OBITUARIES


Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI


Joyce Z. (Mooradian) Yeremian

Joyce Z. (Mooradian) Yeremian

Nov 26, 2025

84, passed away November 26, 2025. Born in Providence to Parsegh and Nartig Mooradian. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert H. Yeremian. She is survived by her loving sons Robert and Gregory, her sister Mariam Norigian, her niece Roxanne Hasmig Phillips and her husband Mark, her great niece Alysha Melkoun and her husband Antuan, her great great...

Michaelangelo Rainone

Michaelangelo Rainone

Nov 24, 2025

96, of Johnston, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025 at the Morgan Health Center in Johnston. He was the beloved husband of the late Evelyn (DeQuattro) Rainone. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Pastore) Rainone.

He is survived by his loving son, Michael J. Rainone, brother-in-law Albert DeQuattro, and brother of the late...

Marie A. (Petrovich) Pezzullo

Marie A. (Petrovich) Pezzullo

Nov 23, 2025

83, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025. She was a daughter of the late Charles and Jovanna (Martone) Petrovich.

Marie married the love of her life, John Albert Pezzullo Jr, who passed away in 2006 after an extended illness. Marie showed true love and devotion by selflessly caring for husband during that time.

Marie was extremely proud to tell...

Cheryl Ann (Reardon) Gouveia

Cheryl Ann (Reardon) Gouveia

Nov 22, 2025

62, of Cranston, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Born in Attleboro, MA, she was the daughter of the late Gary and Hazel (Skeese) Reardon.

Cheryl was a beloved figure in the lives of many, known for her unwavering dedication and compassion as a registered nurse. She devoted her entire career to Women and Infants Hospital, where she made a...

Gladys Mary (Fay) Boreiko

Gladys Mary (Fay) Boreiko

Nov 22, 2025

96, passed away on Saturday evening, on November 22, 2025 at the Stillwater Skilled Nursing home in Greenville RI, with her loved ones by her side.

Born in Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Thomas J. Fay of Providence, and Alice M. (St.Lawrence) Fay, of Fall River MA. She was the sister of the late Francis “Sonny” J....

Louis S. Coccia

Louis S. Coccia

Nov 22, 2025

Louis S. Coccia, 72, of Exeter Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, including his dog and grand dogs, and a crackling fire. He was the cherished husband of Joyce A. Faraone for 45 years, and beloved dad of his daughter Lucianna Faraone Coccia and daughter in-law Tasia Wells. Besides his wife, daughter, and daughter-in...

Michael G. Riley

Michael G. Riley

Nov 20, 2025

Michael G. Riley, a beloved family man, committed contrarian, and cherished member of his community, passed away on November 20, 2025, with his family by his side. He was born on April 11, 1956, on the Pensacola Naval Base in Florida.

A D1 athlete, accomplished thinker, and beloved family member, Michael is remembered for his enduring love and his commitment to...

Dolores "Della" (Carreiro) Rizzo

Dolores "Della" (Carreiro) Rizzo

Nov 19, 2025

95, of Cranston, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at Riverview Nursing & Rehabilitation in Coventry. She was the beloved wife of the late Fabio Rizzo. Born in North Providence, she was the daughter of the late John and Madeline (Cota) Carreiro.

Della was the devoted mother of Sheron Lial of Cranston, Dolores G. Rizzo of Danielson, CT and the...

Mary Rowe Carlson

Mary Rowe Carlson

Nov 19, 2025

Mary Rowe Carlson, OCDS Passed peacefully in hospice care, surrounded by the love of her family, November 19, 2025.

Mary was the beloved wife of Lawrence “Ted” Carlson, with whom she shared a life of deep faith and devotion. She was the cherished mother of Amy Smith Knobloch and Leon Smith IV (Laura); loving grandmother to J.T. Mergenhagen (Lexxy), Joshua Knobloch,...

Santo J. Riccitelli, PhD

Santo J. Riccitelli, PhD

Nov 17, 2025

a beloved professor at the Community College of Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on August 29, 1932, in Johnston, Rhode Island, Santo's life was characterized by a profound commitment to education, service, and family.

Santo achieved remarkable academic success, earning his bachelor’s degree from Providence College, followed by two master’s degrees,...

Jean C. (Rossi) Carello

Jean C. (Rossi) Carello

Nov 15, 2025

90, of Cranston, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, November 15, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late George R. Carello (Ret. Major, C.P.D.). Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Helen (Gentile) Rossi.

Jean is survived by her daughters Gina E. Fallon and her husband Joseph...

Richard Viti

Richard Viti

Nov 14, 2025

80, of Cranston, passed away Friday November 14, 2025 at RI Hospital in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Elsa (Giusti) Viti.

Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Benedetto and Raffaella (Procaccini) Viti.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother and an extremely proud Vietnam Veteran. He was activated and served from 1968-69. He was...

Lucille P. Massemino

Lucille P. Massemino

Nov 13, 2025

passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born on January 6, 1948, in Providence, Rhode Island, Lucille was a beacon of light in the lives of those who knew her.

Lucille's impressive career spanned several decades, during which she served as the President of Davenport Associates from 1992 until 2014. Her notable contributions to healthcare also included...

Violette T. (St. Jean) Swiczewicz

Violette T. (St. Jean) Swiczewicz

Nov 13, 2025

95, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at the Alpine Nursing Home in Coventry. She was the beloved wife of the late Louis M. Swiczewicz. Born in West Warwick, she was the daughter of the late Mathias St. Jean and Opalma (Gamlin) St. Jean.

She is survived by her loving children, Dr. Louis M. Swiczewicz Jr. and...

Thomas Zonfrilli

Thomas Zonfrilli

Nov 12, 2025

87, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on November 12, 2025 at the Cedar Crest Nursing Home in Cranston. He was the beloved husband of Pasqualina (DiTraglia) Zonfrilli. Born in Pontecorvo, Italy, he was the son of the late Francesco and Teresa (Almagno) Zonfrilli.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving daughters Teresa Burns and...

Joan R. (Reinikka) Evans

Joan R. (Reinikka) Evans

Nov 11, 2025

age 89, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, at Brentwood Nursing Home in Warwick, RI. Born in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of the late Arvo and Rose (Paradis-Bibeau) Reinikka and the wife of the late Robert F. Evans.

She is survived by her daughter, JoAnn M. Evans and her husband Tim Doherty, her son Daniel F. Evans, her...

Alice (Zorabedian) DeAngelis

Alice (Zorabedian) DeAngelis

Nov 11, 2025

97, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at St. Elizabeth’s Nursing Home in East Greenwich. Born in Providence, Alice was the daughter of Tarves “Rose” (Bozoian) and Thomas Zorabedian, Armenian immigrants who fled the Hamidian Massacres, landing safely in Providence. She was the wife of the late Salvatore “Bob” DeAngelis.

The youngest of seven children, Alice was predeceased by Myra...

Anna Marie (DelSignore) Pernorio

Anna Marie (DelSignore) Pernorio

Nov 11, 2025

 90, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Tuesday November 11, 2025 at home with her husband and daughter Maryann by her side.

She was the beloved wife of Victor D. Pernorio for 67 years.

Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Pietro and Anna Marie (Iacavito) DelSignore.

Anna was an Escheat Specialist for Old Stone Bank for many years.

Besides her...

Vincent E. Walsh

Vincent E. Walsh

Nov 11, 2025

a respected and dedicated member of his community, passed away peacefully at his home on November 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Vincent was born on April 16, 1944, in Providence, Rhode Island, the son of the late Vincent and Lillian (Stannard) Walsh.

Vincent is survived by his beloved wife, Carol (Coccoli) Walsh, with whom he shared 62 wonderful years...

Barbara A. (Imondi) Medeiros

Barbara A. (Imondi) Medeiros

Nov 11, 2025

82, of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Phyllis (Cacchiotti) Imondi and Anthony Imondi. Barbara was the mother of Maria Medeiros (Cranston) and Barbara-Jean Mancini (Richie), North Kingstown. She was the proud grandmother of Keith and Kole Mancini.

Barbara was a 1963 graduate of Newport Hospital School of Nursing and a 1996...

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