OBITUARIES


Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI


Richard J. Butmarc

Richard J. Butmarc

Sep 22, 2024

85, of Coventry, passed away surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Kent Hospital, Warwick. He was the beloved husband to the late Johanna (Wolf) Butmarc. He was born on the family farm in Cranston, he was the son of the late Joseph and Gelsomina (Barone) Abbatamarco. Richard was self-employed in the jewelry and display manufacturing...

Senator James "Jim" S. D'Ambra

Senator James "Jim" S. D'Ambra

Sep 21, 2024

aged 77, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024 surrounded by his family.

Jim was born November 14, 1946 in Providence to the late Philip and Mary D’Ambra. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Hon. Laureen D’Ambra, children Christine Monahan and James S. D’Ambra, Jr., his cherished grandchildren Kameron, Elle, and Preston, and his many family members...

Anna C. Tortolani

Anna C. Tortolani

Sep 20, 2024

93, of Cranston, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024 at Fatima Hospital, North Providence. Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Americo and Bertha (Fagiano) Tortolani Sr. Anna was an office worker for many years before retiring. She is survived by her loving nephew Robert Tortolani and his wife Lynn of Hope, and her loving niece...

Pha Chantharangsy

Pha Chantharangsy

Sep 19, 2024

89, of Cranston passed away peacefully on September 19, 2024 at his home. He was the husband of the late Khamdy (Phengthirath) Chantharangsy.

 Born in Laos, he was a son of the late Chantha and Chanthy (Thoummavong) Mounphosay.

 While living in Laos, Mr. Chantharangsy served in the police academy for two years and was an elementary school teacher from 1967-1980. 

 In 1981 he...

Richard J. Russillo

Richard J. Russillo

Sep 18, 2024

82, of Delray Beach, FL, formerly of Cranston, RI passed away peacefully on September 18, 2024. 

Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Joseph and Anna (DiTraglia) Russillo.

In his earlier years, Richard worked with his family in the jewelry industry. He later pursued his passion for bartending and eventually owned his own establishment, Knightsville Pub in Cranston, for...

Louis A. Saccoccio

Louis A. Saccoccio

Sep 17, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Louis A. Saccoccio, 92, of Johnston, formerly of Las Vegas, NV, who passed away peacefully on September 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Eileen Barbara (Jez) Saccoccio. Born in Cranston, he was the son of the late A. Robert and...

Matteo Armand DiNapoli

Matteo Armand DiNapoli

Sep 17, 2024

a precious soul whose time on this earth was all too brief, graced the world with his presence on September 17, 2024. Born under the gentle warmth of his loving parents, Marissa and David DiNapoli, Matteo was a beautiful embodiment of hope and innocence, cherished deeply by those fortunate enough to experience the light he brought into their lives.

Though his...

Mary G. Criscione

Mary G. Criscione

Sep 17, 2024

94, Providence, passed away at her home on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Georgio and Giovannina “Jennie” (Gurrieri) Criscione. Mary graduated from Classical High School and continued her education by obtaining a Bachelors Degree from Brown University in 1951, followed by her Masters Degree at Middlebury College, VT. She was a...

Michael M. Carlino

Michael M. Carlino

Sep 17, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael (Mauro) Carlino, 90, of Cranston, Rhode Island, who passed away peacefully at home, after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Castelnuovo Parano, Frosinone, Italy, on September 29, 1933, he was the beloved son of the late Angelo Antonio and Elena (Ciacciarelli) Carlino.

Michael was the...

Victoria M. Rashid

Victoria M. Rashid

Sep 16, 2024

Victoria M (Hamlin) Rashid entered into eternal peace on September 16th 2024  after a long battle with illness. She was the loving daughter of the late David F and Elizabeth E (Crook) Hamlin. She was a devoted Catholic, a God Mother and aunt of David E Hamlin .She was also the aunt of Shane and Richard Hamlin as well as...

Maria L. Vallone

Maria L. Vallone

Sep 16, 2024

79, of Cranston passed away Monday September 16, 2024 at home.

Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph M. and Sara (Santoro) Vallone.

Maria was a Graduate of University of Rhode Island and received her Masters in Italian from Middlebury College. She taught Italian for the Newton School Department from 1972-2003 and initiated the first Italian Program at...

Luz Evelyn Peguero

Luz Evelyn Peguero

Sep 16, 2024

Luz E. (Santa) Peguero, 59, of Porter St., Providence, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024 at Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI surrounded by her loving family. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, she was the cherished daughter of Juan and Luz M. (DeJesus) Santa of Providence.

 Luz obtained her Associate’s Degree in Business Administration from CCRI and worked as a...

Donald A. "Rooster" Rachiele

Donald A. "Rooster" Rachiele

Sep 16, 2024

a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2024, at the age of 89, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 29, 1934, in Providence, Rhode Island, Donald's life was marked by dedication, warmth, and a commitment to bringing joy to those around him.

For an impressive 48 years, Donald served as a waiter at...

John A. Barile

John A. Barile

Sep 15, 2024

John Anthony Barile, 84 of Johnston passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024, in his home. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Antonio Barile and Maria (Scungio) Barile. He was the husband of the late Margaret (Travers) Barile.John was employed for 40 years for the Providence Journal, starting part time delivering papers, then going on to assembly...

Charles D. Bailey

Charles D. Bailey

Sep 14, 2024

95, of Coventry, formerly of Cranston and Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 14, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary Carmela (DiTraglia) Bailey. Born in Columbus, Ohio he was the son of the late Oren and Inez (Shrigley) Bailey.

Charles was a US Navy Veteran serving during the Korean War. After his military service he...

Giovannina (DeLuca) Capobianco

Giovannina (DeLuca) Capobianco

Sep 14, 2024

91, of Providence, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, September 14, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Vito Capobianco. Born in Panni, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Michele and Graziella (DelVicaro) DeLuca and was the step-daughter of Colomba (Gesualdi) DeLuca. In 1961, Giovannina immigrated from Italy then...

Jo-Anne (Martinez) Basile

Jo-Anne (Martinez) Basile

Sep 13, 2024

beloved by her family and friends, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2024, at the age of 82. Jo-Anne was born on November 29, 1941, in Roxboro, North Carolina, and grew up in Cranston. Jo-Anne's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to her family and friends. 

Jo-Anne spent her professional life as a medical office administrator as a long time...

Monica R. (Schiffman) Gentile

Monica R. (Schiffman) Gentile

Sep 12, 2024

90, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Elizabeth and Victor Schiffman. She was the beloved wife of the late Salvatore R. Gentile and is survived by her three children, Karen Cardillo, Keith Gentile, and Kenneth Gentile; her grandchildren Tiffany Cardillo, Dennis Cardillo, Jr., Gian Gentile, Jourdan Rancano, Brenden Gentile, and eight great-grandchildren....

Amalia Santa (D'Alfonso) Iannucci

Amalia Santa (D'Alfonso) Iannucci

Sep 12, 2024

89, of East Greenwich, formerly of West Warwick, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at the Seasons Assisted Living in East Greenwich. She was the beloved wife of the late William M. Iannucci for 57 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Vittorio and Maria (Montecalvo) D’Alfonso. Amalia is predeceased by her loving granddaughter...

Michael J. Mitchell

Michael J. Mitchell

Sep 11, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Mitchell, a cherished son, brother, partner, uncle, and friend. A graduate of Cranston West High School and a resident of Dayville, Connecticut, Michael was known for his compassion, generosity, and unwavering dedication to helping others.

Michael was the beloved son of George and Anne Marie Mitchell. He is survived...

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