OBITUARIES


Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI


Emilio Feole Sr

Emilio Feole Sr

Aug 28, 2024

90, of Providence, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Angelina (Giannotta) Feole for 19 years. Born in Roccamonfina, Italy, he was the son of the late Antonio and Battastina (DiDino) Feole. 

He was the loving father of Emilio Feole Jr. and his wife Dawn of Johnston,...

Anna (Castrignano) McGrath

Anna (Castrignano) McGrath

Aug 27, 2024

87, of Johnston. passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas R. McGrath. Born in Providence. she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Emma (Manzo) Castrignano.

Anna was truly the matriarch of her family, the glue that held them all together. Her kindness and willingness to always be...

Joseph V. Zito

Joseph V. Zito

Aug 26, 2024

92, of East Greenwich passed away peacefully on 8/26/2024. 

Born in Cranston, he was the son of the late Angelo and Angela Antonia (DeLuca) Zito and the stepson of the late Carmela Zito. He is predeceased by his brothers John, Ralph, Felix, Frank, Edward, Thomas and sister, Maria.

Joe graduated from Cranston High School in 1949. Soon after he proudly served in...

William "Bill" D. Formicola

William "Bill" D. Formicola

Aug 25, 2024

a spirited and deeply loved man from Sarasota, FL, formerly of East Greenwich, RI, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his devoted family, on August 25, 2024, at the age of 75. Born to the late Joseph G. Formicola Sr. and Eva (Vespia) Formicola, Bill lived a full life rich with love, laughter, and a steadfast commitment to...

Marie A. (Eremita) Ferranti

Marie A. (Eremita) Ferranti

Aug 25, 2024

90, passed away on Sunday, August 25, at Miriam Hospital in Providence. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Etta (Velino) Eremita. Marie lived in Cranston for many years. She was the wife of the late Nicholas Ferranti, Jr. for 64 years, beloved mother of Michael (Kathleen) Ferranti of East Greenwich with whom she resided...

Jamey J. Scheer, Jr.

Jamey J. Scheer, Jr.

Aug 25, 2024

32, of Cranston passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Born in Providence, he was a son of Shawn M. (Narcovich) Scheer and the late Jamey J. Scheer, Sr. 

Jamey had a contagious laugh and a beautiful smile. He loved spending time with his family and friends, was a huge football fan and enjoyed playing fortnite. Most recently he worked...

Gail J. Russillo

Gail J. Russillo

Aug 24, 2024

 72, of North Providence, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family by her side on Saturday, August 24, 2024.

Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Libero “Lee” and Ann (Viola) Tantimonico.

Gail attended Rhode Island College and was a teacher’s assistant with the Providence School System for more than 20 years, and later worked at Citizens...

Dolores G. DiOrio

Dolores G. DiOrio

Aug 24, 2024

Dolores G. DiOrio, aged 89, passed away peacefully at her home in Cranston, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday August 24, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph DiOrio for over 50 years. 

 Born in Providence was the daughter of the late Anthony and Josphine (Procaccanti) Petrucci. .

 

Dolores a devout catholic, had a fulfilling career, working at...

Deborah "Debbie" A. Schiavitti

Deborah "Debbie" A. Schiavitti

Aug 23, 2024

68, of Johnston, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024, after a long illness. Born in Providence, she was the beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Angela (De Angelis) Schiavitti. Debbie is survived by her loving siblings, Theresa Buonanno (the late Anthony) of North Kingstown, Diane Mangicapra (the late Raymond) of Johnston, Thomas Schiavitti (Linda) of Johnston, and...

Kevin Flynn

Kevin Flynn

Aug 22, 2024

Kevin M. Flynn, 65, of North Providence, passed away on August 22, 2024. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late James M. and Ann P. (Hogg) Flynn.



Kevin was the devoted father of Kevin M. Flynn Jr., Jonathan J. Flynn, and Kayla R. Tinker, and a loving father-in-law to Emma Flynn and Tyler Tinker. He was a proud...

Anna H. (Petrangelo) Ferreira

Anna H. (Petrangelo) Ferreira

Aug 21, 2024

98, of Rehoboth, MA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Raymond A. Ferreira. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Antonio and Adelina (Angiolili) Petrangelo. 

Anna worked as an assembler for General Electric for many years before retiring. She loved baseball and was an avid fan of the...

Thomas E. "Ted" Douglas

Thomas E. "Ted" Douglas

Aug 20, 2024

83, of Jensen Beach, FL, formerly of Mahopac, NY passed away on August 20, 2024 at his summer residence in Narragansett, RI surrounded by his loving family. For 62 years he was the beloved husband of Judith (D’Alessandro) Douglas. 

Born in Yonkers, NY he was a son of the late John B. and Margaret (Metz) Douglas.

Ted attended Iona University and worked...

Lucretia (Vinacco) Bailey

Lucretia (Vinacco) Bailey

Aug 20, 2024

81, of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at RI Hospital, Providence. She was the beloved wife of Robert Bailey for 55 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Lucrezia (DiMauro) Vinacco. Mrs. Bailey worked for many years as a supervisor for Swarovski Jewelry during which she was proud of. Following her...

John E. Mazza

John E. Mazza

Aug 19, 2024

69, of Johnston passed away Monday August 19, 2024 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence. He was the loving partner of Doreen Zanni for many years. Born in Providence he was the beloved son of Mary (Mulick) Mazza of Cranston. John was a purchasing agent for Todd Enterprisers for many years before retiring and was a graduate...

Beatrice Kendrjian

Beatrice Kendrjian

Aug 18, 2024

Beatrice (Hamamjian) Kendrjian, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 18, 2024. She was born in Cairo, Egypt on May 31, 1935 to parents Vram and Zartar (Boyajian) Hamamjian. From Cairo, her family moved to Armenia in 1946 and came to the United States in 1976 settling in Cranston, RI where she lived for almost 50 years.

Beatrice was a...

Stephen A. Nardella

Stephen A. Nardella

2024

Stephen A. Nardella, 75, of Cranston passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Sunday August 18, 2024. Born in Providence he was the son of the late August and Elizabeth (Querin) Nardella. He was the devoted husband of Brenda (Richardson) Nardella for 42 years. 

 

Stephen was a proud veteran serving his country in the US Army...

Elizabeth "Lisa" D. Green

Elizabeth "Lisa" D. Green

Aug 17, 2024

43, of Warwick passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2024. Elizabeth was a beloved mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother. Throughout her lifetime she was an avid PTA mom, craft extraordinaire, and a pop music lover. She enjoyed spending summers camping with her family as well as time at the beach. However, holidays were her favorite time of the year and...

Frances I. Santos

Frances I. Santos

Aug 17, 2024

97, of Harris Ave., Cranston, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Orchard View Manor in East Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Manuel N. Santos. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Lorenzo and Francesca (DelBusso) Natale.

Frances was a bookkeeper for the former Alman Products Jewelry in Johnston for many years before...

Claire H. (Chevalier) Pietryski

Claire H. (Chevalier) Pietryski

Aug 17, 2024

86, of Smithfield, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024, in St. Elizabeth Nursing Home in East Greenwich. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Elphege and Florida (Desorcy) Chevalier. 

Claire was the devoted mother of Susan White of MA, Daniel Pietryski and his wife Lisa of North Scituate, Donna Pagliaro of West Warwick and the late Richard...

Mary-Jo Vacca

Mary-Jo Vacca

Aug 17, 2024

73, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 17, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late George R. Vacca. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Henry E. Barth Sr. and Catherine “Kay” (Tatalo) Barth.

Mary-Jo was a graduate of U.R.I. and worked as an English Teacher for the Warwick School Department for over 30...

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