Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Lucia M. (Ferreira) Simão
Jul 15, 2026
72, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Roger Williams Medical Center in Providence. She was the beloved wife of Antonio Simão for 50 years. Born in Prados, Portugal, Lucia was the devoted daughter of the late Manuel and Amelia (Carvalho) Rei.
A loving homemaker, Lucia found great joy in cooking and baking for her family, cherishing...
Michael H. Gates, Ret CPD
Jul 14, 2026
Michael H. Gates, Det. Sgt. (Ret.) Cranston Police, 64 of Cranston, passed away on July 14, 2026, with his family by his side. He received a devastating diagnosis of ALS just over two years ago. Michael battled his disease with all the qualities that defined him as an person. He battled hand in hand with his family filled with extraordinary...
Barbara E. (Boitano) Rouse
Jul 13, 2026
born on February 5, 1937, in Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at her home in Charlestown, Rhode Island on July 13, 2026. She was 89 years old.
Barbara’s life was marked by dedication—to her family, to her faith, and to the service of others. A proud graduate of St. Xavier High School and the Community College of Rhode Island, she...
Mary Ann (Luca) Amadio
Jul 12, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Amadio surrounded by the love of her family on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
She was the beloved wife of George B. Amadio. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Mary (Puleo) Luca.
Besides her husband, she is survived by her loving children: John Amadio and his wife...
Lawrence M. Celani
Jul 12, 2026
76, of Scituate Vista Ave., Cranston, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026. He was the beloved husband of the late Karen (Lomastro) Celani. Born in Providence, he was the devoted son of the late Peter and Lillian (Turner) Celani.
Lawrence worked in communications in the radio industry for many years before retiring.
He was the loving father of Mary E. Wentzell...
David Mulholland
Jul 8, 2026
69, of Middletown, formerly a longtime resident of the Knightsville area of Cranston, RI, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at Royal Health Forest Farm Nursing Home. Born in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Edward and Virginia (Mosca) Mulholland. He was the brother of the late Edward and Alan Mulholland.
David is survived by his longtime...
Annette (Klanian) Topakian
Jul 7, 2026
of 75 Minnesota Ave., Warwick, passed away peacefully with family on July 7, 2026 at the HopeHealth Hospice in Providence.
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Sarkis and Santoukd (Begian) Klanian; wife of the late Theodore Topakian for 59 years; mother of Gregory C. Topakian of Westboro, MA (wife Christine Hmura), Diane M. Topakian of Conestoga, PA...
Arlene Marie (Giannini) Nolan
Jul 7, 2026
79, of Lincoln, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026. She was the wife of the late Robert Nolan.
Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Evelyn (Giarusso) Giannini.
Arlene graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School. She worked for the State of RI, Department of Children & Families.
She enjoyed cooking and was an animal lover.
Arlene leaves her...
Julia A. (Redinger) Jacavone
Jul 7, 2026
92, of Johnston, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Carlo J. Jacavone for 73 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Charles F. and Althea (Dunbar) Redinger.
Julia possessed a remarkable green thumb and took great joy in tending her garden...
Dimitri Peter Emmanouel Vourvachakis
Jul 6, 2026
Dimitri Peter Emmanouel Vourvachakis, 26 of West Warwick passed away unexpectedly on Monday July 6, 2026. He was the beloved son of George and Ann (Lekos) Vourvachakis, and the younger twin brother of Anastasia.
Besides his parents and his sister, he is survived by his maternal grandmother Eugenia Lekos, his uncle Dr. Andrew Lekos and his daughters Alexia and Leticia; his...
Joan (Lapati) Ladefian
Jul 4, 2026
Joan (Lapati) Ladefian, of Warwick, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at Brentwood Nursing Home. She lived a long, full, and beautiful life, one defined by unwavering devotion to her family, enduring friendships, quiet generosity, and countless cherished memories. Born in Providence, she was the beloved daughter of the late Anthony...
Jacque S. Suy
Jul 4, 2026
77, of Providence, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, July 4, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Sarun Au.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children: Sarith Suy and his wife Chrep, Sara Suy, Elizabeth Suy and her partner Ron, and the late Sary Suy; cherished grandchildren Chanda, Tyron and his...
Kathleen A. (Dolan) Clarkin "Kathi"
Jul 4, 2026
61, of Cranston, RI, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at West Shore Health Center in Warwick. She was the beloved wife for 39 years of Dennis P. Clarkin. Born in Providence, she was the loving daughter of Marilyn (Potter) Dolan of Cranston and the late James G. Dolan.
Kathi was a graduate of Cranston East, Rhode Island College and...
Francis L. DelSesto
Jul 2, 2026
78, of Hillcrest Drive, Cranston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2026, with family by his side. He was the husband of the late Elena A. (DiLustro) DelSesto. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Louis and Anna (Paolino) DelSesto.
Before his retirement, Mr. DelSesto was the Credit Manager for Horizon Beverage Group. He served faithfully as...
Joseph Ruggieri, Jr.
Jul 2, 2026
97, of Cranston and Warwick, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2026. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary (Henriques) Ruggieri. Born in Cranston, he was the son of the late Joseph Ruggieri Sr. and Rosina (Capirchio) Ruggieri.
Joseph was a metalsmith at Quonset Point and a draftsman for Electric Boat for many years before retiring. He also...
Diana M. (Pagano) Burr
Jul 2, 2026
73, of Johnston, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Briarcliffe Manor, Johnston. She was the beloved wife of Gregory Burr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Ettore and Dolores (Izzo) Pagano. A dedicated educator, Diana taught art in the Johnston School Department for 32 years. Her passion for the arts and commitment to her...
Veronica "Ronnie" (Hovsepian) Nahigian
Jul 1, 2026
93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 1, 2026. She was born in Allston, Massachusetts on July 22, 1932 to the late Virginia (Tashjian) Shanazarian and the late Joseph Hovsepian, and was wife for almost 70 years to the late Leon T. Nahigian.
Ronnie was an at home mom and homemaker most of her adult life with the occasional assistance to...
Anna (Larrivee) Clerc
Jun 29, 2026
94, formerly of Cranston, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, at RI Hospital, Providence. She was the wife of the late Joseph Clerc. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Fallon) Larrivee. Anna was a salesclerk for F.W. Woolworth for about 35 years before retiring. She enjoyed daily walks, word searches, reading, and...
Teresa M. Lowe
Jun 29, 2026
Teresa M. Lowe, 98, of Greenville passed away on Monday June 29, 2026. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Leo and Josphine (Cipriano) Comella. She was wife of the late Joseph V. Lowe.
She was a key punch operator and worked for printing companies. Alongside her late husband Joe, they traveled to most of the continental United...
Daniel R. Barry
Jun 29, 2026
a longtime resident of Bonnet Shores, Narragansett, RI, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born on July 2, 1953, in Providence, Daniel led a life of dedication to his family, community, and the causes he held dear.
A graduate of Cranston East High School, Daniel distinguished himself early, serving as Class President and...
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