Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
David C. DePetrillo
Feb 26, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother David C. DePetrillo. A beloved husband, brother, uncle, and esteemed leader in Rhode Island's tourism and hospitality industries, David passed away on February 26th at the age of 78.
The devoted son of the late Frank and Fatima (Ciuccio) DePetrillo, David is survived by his devoted wife,...
Belange Jacques Joseph Almonacy
Feb 24, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Belange Jacques Joseph Almonacy, who departed this life on February 24, 2025, at the age of 90. A man of great strength, resilience, and unwavering devotion to his family, he leaves behind a legacy of love, sacrifice, and hard work.
Born on April 17, 1934, to Emmanuel Almonacy and Bienaimise...
Francine M. Mauricio
Feb 24, 2025
Francine M. Mauricio, 77, of Smithfield passed away on Monday February 24, 2025, with her family by her side. Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Frank and Ethel (DeCotis) D’Andrea.
Fran was a long-time employee of the Providence School Department. She enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren and planning her next shopping trip. In her...
Joseph A. Merolla
Feb 23, 2025
72, of Cranston passed away Sunday February 23, 2025. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Americo W. and Carmella (Santosuosso) Merolla.
Joseph was a computer programmer for Medi-Tech for many years before retiring.
He was the dear brother of Linda Agin of Cranston and loving uncle of Stephanie L. Santin and her husband Stefano and loving great-uncle of...
Marybeth Murphy Cannon
Feb 22, 2025
76, Retired Professor of Education at Rhode Island College’s Feinstein School of Human Development and Education, died on February 22nd, 2025 after a long battle with Lewy body disease, surrounded by her loving family.
Marybeth was a resident of Narragansett, RI. She is survived by her husband, Vincent T. Cannon, Esq., with whom she shared “the best job ever”: raising their...
Steven J. O'Neil
Feb 22, 2025
72, of North Kingstown, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Tamara S. O’Neil. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late John J. Sr. and Elaine G. (Testa) O’Neil.
Steven was Chief Financial Officer / CPA at Uncas International. He received his BS in Accounting from...
Marguerite T. ( Petrone) Gambuto
Feb 22, 2025
88, of Cranston, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Kent Hospital, Warwick. She was the beloved wife of Robert Gambuto for nearly 60 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Margaret (Trainor) Petrone.
Marguerite began her professional journey as an elementary school teacher for a few years, where her passion for education shone...
Stephen J. LaFazia
Feb 21, 2025
Stephen J. LaFazia resided in Murphy, North Carolina. He passed away on February 21, 2025 in Ocala, Florida. Steve was born in Providence, RI and was the son of the late Joseph and Jane (Hinterland) LaFazia. Steve was 74 years of age at the time of his passing.
Steve proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. he was...
Donald R. Gallo
Feb 21, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Donald R. Gallo, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, uncle, cousin, and friend. He passed away at the age of 91 surrounded by his loving family.
Donald was born in Providence to the late Angelo and Laura Gallo (Belisle) and was the brother of the late Jean Ballirano and...
Lucia "Lucy" Manni
Feb 20, 2025
It is with deep sadness and profound love that the family of Lucia “Lucy” (Chirico) Manni, 98, of East Greenwich, Rhode Island, announces her passing, surrounded by those she cherished most on Thursday, February 20, 2025. She was the devoted and loving wife of the late Adolph “Pete” Manni for over 60 years until his passing in 2007. Born in...
Manuel F. Sousa
Feb 20, 2025
84, of Cranston, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late AnnMarie (Paolino) Sousa. Born in São Miguel, Portugal, he was the son of the late Aries and Maria (Macedo) Sousa.
As a successful engineer, he owned and operated Artic Tool & Engineering Co., where his dedication to excellence and innovation...
Franklin Delano Bouchard
Feb 20, 2025
was born in Boston, MA on January 30, 1946. He was 79 years old when he passed on February 20, 2025, at the Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence, surrounded by his loving family.
Frank lived in Cranston RI for most of his life with his wife Marie. They were married for 58 years on February 4th ", 2025, and met at...
MaryAnn (Kapas) Lemlin
Feb 20, 2025
78, of Cranston, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice, Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald Lemlin. Born in Putnam, CT, she was the daughter of the late Engus and Josephine (Zabka) Kapas. MaryAnn enjoyed spending time with her best friend Ann, whether it was going out for lunch and dinner or...
Maria A. Guilmette
Feb 19, 2025
65, of Johnston, RI, passed away on February 19, 2025, with her family by her side, leaving an irreplaceable void in our hearts.
She was the devoted daughter of William H. Guilmette, Jr. and the late Donna Guilmette, as well as the late Lillian G. Wade.
She leaves behind her loving sisters and brothers: Deborah Ziadeh (Emile), Kathy Guilmette-Cipriano (Victor), Tammy Meloni...
Virginia Aguilar
Feb 18, 2025
We announce the passing of Virginia Aguilar, who left this world on February 18, 2025, surrounded by love. She was the wife of the late Mario Figueroa. Born in Guatemala, Virginia was the daughter of the late Brigido and Victoria Castañeda. A dedicated registered nurse, she cared for her patients with compassion and respect.
She was a woman of wisdom, sharing...
Khamphong Phongsavanh
Feb 17, 2025
Khamphong Phongsavanh, 78 of Woonsocket, passed away on Monday February 17, 2025. Born in Ban Thinphia, Hatxayfong, in Laos.
She was a homemaker in her own home for many years.
She is survived by her children Souphansa Khounborinh, Bounthavy Phongsavanh and Michael Phongsavanh. She was the grandmother of Tessa Khounborinh, Lana Khounborinh, Thor Phongsavanh, Zor Phongsavanh, and Por Phongsavanh. She was the...
Margaret E. (Ryan) Rysk
Feb 17, 2025
94, of Narragansett, RI, died peacefully in her sleep on Monday February 17, 2025. She was the loving wife of Peter Paul Rysk for over 70 years.
Margaret (Peg) was the daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret (Hesketh) Ryan. She is predeceased by her older brothers Thomas & Joseph Ryan. Margaret attended Cranston schools and graduated from St. Xavier’s Academy....
Maria (Conte) DiPaola
Feb 16, 2025
85, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at the Briarcliffe Gardens in Johnston. She was the beloved wife of the late Vito A. DiPaola. Born in Cerreto Sannita, Italy, she was the daughter of the late John and Filomena (Fappiano) Conte.
Maria loved to garden, cook, and preserve all she harvested. Maria and her husband taught many...
Lori A. Medeiros
Feb 16, 2025
Lori Ann Medeiros, 69, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025, with her family by her side. Born in Providence, raised in Riverside, she was the beloved wife of Jack Medeiros and daughter of the late Frederick and Julia (Studley) Balkcom.
Lori first and foremost was a loving, dedicated mother and grandmother to her three children and two grandchildren....
Michael S. Kelly
Feb 16, 2025
42, of Cranston passed away on Sunday, February 16th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Providence, RI. Husband to Natasha (Calcagni ) Kelly and father of Sofia Rae & Mila Jo Kelly. He was the son of Shawn & Cheryl (Grimes) Kelly of Warwick RI. The son in-law of Mirella (Mancini) Calcagni (Iyad Chahine) and the late Giuseppe...
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