Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI

Jul 26, 2023

Raymond V. Curran, III 65, of Providence, passed away on July 26, 2023. He was the beloved husband of 23 years to Mayra (Nunez) Curran.  He was born in East Providence, a son of the late Raymond and Matilda (Viera) Curran. Raymond was employed at Balise as a delivery driver for many years until his retirement.  He was an ...

Jul 26, 2023

BARBARA L. (GRASSO) CARNEVALE, 84, of Cranston, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at Cedar Crest Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Cranston surrounded by her loving family.  She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Carnevale, Sr.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Rocco and Antonette (Pietropaolo) Grasso.

Barbara was a...

Jul 26, 2023

75, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones, on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at Morgan Health Center, Johnston. He was the beloved husband for 52 years, of Barbara (Crudale) Palmieri. Born in Providence, RI he was the son of the late Ralph and Nancy (Briganti) Palmieri.

Anthony was a US Army Veteran serving...

Jul 24, 2023

Angela Olivia (DeRobbio) Barletta died peacefully in her home on Monday July 24, 2023 at the age of 100+ years.  A resident for some 68 years in that home located in Johnston RI, she was the widow of the late Alphonse Barletta.  Angela was born and raised in the Federal Hill section of Providence, the eldest daughter of immigrant...

Jul 24, 2023

a beloved member of the Cranston community, passed away on July 24, 2023, at the age of 93. Born in Sulmona, Italy, Ralph was a gentle and loving soul who touched the lives of many.

Ralph's remarkable journey began immigrating to New Britain, CT at the age of 9 with his parents and sisters.  He initially worked...

Jul 24, 2023

Luzia Santos

86 of Cranston It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Luzia Santos, a cherished mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and friend. Luzia peacefully entered into the Kingdom of God on July 24, 2023 surrounded by her three daughters. She was born in the Azores, Portugal, the daughter of the late...

Jul 23, 2023

Jason Anthony Young, 21, passed away peacefully on Sunday July 23, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved son of Evamarie Young, Tyrone Young, and Angela Young (stepmother) as well as his brother Sean Michael Young. In addition, Jason Anthony also leaves behind his fiancé Kyra Chandler, stepfather Edward Carello and step siblings Edward Jr. &...

Jul 22, 2023

Josephine  Checrallah, 92, of North Kingstown, passed away peacefully at Hatchery Group Home, on Saturday, July 22, 2023.

Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Mazed and Mathilda (Harfouche) Checrallah.  She was predeceased by her brothers, Miner, Charles, Mitchell, and Joseph, and her sister Mary Caron.

Josie was a special needs individual...

Jul 21, 2023

Gianna Marie Manson, 19 of Warwick passed away Friday, July 21, 2023. Born in Providence, she was the beloved and cherished daughter of Sharra Manson, and Ronald “Ronnie” Gibeau.

Gianna was a loving, caring, and confident free spirit. Her goofy and silly approach to life made her truly unique.  Her infections laugh was a daily occurrence.  Whether...

Jul 21, 2023

KENNETH A. DIODATI, 68, of Johnston, passed away on Friday, July 21, 2023 at Miriam Hospital in Providence.  He was the beloved husband for 45 years of Joan C. (Pellegrino) Diodati.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Astillodore “Jerry” and Mary (Micheletti) Diodati.

Ken worked in the construction business for many years and...

Jul 20, 2023

89, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 20, 2023 surrounded by her family.  She was the beloved wife of the late Rocco A. Pagliaro for 66 wonderful years.  Born in Providence, Natalie was the daughter of the late Lucio and Anna (Branca) Macera. She worked for Stop & Shop for over 30 years as a cash office...

Jul 19, 2023

98, of Johnston, Rhode Island, passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born and raised in Johnston, she was the daughter of the late Pasquale and Adelina Rega Landi.

She is survived by her loving children, Gary A. Kuball and his wife Nanette of Phoenix, AZ, Glen S. Kuball and...

Jul 19, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Dana DeLuca Shechtman, 70, on July 19th, 2023 in Westport, MA. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, she was the beloved daughter of the late Marie I DeLuca and Joseph DeLuca, the mother of Sarah Shechtman and Emma Shechtman and the stepmother of Jason Shechtman. Dana leaves behind...

Jul 19, 2023

81, of Cranston, passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023.  She was the beloved wife of the late Leon “Fred” Naylor.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Bernadette Ricci.

She is survived by her loving daughters, Allison Janelle, Lynn Naylor, and was the grandmother of several fur baby’s.  She also leaves...

Jul 19, 2023

On Wednesday, July 19, 2023, Agnes (Topalian) Toumasian, loving sister, aunt, and friend, passed away at age 98.

Agnes was born in Bridgeport, CT to Kaspar and Ehsig (Eranosian) Topalian, along with her sisters Rosalie (Topalian) Jones of Washington and Marguerite (Topalian) Griego of Providence. She was predeceased by her husband Harry Toumasian, with whom she owned...

Jul 19, 2023

90, of Warwick, formerly of Johnston, passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at West Shore Health Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank Parrillo. Born in Johnston, she was a daughter of the late Armand and Alice (Lindgren) Dubois. Jeanette worked as a CNA with Cherry Hill Nursing Home for 22 years before retiring.

Jul 18, 2023

(Ayotte) Gloria A Cacicia 82, of Johnston, passed away on July 18, 2023.  She was born in Providence, a daughter of the late Ernest and Evelyn (Atherton) Ayotte.  Gloria worked in the food and beverage industry for many years until her retirement. She is survived by her loving children: Joseph Cacicia and his wife Dana, Robert Cacicia and his...

Jul 18, 2023

LOUIS CALCAGNI, JR., 82, of Greenville, passed away at home on Tuesday, July 18, 2023.  He was the beloved husband for 43 years of Susan T. (Goss) Calcagni.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Louis and Assunta (Cassieri) Calcagni.

Louis worked at the Planning & Development office, City of Providence, for over 30...

Jul 17, 2023

James C. Andoscia, Sr. 90, of Cranston, passed away on July 17, 2023. He was the beloved husband of the late Marie (DiFilippo) Andoscia.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Charles and Amelia ( DelMastro) Andoscia. James was the owner and operator of Edgewood Barber Shop in Cranston for over 50 years; and was also...

Jul 16, 2023

Michael Pietros, 34, of Boca Raton, FL, originally of Cranston, RI, died unexpectedly at home on July 16, 2023. Born at home in Cranston, RI, he was the son of Claudia (Ricci) Pietros and Steven Pietros. Michael was a graduate of the Cranston High School West Class of 2007 and subsequently earned his B.S. in Business Administration from Rhode...