Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Joan R. (Reinikka) Evans
Nov 11, 2025
age 89, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, at Brentwood Nursing Home in Warwick, RI. Born in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of the late Arvo and Rose (Paradis-Bibeau) Reinikka and the wife of the late Robert F. Evans.
She is survived by her daughter, JoAnn M. Evans and her husband Tim Doherty, her son Daniel F. Evans, her...
Alice (Zorabedian) DeAngelis
Nov 11, 2025
97, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at St. Elizabeth’s Nursing Home in East Greenwich. Born in Providence, Alice was the daughter of Tarves “Rose” (Bozoian) and Thomas Zorabedian, Armenian immigrants who fled the Hamidian Massacres, landing safely in Providence. She was the wife of the late Salvatore “Bob” DeAngelis.
The youngest of seven children, Alice was predeceased by Myra...
Anna Marie (DelSignore) Pernorio
Nov 11, 2025
90, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Tuesday November 11, 2025 at home with her husband and daughter Maryann by her side.
She was the beloved wife of Victor D. Pernorio for 67 years.
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Pietro and Anna Marie (Iacavito) DelSignore.
Anna was an Escheat Specialist for Old Stone Bank for many years.
Besides her...
Vincent E. Walsh
Nov 11, 2025
a respected and dedicated member of his community, passed away peacefully at his home on November 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Vincent was born on April 16, 1944, in Providence, Rhode Island, the son of the late Vincent and Lillian (Stannard) Walsh.
Vincent is survived by his beloved wife, Carol (Coccoli) Walsh, with whom he shared 62 wonderful years...
Barbara A. (Imondi) Medeiros
Nov 11, 2025
82, of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Phyllis (Cacchiotti) Imondi and Anthony Imondi. Barbara was the mother of Maria Medeiros (Cranston) and Barbara-Jean Mancini (Richie), North Kingstown. She was the proud grandmother of Keith and Kole Mancini.
Barbara was a 1963 graduate of Newport Hospital School of Nursing and a 1996...
Ann Marie (Ricci) Lukowicz
Nov 10, 2025
87, of Cranston, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025, at RI Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Lukowicz, Jr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Domenic and Sarah (Delfino) Ricci. She was the dear sister of Carolyn Piccione, Robert Ricci and the late Domenic Ricci. She is also survived by...
Anthony J. Borzaro
Nov 8, 2025
Anthony Borzaro, 88, passed away peacefully on November 8, surrounded by his loving family.
A devoted husband to the late Jean (D’Amico) Borzaro, Anthony was the beloved father to Joseph (Debra), Debra Simone (Michael), Diane Lorraine (Daniel), and Anthony (and his late wife Christine). He was the proud grandfather of Sabrina, Daniel, Christina, Raymond, Anthony, Amanda and great-grandfather of eleven.
A graduate...
Stephen J. Capracotta, Ret. PFD
Nov 7, 2025
62, of North Smithfield, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Lisa A. (DeAngelis) Capracotta. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Stephen A. Capracotta and Maureen B. (Leyden) Capracotta.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children, Stephen M. Capracotta and his wife Laura Damon, Alyssa L. Capracotta,...
Karen M. Lopes
Nov 7, 2025
64, of Cranston, passed away peacefully Friday, November 7th, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born In Providence, she was the daughter of Claire Barattini and the late Augustine Barattini.
She is survived by her loving husband Michael Lopes, as well as her son Michael Lopes Jr., daughter in law Allison Lopes, daughter Christa Lopes and her husband Aaron Jefferies...
Willard G. Simoneau
Nov 6, 2025
Born on February 10, 1989, in Providence, Rhode Island, passed away unexpectedly on November 6, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of remarkable achievement, curiosity, kindness, and generosity that will be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Will’s academic accomplishments were extraordinary. He earned his bachelor’s degree summa cum laude in computer engineering from the University of...
Roberto Di Mascio
Nov 6, 2025
Roberto Di Mascio, 54, of Providence, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on November 6, 2025, after a 3-year battle with esophageal cancer.
Roberto was born on July 30, 1971, in Sulmona, Abruzzo, Italy, the youngest of five children, to his parents Americo and Flora (Ricci) Di Mascio. They settled in Providence’s Federal Hill neighborhood. He graduated from...
Anthony "Tony" M. Ricci
Nov 5, 2025
Anthony “Tony” M. Ricci, 59, of Johnston, passed away on Wednesday November 5, 2025, with his family by his side. Born in Providence, he was the beloved son of Betty Izzo Ricci and the late Angelo Ricci, and devoted husband of Helen Savedow-Ricci for 18 years.
Tony was a hard worker having several jobs throughout his life, including Rocky Point, his...
Edward E. Desautel
Nov 5, 2025
66, of West Warwick, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was, first and foremost, a loving and devoted family man – the beloved husband, confidant, and best friend of Judith (Murgo) Desautel for 36 years; father of Brett L. (Desautel) Henninger (Jon); stepfather of Marisa L. Menna, Esq. (Jeff) and Lt. Colonel Michael A....
Ann Hustleby Hohman
Nov 5, 2025
81, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, in Narragansett, RI.
Ann was born on June 20, 1944, in Niagara Falls, NY, the daughter of the late Charles and Katherine (Few) Hustleby. She earned her bachelor’s degree in education from Niagara University and a master’s degree in reading from the University of Rhode Island.
When Ann moved...
Marie A. (LaPolla) Schiavulli
Nov 5, 2025
83, of Cranston, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Cra-Mar Meadows, Cranston. She was the beloved wife of the late Gustave Schiavulli. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late John and Constance (DelSignore) LaPolla. Marie lived a life marked by warmth, kindness, and a joyful spirit.
Marie was...
Eleanor B. "Elli" Panichas
Nov 4, 2025
94, passed away on November 4, 2025. Elli was the daughter of the late Edmund and Jennie (Sarro) Vallante; she was the wife of the late Anthony T. Panichas for 64 years, and the mother of the late Dr. Michael A. Panichas.
Elli’s career began at Rhode Island College, where she reached the rank of Director of Communications. Her extensive background...
Demetra "Diane" Mitrelis
Nov 4, 2025
88, of Cranston, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife for 63 years of the late Andrew “Andy” Mitrelis. Born in Kapareli Manthirea, Tripoli, Greece, she was the daughter of the late Spyros and Constantina (Pappas) Fotopoulos.
She was the dear mother of Stamatoula “Tammy” Mitrelis of Cranston;...
Kimberly E. Pieranunzi
Nov 3, 2025
40, of Woonsocket, tragically passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025. Kimberly was a vibrant soul, known for her genuine kindness and her unwavering commitment to family and friends. Her life was marked by a passion for learning and a deep love for her daughter, Jazmyn Roderick, whom she cherished above all else.
Kimberly spent her days embracing life’s adventures. She...
Ralph L. Connor
Nov 3, 2025
Ralph L. Connor, 75, of Scituate, RI, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Marie (DeLuca) and Ralph J. Connor.
Ralph was the beloved husband of Doris Anne (Benson) Connor, with whom he shared a wonderful 52-year marriage.
A proud graduate of Bishop Hendricken High School, he was...
Kathy L. D'Ambra
Nov 3, 2025
67, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 3, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Pawtucket to the late Robert D'Ambra Sr and Claire (McNeal) D'Ambra. She was the stepdaughter of Susan M. D'Ambra.
She is survived by her siblings, Debra T. D'Ambra, Susan M. Andrade and Robert D'Ambra Jr, stepsister Robyn Giachelli, nephew Christopher Cimarelli, nieces Marissa...
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