Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Diana Gail Almonte
Aug 7, 2025
age 84, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family and husband of 61 years, Peter A. Almonte. She was predeceased by her parents Pasquale and Lillian DiMuccio. She is also survived by her loving sons and daughters in laws: Peter Almonte Jr. and Melinda Almonte, of Narragansett, Mark Almonte and Donna Almonte, of Fullerton, California, and Christopher...
William "Bill" D. Gelsomino
Aug 7, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of William “Bill” Gelsomino on August 7, 2025 at the age of 71. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, he lived a life defined by humility, steadfast reliability, a deep sense of integrity and righteousness and whose greatest pride was his family.
Bill lived life with passion...
Richard DiPietro
Aug 7, 2025
77, of Cranston, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at RI Hospital, Providence. He was a devoted husband and father, leaving behind his beloved wife, Deborah (Resendes) DiPietro, and their cherished son, Devin DiPietro. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Julia (Perrotta) DiNofa and stepson of James DiNofa.
Richard dedicated over 33 years of his life...
Yolanda V. "Lonnie" Bedetta
Aug 7, 2025
100, of Cranston, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025 at Riverview Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Coventry surrounded by her loving family. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Marietta (Ricci) Bedetta. Lonnie was the sister of the late Gladys Gasbarino, Gilbert Bedetta, Eugene Bedetta, Esther Paolo, Barbara McKenna and George Bedetta. She was the...
Carmine "Cal" Corvese, Jr.
Aug 6, 2025
90, of Johnston, passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving family on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Teolinda “Tillie” (DiFazio) Corvese. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Carmine and Elizabeth (Lato) Corvese.
Cal was self-employed for 55 years as the owner/operator of Corvese’s Fruit Store in Providence. He...
Norma A. (Iannuccilli) Rodi
Aug 6, 2025
92, of Cranston, returned home to the Father on Wednesday, August 6th, 2025. .
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Edna (Ondis) Iannuccilli. Norma was the beloved wife of the late Edward L Rodi with whom she was married 56 years.
She was predeceased four months ago, by her dear brother, Louis Iannuccilli, and is survived...
Joanne M. Lopardo
Aug 5, 2025
Born on August 5th, 1958 in Providence, after fighting ovarian cancer for the past 3 years Joanne passed away on her 67th birthday, surrounded by many loving family members and friends. Joanne was the devoted daughter of the late Americo (Ham) and Anna (McNamara) Lopardo. She graduated from St. Xaviers High School and the Community College of RI, following which...
Raymond Joseph Polseno, Sr.
Aug 4, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our father, Raymond Joseph Polseno, Sr. On August 4, 2025, the angels called him home to reunite with our mother, brother and his siblings.
He was an extraordinary father, husband, grandfather, brother and friend. He was tough as nails, with a heart of gold. He was a man who...
Mary N. (Ciacciarelli) Pezzullo
Aug 4, 2025
92, of Johnston, entered eternal life surrounded by the peace and love of her family on Monday, August 4, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Edmund B. Pezzullo Sr. Born in Johnston, she was the daughter of the late Mariano and Anna (Macera) Ciacciarelli. Mary was both a school and bus aid for the Johnston School Department...
William E. Paplauskas Jr.
Aug 3, 2025
77, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Rosemary (Cabana) Paplauskas for 53 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late William and Dorothy (Nickerson) Paplauskas.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his daughter Jennifer Fredette and her husband Douglas; cherished granddaughter Katherine Fredette; siblings David Paplauskas and his...
Lida Khandanyan, MD
Aug 3, 2025
a beloved member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 1, 1935, in Yerevan, Armenia, she embodied warmth, resilience, and dedication throughout her life.
Dr. Khandanyan served as a medical surgeon in the Armenian Army for many years, a testament to her commitment to helping others and her...
Michael Anthony Perry
Aug 2, 2025
Michael A. Perry, 61, of Warwick Ave., Cranston, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025 at RI Hospital. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary C. (Ferrara) Perry. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Dorothy L. Perry.
Michael was a mechanic in the auto industry for many years.
He was the devoted father of Michael A. Perry,...
Margaret (Tagliatela) Moretti
Aug 1, 2025
known for her loving and kind nature, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, at the age of 99. Born on November 8, 1925, Margaret devoted her life to her family and her career, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.
Throughout her professional journey, Margaret worked diligently at Coro Manufacturing and later at Miriam Hospital before retiring. Her...
Robert L. Guarniero
Jul 30, 2025
Robert L. Guarniero, 59, of Warwick son of the late Ralph and Norma (Spizzirri) passed away on July 29, 2025. He was also predeceased by his brother-in-law John (Jack) Gionis.
Robert is survived by his ever-present (ex) wife Lori Guarniero(Richard) and his beloved children Robert Guarniero, Jr and his wife Samantha and Julia Guarniero. He also leaves siblings: Verna Gionis, Denise...
Diane Marie (Rotelli) Lefebvre
Jul 30, 2025
84, Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at Kent Regency in Warwick, RI. She was the wife of the late Richard LeFebvre and mother of the late Simone Phelps and the late Gregory LeFebvre. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Thomas D. Rotelli and Josephine M. (Spetrini) Rotelli.
She was the sister of the late...
Kenneth A. Lapre
Jul 29, 2025
Kenneth A. Lapre, 78, of Virginia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. His passing marks the loss of a man whose presence brought great joy to those around him.
Ken faced a rare cancer with remarkable strength and courage, never losing his sense of humor throughout his journey. In 2014, he moved to Virginia...
Eleanora "Nora" (DiBenedetto) Ionata Williams
Jul 28, 2025
105, of Warwick, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025 at the Avalon Nursing Home in Warwick. Born in Springfield, Vermont, she was the daughter of the late Paolo and Agatha (Maio) DiBenedetto. Eleanora was the former wife of the late Dario Ionata and Alvin Williams.
She is survived by her loving children, Diana Tenrreiro, Paul Ionata, Anthony Ionata, Dario Ionata...
John A. Iafrati
Jul 28, 2025
John A. Iafrati, 94, formerly of Cranston passed away on Monday July 28, 2025, in Attleboro, MA with his family by his side. Born in Cranston he was the son of the late Orizio and Anna (Cambio) Iafrati. He was the beloved husband of the late Anna (Moriconi) Iafrati.
John proudly served his country in the US Army, during the Korean...
Geraldine M. Anderson
Jul 27, 2025
91, of Cranston, formerly of Fairfield, CT, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at RI Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Arthur Anderson. Born in Stratford, CT she was the daughter of Margaret Wargo Perrott.
Geraldine worked as Vice President of Marketing Research for Yankelovich, Skelly & White in CT for many years before retiring. She resided...
Teresa De Jesus Reyes
Jul 26, 2025
Teresa De Jesus Reyes, of Pawtucket, born on August 27, 1966, in the beautiful Dominican Republic, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025, in Providence, surrounded by her beloved family. A devoted daughter, wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, Teresa lived a life characterized by her unwavering faith, boundless love, and indomitable spirit. Teresa was diagnosed in 2023 with cancer;...
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