Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI

Apr 29, 2016

68, of Scituate, passed away on Friday April 29, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center RI. She was the beloved wife of the late Paul F. Martino. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Beatrice (DiTommaso) Campopiano.

She is survived by her loving son John Paul Martino and his wife Kristin...

Apr 28, 2016

89, of Ocala, FL, formerly of Cranston, passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at Legacy Hospice House in Ocala. She was the beloved wife of the late Raymond A. Guastini.  Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Enea and Daria (Atella) D’Orsi.

Louise was an accountant for the State of RI Department of...

Apr 28, 2016

Beatrice Yolande (DePasquale) Temkin, died unexpectedly at her home in Providence on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at the age of 84.  Bea was the beloved wife of the late Martin M. Temkin.  She was born in Providence, RI on August 9, 1931, the daughter of the late Judge Luigi DePasquale and his wife Marie (Michard) DePasquale.  A lifelong resident...

Apr 28, 2016

91, passed away Thursday April 28, 2016.  She was the wife of 62 years to the late William A. Martinelli.

She was born in Providence on June 11, 1924 a daughter of the late Antonio and Carmela (Corvese) Tavarozzi.

In 1968 she became the proud co-owner and manager of Brides Showcase in the Midland Mall,...

Apr 28, 2016

88, formerly of Hillwood St., Cranston, passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at Elmhurst Extended Care in Providence.  Born in Providence, she was the beloved daughter of the late Ernesto and Carmela (Rapa) Tommasiello.  Angelina was the founder and owner of the former Sorority Shop in Providence and later worked at Rich Paper Box Company in Johnston for...

Apr 27, 2016

Born on Christmas Day 1935, passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2016.  He was the beloved husband of Anne (Mello) Mitchell for 52 years.  Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Charles and Hazel (Rounds) Mitchell.

He was the loving father of David and his wife Laurie Mitchell of Cranston and Michael Mitchell of...

Apr 27, 2016

82, of Providence, passed away on Wednesday April 27, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center RI surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Sylvester “Sully” Coletta. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Ada (DePastene) Barletta.

Besides her husband, she is survived by her children, Sharon Abood...

Apr 25, 2016

93, of Providence, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, April 25, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late John Cotoia. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Gilbert L. and Aplhonsine (St. Peter) Blais.

She is survived by her loving children,...

Apr 24, 2016

72, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2016. He was the beloved husband of the late Martha (Dunlop) Holland. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late William and Mildred (Trevor) Holland. Russell worked as a machinist for the Electric Boat Company for many years. He is survived by his loving children, Linda A. Brierley and...

Apr 24, 2016

87, of Saunderstown, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2016 peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, after a long battle with cancer. She was the beloved wife of the late Frederic C. Caswell. Born in Portland, ME, Ruth was a daughter of the late David and Florence (Sheaff) Farrington. Ruth was a registered nurse for many years, before...

Apr 24, 2016

81, of Johnston previously of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2016. He was born in Providence, a son of the late Joseph and Mary (Corrigan) Coppolelli. Joe attended Rhode Island Teachers College and graduated in 1962. After receiving his teaching degree, Joe taught at West View Elementary School in Cranston for 35 years until his retirement. He...

Apr 24, 2016

91, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2016, at home. She was the beloved wife of the late Cleves R. Golding and Peter Crisostomi. Born in Southampton, England, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Ellen (Taylor) Gray.

Frances is survived by her loving children, Anthony Crisostomi of Lillian, Alabama Peter...

Apr 24, 2016

85, of Cranston, passed away peacefully of a brain aneurism on Sunday, April 24, 2016 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center in Providence.  She was the beloved wife of the late Umberto “Bert” Tomassone.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Gennaro and Lucy (Lepore) Napolitano.

Anna graduated from Jo-An School of Beauty Culture...

Apr 23, 2016

42, of Chepachet, passed away on Saturday, April 23rd, 2016, unexpectedly at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Michelle (Marandola) Chester. Born in Providence he was the son of John H. Chester Sr., Ret. Sgt. JPD, and the late Cecile A. (Castillona) Chester. Jeffrey was a 1991 graduate of LaSalle Academy and the holder of a CDL...

Apr 23, 2016

77, of Pawtucket, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 23, 2016, at Miriam Hospital, Providence. She was the wife of the late Herbert Xavier, Sr. and the companion of the late Charles B. Arnold. Born in Lancaster, PA, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Levia (Ramaglia) Stern. Connie was a child caretaker at the Children's Shelter of...

Apr 22, 2016

67, of Narragansett, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 22, 2016 at Shady Acres Nursing Home, West Kingston. She was the beloved wife of forty-two years to the late Vincent E. Campanella. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Nicola and Elvira (D'Agnillo) Pullano. Barbara was a payroll supervisor for the City of Providence School Department for...

Apr 21, 2016

80, of Cranston, passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2016, at her home in Cranston. She was born in Fitchburg, MA a daughter of the late Felix and Mary (Izzi) Ghilardi. Ann was a supervisor at TF Green Airport Security for many years until her retirement. She is survived by her loving children, Kimberly D'Agnillo of Providence and Michael D'Agnillo...

Apr 21, 2016

93, of Cranston, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 21, 2016. She was the friend, partner and now wife of 53 years of Claire L. Jordan of Cranston. Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Albertina (DePasquale) Saccoccia. She was the sister of Gloria Medici of Cranston, Marjorie Montecalvo of Exeter & the...

Apr 19, 2016

96, of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday April 19, 2016 in Cedar Crest Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Cranston. She was the wife of Frank Ricci. Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Luigi and Ada (Vona) Giglietti. Besides her husband she was the sister of Louis Giglietti, Joanne Squizzero and the late Mary Colucci, Carolina Blette...

Apr 18, 2016

2, of Cranston, passed away peacefully in the arms of his mother at Boston Children's Hospital after a courageous fight. His bravery inspired and touched the hearts of many. Born in Providence, he was the beloved son of Dana R. Ventetuolo of Cranston. Nico was the cherished grandson of Dennis and Ruth Ventetuolo of Johnston. He was the nephew of...