Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI

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...

Nov 12, 2016

84, of Warwick passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, November 12, 2016.  He was the husband of Barbara (Parrillo) Ruggieri and the late Roberta (Goodman) Ruggieri.

Born in Providence he was the son of the late Ralph and Anna (Rioles) Ruggieri.

Frank was the owner along with his son of Ralph’s Oil...

Nov 12, 2016

91, of North Providence and Delray Beach, FL, passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2016 peacefully at home.  He was the beloved husband of Esta S. (Grande) Marchetti.  Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Domenic and Albina (Peterutti) Marchetti.

Edward worked as a Master plumber for many years before retiring.  He also worked...

Nov 11, 2016

of Cranston and Venice, FL, died Friday, November 11th 2016. He was the loving husband of Linda (D'Amico) Petrosinelli. Born in Cranston, he was the son of the late Guido and Antonia (Palazzo) Petrosinelli.

Anthony was the owner of APPCO Painting for 30 years before moving to Venice to retire with his wife Linda. He was an...

Nov 11, 2016

98, of Pawtucket, passed away on Friday November 11, 2016 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence. She was the wife of the late Herbert Eckman. Born in Pawtucket she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Heneritta (Morin) Chouinard. Edna was a waitress for various restaurants for many years until her retirement. She was an...