Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
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
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
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
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...
Giustina C. Fabrizi
Sep 11, 2024
Giustina C. Fabrizi, born June 24, 1949, in the picturesque town of Ponte Corvo, Frosinone, Italy, passed away peacefully at her home on September 11, 2024. She was a woman of remarkable talent and unyielding strength, whose vibrant spirit captivated all who had the privilege of knowing her.
An accomplished hair stylist and astute businesswoman, Giustina owned and operated two flourishing...
Yonaiby Whatts
Sep 9, 2024
33 of Providence passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024. He was raised by Ramona Herrera and was the son of the late Juan Whatts and Maria (Quezada) Whatts
He is survived by his children, Yonaiby Whatts, Sanaiyah Whatts, Shawn Whatts, Jordan Nelson, Ny’zaiyha Whatts, Zy’Eer Whatts, Am’Eer Whatts, Laila Whatts, grandparents, siblings and many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Yonaiby was...
Lt. Col. Richard A. Pelosi
Sep 9, 2024
78, of Smithfield, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, September 9, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Denise A. (Klepadlo) Pelosi for 56 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Anthony and Rose (Ravita) Pelosi.
Richard had a 39-year career with the 143rd Airlift Wing of the Rhode Island Air...
Anthony Colella, Sr.
Sep 8, 2024
62, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, September 8, 2024, after a 15 month courageous battle. Anthony leaves a lasting mark on all who knew him. He was a loving husband to Maria (Ialongo) Colella for 37 years. Together, they built a growing family, including their daughter Arianna Centonze and her husband John of Cranston,...
Anne M. (Meloccaro) Swenson
Sep 8, 2024
95, of Cranston, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, September 8, 2024. Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Valentino and Rose (Otti) Meloccaro. She was a bookkeeper for many years before retiring. Anne’s life was rich with joys and interests that reflected her spirit. She had a love for traveling,...
Michael A. Burr
Sep 7, 2024
42, of Johnston, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. Born in Providence, he was the devoted and cherished son of Gregory A. and Diana M. (Pagano) Burr of Johnston and loving brother of Lauren M. Burr of Columbia, MD.
Michael received his Associate’s Degree from Community College of Rhode Island and attended the University...
Ronald R. Curtis
Sep 6, 2024
71, of Johnston, RI passed away on September 6, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Marie (DeVincenzo) Curtis of Johnston, and his beloved cat, TreetAnn. He was the brother of Ernest Curtis, and his wife Sharon of Pennsylvania, the brother-in-law of Donna and Manuel Roderiques, of Cranston, and the proud uncle...
Dorothy M. Izzi
Sep 6, 2024
Dorothy M. Izzi, 96 of Johnston passed away peacefully on September 6, 2024, with her family by her side. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of late Fred and Ella (Tartaglia) Delfino. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald Izzi.
She was the first Woman Executive to work at Textron, and the former owner of Izzi Trucking. After her...
Albert Dandeneau
Sep 5, 2024
79 of Johnston passed away peacefully on Thursday September 5, 2024. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Romeo and Hermina (Gagnon) Dandeneau. He was the beloved husband of Arlene (White) Dandeneau.
He was a man that enjoyed the simplicity of time, he loved to spend time with family and friends. He was kind, caring and had a...
Lillian D. Barish
Sep 4, 2024
84, of Johnston, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday September 4, 2024 with her family by her side. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Mary “Melda” (Roukous) DiLullo and the late James DiLullo. She was the devoted wife of Raymond Barish, Sr. for 60 years.
Lillian was a graduate of Mount Pleasant High School. She then...
Frances M. (Ouimette) Parsons
Sep 3, 2024
76, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family by her side after a brief illness, on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Raymond Parsons. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Alvin and Helen (Morrissey) Ouimette.
Frances served as a registered nurse for many years, demonstrating compassion and commitment...
Louis F. Iannone
Sep 2, 2024
80, of Johnston, passed away on Monday, September 2, 2024 at RI Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Kathleen A. (Tyburski) Iannone for 55 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Antonio and Sarah (Avoless) Iannone.
Louis was a US Navy Veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He then went on to work as a mail...
John R. Greenhalgh, Jr.
Sep 2, 2024
John R. Greenhalgh, Jr. (Ret. CFD) 93 of Cranston, passed away on Monday September 2, 2024, with his family by his side. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Elizabeth (Thurber) and John R. Greenhalgh, Sr. He was the beloved husband of the late Barbara E. (Saccoccio) Greenhalgh, and the devoted father of the late Susan Greenhalgh.
After...
Katherine Muscatelli
Sep 1, 2024
Katherine Muscatelli, 79 of Cranston passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024.Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Charles and Agnes (Hatton) Muscatelli.
She was a graduate of St. Patrick’s High School; she was a member of the RI Honor Society upon her graduation. She then attended Victor Business School, receiving an associate’s degree. She was a Senior...
Giovannina Sperlongano
Aug 31, 2024
99, of Coventry, passed away on August 31, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Vincenzo Sperlongano. Born in Mondragone, Italy she was the daughter of the late Luigi and Giuseppina ( Mangoni) Capuano.She is survived by her loving children, Carmela Larghi, Peter Sperlongano, Pasquale Sperlongano and Salvatore Sperlongano; her dear sister , Adelina Sperlongano and was also...
Arthur A. Zompa, Sr.
Aug 30, 2024
81, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 30, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Sandra (Cardi) Zompa. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Arthur and Mary (Igliozzi) Zompa.
Arthur was an instructor and medic at the Rhode Island Military Academy, he also served in 101st Air Squadron in the Finance Dept at...
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