Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Dr. David W. Alfano, PhD
May 8, 2024
Dr. David W. Alfano, PhD, 79, of Cape Coral, Florida, formerly of Cranston, Rhode Island, died at Cape Coral Hospital in Cape Coral, Florida on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Providence on January 10,1945, to Antonio Alfano and Angelina (Cerini) Alfano and was the oldest of three sons. David is survived by...
Peter E. Fortin
May 8, 2024
Peter E. Fortin, 33 of Providence passed away on Wednesday May 8, 2024, with his family by his side. Born in Providence he was the son of Suzanne (Fortin) Letendre.
Peter was a remarkable and vibrant soul and a true master of the arts, leaving behind a legacy of creativity and compassion that touched everyone fortunate enough to know him.
A graphic designer...
Ryan Ruscetta
May 7, 2024
36, of Cranston, RI, died unexpectedly at home on May 7, 2024. Born in Fulda, Germany, he was the son of Kathleen (O’Halloran) Ruscetta and Ronald Ruscetta. Ryan received his GED after spending time at Cranston High School West. He was employed for many years by Cardi’s furniture within furniture delivery.He is predeceased by his loving aunt Debra O’Halloran, his...
Robert "Dino" Amaral
May 7, 2024
86, of Cranston, formerly of Johnston, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Janice (Alviti) Amaral. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Jessie and Dolores (Sisto) Amaral, Sr. Besides his wife Janice, he is survived by his loving children, Robert V. Amaral and his wife Karen of Wakefield,...
Joan M Procaccini
May 6, 2024
93, formerly of Bishop Hill Road,Johnston, RI died peacefully May 6,2024 in Mashpee, Massachusetts. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Procaccini for 47 years. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut on September 27, 1930, eldest daughter of the late Constance (Alishauskas) and John Sterbitis and sister of the late Delores Sterbach Boehm. Joan lived in Johnston since 1951, and...
Pietro Barone
May 6, 2024
92, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, May 6, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Rosina (Mastroianni) Barone for 63 years. Born in Vinchiaturo, Italy, he was the son of the late Antonio Barone and Antonietta (Baratta) Barone. He is survived by his loving children, Antonio Barone and his wife Sonia of...
Carol A LaFazia
May 5, 2024
82, of North Scituate, passed away May 5, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Ronald LaFazia. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Carmela (Ciullo) Mazzotta. Carol was a hairdresser until taking time off to raise her children; she started working again when they were older and retired while working at...
Leo Jude Paquette
May 5, 2024
79, of Cranston, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, May 5, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Sandra M. (Marzilli) Paquette. Born in Central Falls, he was the son of the late Emile and Roselyn (McConnan) Paquette. Besides his wife, he leaves his loving daughter Marisa Monahan and her husband Daniel, cherished grandchildren Sheamus...
Andrew P.J. Byrnes
May 5, 2024
Andrew P. J. Byrnes, 86, of Narragansett, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2024.
Born in Pawtucket, RI he was a son of the late Andrew and Bridget (Hunt) Byrnes.
He leaves his daughters, Angela Cuminski, Karen Lasser and Andrea Byrnes; a sister, Nancy Martone and her husband Robert; three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother...
Corrinne M. (Sahagian) Hague
May 3, 2024
84, of Cranston, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, May 3, 2024. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Irving and Teresa (Campisano) Sahagian.Corrinne was an executive secretary at Brown University for many years before retiring. She was a member of the Daughters of Vartan; an avid doll collector; and a...
Christine J. Petricig
May 3, 2024
49, of Cranston, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Joseph Petricig and the late Ellen (Wilcox) Petricig. Chrisine is also survived by her loving son, Joshua J. Petricig and dear sister Karen A. Petricig.Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston on Thursday at 9:00am followed by...
Karen A. Farrell
May 2, 2024
66, of Briggs St., Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at RI Hospital in Providence. She was the cherished longtime companion for 23 years of John C. Laurenzo of Cranston. Born in Providence, Karen was the loving daughter of the late Raymond F. and Angela (DiScuillo) Farrell and is survived by many...
Daniel J. Casey
May 1, 2024
It is with deep sadness - and profound gratitude for a life well lived - that we share the news of the unexpected passing on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, of Daniel J. Casey, 49, of Cranston, RI.
Born in Providence, Daniel was the devoted and loving son of John J. Casey of Wakefield and Jane E. (Etchells) Walker of Johnston. He...
Linda R. (Mignacca) DeCristofaro
May 1, 2024
75, of North Providence, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of William DeCristofaro.
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Rose (Ferrante) Mignacca and the late James Mignacca. Linda worked for AAA as a dispatcher for many years before retiring.
Besides her...
Raymond Grilli, Sr.
May 1, 2024
87, of Providence, passed away Wednesday May 1, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Agnes A. (O’Donnell) Grilli. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Mario and Helen (Iannozzi) Grilli. He was a proud US Navy veteran. He was a parishioner of St. Thomas Church in Providence. He...
Raymond T. LaNinfa
Apr 30, 2024
76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence. Formerly of Cumberland, Ray was born in Providence and was the devoted son of the late Nicholas R. LaNinfa and Filomena "Phyliss" (Carpinone) LaNinfa. Ray received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Providence College and was a dedicated elementary school teacher in the Pawtucket...
Michael R. Drury
Apr 29, 2024
39, of Cranston, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 29, 2024, at Newport Hospital. Born in Providence, he was the devoted and loving son of Richard D. and Sharon A. (Gage) Drury; cherished brother of Lauren E. Harrington and her husband Taylor, and loving uncle of Calum, all of Cranston. He is also survived by his aunts, uncles and cousins. Michael...
Jean M. (Marzilli) Iacone
Apr 29, 2024
75, of Johnston, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024 at HopeHealth Hospice, Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Carmine A. Iacone. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Luigi and Modesta (Mignanelli) Marzilli.
Jean held her Master’s Degree in Education from Roger Williams University. She worked as an educator for the Cumberland School Department...
Diane Gombeyski
Apr 28, 2024
63, of North Smithfield, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2024 at home.
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Elizabeth “Betty” (Coletti) Gombeyski and the late Henry Gombeyski.
Diane enjoyed working at the ARC of RI. She loved competing in the Special Olympics and won many metals, her favorite was competing in the wheelchair event.
Diane loved her Barbie dolls, watching...
Anthony "Dickie" D'Amore
Apr 27, 2024
Anthony “Dick” D’Amore 88 of Cranston Rhode Island passed away on Saturday April 27, 2024 at Women and Brigham Hospital surrounded by his family. The son of the late Gennaro and Concetta (Totolo) D’Amore, and the loving husband of 64 years to Helen (Manzi) D’Amore. Anthony grew up in Providence, moving to Cranston where he resided with his wife for 57 years.
Anthony...
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