Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI

Nov 28, 2016

who lived for many years in Riverside, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2016 peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center in Providence. He was the beloved husband of the late Agnes (Lolio) Curvelo. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Charles E. and Anna (Mello) Curvelo.

Charles was...

Nov 27, 2016

69, of Naples, FL, formerly of Johnston, RI passed away on November 27, 2016.  Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Francis and Margaret (Hanratta) Dromgoole.

Jimmy served in the U.S. Navy in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and served aboard the supercarrier USS Forrestal.  He was a long time employee of Sears Roebuck in R.I....

Nov 27, 2016

of Cranston passed away on Sunday November 27, 2016 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center in Providence.

She was the beloved wife of Albert Booker. Born in Cranston she was the daughter of the late Ceasar and Mary (Rose) Santos. Emily was a sales clerk for FW Woolworths for many years until her retirement.

Nov 27, 2016

of Cranston passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2016.  He was the beloved husband of the late Rose (Corso) Piscopiello.  Born in Providence, Tommy was a son of the late Michael and Marie (Cocciardi) Piscopiello.  Mr. Piscopiello was a milkman for Hood for 46 years, before retiring.

He is survived by his two sons, Domenic R. “Donny”...

Nov 26, 2016

90, of Narragansett, died Saturday, November 26, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.  She was the daughter of the late Adeline (Martellucci) Ronzio-Gouin and the late Albert Ronzio.  She was the wife of the late John B. Palumbo.

She was the devoted mother of Donna Ciafrei and her husband, the late Giulio Ciafrei of West Warwick, Patricia...

Nov 26, 2016

of Johnston, passed away on Saturday, November 26, 2016 at Miriam Hospital in Providence surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Leonard Pezza.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Flora (Menard) Fair.

Constance was a bookkeeper for her husband at C. Pezza & Son for 40 years...

Nov 26, 2016

of Seaside Dr., Jamestown, RI, slipped beneath the waves for the final time.

He was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Rita (Denardo) Salafia. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late James and Rose (Viola) Salafia of  Providence and brother of the late Joseph E. Salafia Sr. of Middletown, RI.  Survived by 3...

Nov 23, 2016

of South Kingstown, passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at Brookdale South Bay in South Kingstown.  She was the beloved wife of the late Ferdinand P. Corradini.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Biagio and Rose (Cappelli) Rivera.

Mrs. Corradini was the devoted mother of Linda J. Thayer and her husband Brooks...

Nov 23, 2016

75, of North Scituate, passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2016.  She was the beloved wife of Robert A. Tritendi.  Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Jean (Ricci) Zoglio.

Carolyn worked as an Eligibility Technician for the State of R.I. Department of Human Services for many years until her retirement.  She...

Nov 23, 2016

of Newbury Dr., Westerly, passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband for 48 years of Eileen (Antolini) Renzi.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Alberto and Carmela (LaFazia) Renzi.

A graduate of Rhode Island College and a U.S. Air Force veteran,...

Nov 23, 2016

85, of Johnston, passed away on Wednesday November 23, 2016 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Alfred J. Barone, Sr. for 56 years. Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Christina (Fuoco) Iannuccilli. Gloria worked for the Johnston School Department for...

Nov 21, 2016

79, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 21, 2016 at home. He was the beloved husband of twenty-six years to Tonna D. (Laughlin) McGuinn. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Robert E. and Adelina (Spaziano) McGuinn.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving...

Nov 19, 2016

Both of Warwick, passed away together at home on November 19, 2016. They were the children of the late Vincent and Mary (Negro) Ignagni. They were also predeceased by their brother Frank “Yaya” Ignagni and Michael Ignani.

Joseph worked at Smiths Restaurant for 25 years, he also worked at Victoria Court and retired from Shaw’s Market. Margaret...

Nov 18, 2016

93, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, November 18, 2016. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert L. Burgess, Sr.Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Filomena (Indeglia) Pizzi. Gilda’s passion was cooking and caring for her family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew...

Nov 18, 2016

74, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 18, 2016 at Miriam Hospital, Providence. She was the beloved wife fifty–two years to Angelo Pino. Born in Calabria, Italy, she was a daughter of the late Giuseppe and Lucia (Raso) Cefala. Maria enjoyed sewing, cooking and taking care of her family and friends.

Besides her...

Nov 18, 2016

79, of Cranston passed away on Friday, November 18, 2016.  She was the beloved wife of Donald L. Roberts, Sr. of Cranston.  Born in Providence, Carol was the daughter of the late Lester E. Williams, Sr. and Dorothy (Hook) Williams.  Mrs. Roberts worked at the Cranston Arc for many, before retiring.

Besides her husband, she is survived...

Nov 16, 2016

96, of Cranston, passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 in Cranston. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank Matrullo. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Pasqualina (Ruizzo) Razzino. Flora was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary Tabor Franchi Post, the Cranston Senior Center and a member of...

Nov 15, 2016

92, of Narragansett, formerly of Warren, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at Scallop Shell Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Wakefield. She was the beloved wife of the late Edward P. Silva. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late William and Albina (Marquette) Larivee. Bella was an...

Nov 14, 2016

93, of Johnston, passed away on Monday, November 14, 2016, at Miriam Hospital, Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Daniel Branca.  Born in Cranston, she was a daughter of the late Federico and Rosa (Iannelli) Macera. Mrs. Branca was a floor supervisor for American Foam Company for 20 years until her retirement.

Angela is...

Nov 13, 2016

of Providence, passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2016 at RI Hospital in Providence.  Born in Providence, he was the devoted son of the late Vahram and Beatrice (Shishmanian) Aznavourian.

Billy graduated from Brown University in 1953 with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. While working at General Electric, Billy obtained a master’s degree in chemistry...