Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI

Sep 5, 2016

92, of Circuit Dr., Narragansett passed away peacefully on Monday, September 5, 2016 at South County Hospital, Wakefield surrounded by her loving family.

She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph J. “ Chick “ Scichilone, they were married for 59 years.

She was born in Providence a daughter of the late Joseph and...

Sep 4, 2016

DR. BARKEV KIBARIAN of Potomac, MD died peacefully on September 4, 2016. In his renowned and lengthy career as an educator and university administrator, he served as a tenured professor at Georgetown University School of Business. He was the first Armenian American to hold the position of College President.  He also served as president of The College of Emporia...

Sep 4, 2016

of Narragansett, RI departed this earth on a beautiful September day. 9/4/2016.

Bob was born on November 29, 1944 in Westerly RI to the late L. Norman and Alice (Ledwidge) Briggs. He was predeceased by his brother Norman Briggs.

He was a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, class of 66 and a member...

Sep 4, 2016

92, of West Warwick, passed away on Sunday, September 04, 2016 at West Shore Health Center, Warwick. She was the beloved wife of Anthony V. DelPrete for 69 years. Born in Luzerne, PA, she was the daughter of the late Cyril and Agnes (Walko) Zvonchek. She was employed by North Safety Products in Cranston for many years...

Sep 3, 2016

84, of West Warwick, passed away on September 3, 2016. He was the beloved husband of Norma (Hutchinson) Porcaro for 64 years.  Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Michael and Rose Alma (Belanger) Porcaro.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children, Christine Petrarca and her husband John of West Greenwich,...

Sep 3, 2016

29, of Leo Avenue, Providence, RI, passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center in Providence.  Born in Providence, he was the beloved son of Steven J. and Carol A. (Sepe) Krajewski of Providence; and is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Christopher graduated from the Community College of Rhode...

Sep 2, 2016

Azar, Tanous M., “Tony”

of Roslindale, MA., Providence, RI and Kfarsghab, Lebanon

Tanous “Tony” Azar passed away on September 2, 2016 in Needham, MA with his daughter Nancy by his side. He was married to Jean (Solomon) Azar for 40 years until her passing. He was born in Kfarsghab, Lebanon on...

Sep 2, 2016

46, of Providence, passed away on Friday, September 2, 2016.  Born in Providence she was the daughter of Marie Pugliese of Providence and the late Richard Lamy.

Rosemarie was an active member of the Little People of America and also the Community Church of Providence.  She was a very devoted mother to her children and loving aunt...

Sep 1, 2016

74, of Warwick, passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at the Miriam Hospital in Providence.  Born in Providence he was the son of the late Alberico and Gilda (Massarone) Viccione.

Robert worked as an electronic engineer for the Unisys Company for many years before retirement.  He was an avid New York Yankees, Boston Bruins and Miami...

Aug 31, 2016

87, of Cranston, passed away on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence.  Anthony was the beloved husband of the late Olga V. (Giarrusso) Ruscetta.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Antonio and Maria (D’Ovidio) Ruscetta.  Anthony worked for the City of Cranston as Treasurer for many years before his...

Aug 31, 2016

86, of Warwick, passed away on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at Morgan Health Center in Johnston.  He was the beloved husband of Marilyn F. (Smith) Ruggieri.  They celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary on August 25, 2016.  Born in Providence, Guido was a son of the late Bambino and Lucy (Ruggieri) Ruggieri.  Mr. Ruggieri was an Army Veteran serving during...

Aug 30, 2016

92, of Cranston, a lifelong Knightsville resident, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at Cedar Crest Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Cranston. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles Jasper. Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Aniceto and Assunta (Ranucci) Garafano.

Edith is survived by her loving daughter Jacqueline Pantelakis and...

Aug 30, 2016

89, of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday August 30, 2016 at RI Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Jeanette (DiScuillo) Paone. They would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on Sept. 3.  Born in Cranston, he was a son of the late Earasmo and Francine (Nardella) Paone. Angelo was a production manager for Carlton Manufacturing for many years,...

Aug 29, 2016

82, of West Warwick, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 29, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. He was the beloved husband of fifty-six years to Lucy (DelBonis) Altieri. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Salvatore and Cecelia “Elsie” (Rossi) Altieri. He was a US Army veteran serving during the...

Aug 28, 2016

82, of Cranston passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2016 at RI Hospital in Providence.  She was the beloved wife of the late Gilbert G. Bedetta, Sr.  Born in Cranston, Angela was the daughter of the late Flory and Angelina (Casacalenda) Soscia.  Mrs. Bedetta was a secretary for the Cranston School Systems for 34 years, before retiring.

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Aug 28, 2016

84, of Cranston passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2016 at RI Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Edward B. Lawrence. Born in Seekonk, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Amaral) Miranda. Dorothy spent most of her days gardening with her dog Daisy. She was a lover of...

Aug 26, 2016

Please join the Rinaldi Family in a celebration of life for

Barney F. Rinaldi

Memorial grave-site gathering on Saturday, October 1st at 11am

Gates of Heaven Catholic Cemetery

Section 5 – Block B3...

Aug 26, 2016

92, of Lincoln, passed away on Friday, August 26, 2016 at Fatima Hospital in North Providence.  He was the beloved husband for 69 years of Agnes (Topalian) Toumasian.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Hagop and Esquhie (Papazian) Toumasian and dear brother of the late Bagdasar and Rose Malkasian.

Harry was the co-...

Aug 25, 2016

78, of North Kingstown, went to be home with the Lord after a battle with cancer.  Born in Elazig, Turkey, he was the son of the late Bedros and Gulistan (Der Arsenian) Nacarcglu.

Leon is pre-deceased by his brothers Antranik and Hugus Nacarcglu and aunts Altoon Chamalian and Yesha Mahdesian.  He was the loving father to Jessica...

Aug 25, 2016

90, formerly of Marbury Ave., Pawtucket, passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2016 peacefully after a long illness.  He was the beloved husband of the late Olga (Azarian) Mahdesyan. Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late Manoog and Zarouhy (Surmeian) Mahtesian.

Martin was chief engineer at Fram Corporation in East Providence before retiring in...