Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Carl A. Picerno
Aug 11, 2025
82, of Johnston passed away Monday August 11, 2025 at Landmark Medical Center in Woonsocket. He was the beloved husband of Beverly A. (Martinelli) Picerno. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Carlo and Margaret (DiPalma) Picerno.
Carl was a recruiter and Senior Master Sgt. for the Air National Guard for 33 years then worked for the US...
Marie A. (Boezi) Del Padre
Aug 11, 2025
Del Padre, Marie A. (Boezi)
76, formerly of Cranston, RI passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025 at St. Elizabeth’s Home, East Greenwich. She was the wife of the late Albert Rocco Del Padre.
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Mary and Domenico Boezi.
Marie graduated from Cranston High School East and Katharine Gibbs Secretarial School.
Marie worked at Moses...
Michael Manoog Kaprielian
Aug 10, 2025
Michael “Manoog” Kaprielian passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025 surrounded by family and friends. He lived his 75 years of life as a global citizen with the conviction that doors should always be opened, all cultures are to be honored, the world is to be explored, and service to others is the foundation of a thriving community.
He carried his...
Pierina "Perry" (Massa) Sorbara
Aug 9, 2025
89, of Plainfield Pike, Johnston, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at Hope Health Hospice in Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Salvatore F. Sorbara. Born in Fondi, Latina, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Giovanni and Raffaella (DiBiasio) Massa.
Perry was a talented seamstress for many years before...
Braden E. Collins, Jr.
Aug 8, 2025
69, of Cranston, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Robin (Labonte) Collins. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Braden and Claire (Blanchette) Collins.
He is survived by his children, George Welchman and his wife Lori, and Tami Ward and her husband Tony; grandchildren Hunter, Arianna, Hailey, Isabella, and...
Mario Bruno Ugo Assante
Aug 8, 2025
Mario Bruno Ugo Assante
92, passed away peacefully at his home on August 8, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Rose Pisani Assante of Providence. Born in Monte Cassino, Italy, on August 21, 1932, he was the son of the late Angelo Assante and Elvira Messidoro.
Mario is survived by his loving children, Mario A. Assante, Elvira Iacampo, Debra...
Michael R. McKenna Sr
Aug 8, 2025
73, of Cranston, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence.
Michael is survived by his beloved wife, Cheryl (Thomas) McKenna, who stood by his side through life's many challenges and joys. His family includes his brothers, John and Robert Krupa, and his sisters, Johnsie McKenna and Sue Krupa-Gray. The warmth of his family extends to...
Diana Gail Almonte
Aug 7, 2025
age 84, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family and husband of 61 years, Peter A. Almonte. She was predeceased by her parents Pasquale and Lillian DiMuccio. She is also survived by her loving sons and daughters in laws: Peter Almonte Jr. and Melinda Almonte, of Narragansett, Mark Almonte and Donna Almonte, of Fullerton, California, and Christopher...
William "Bill" D. Gelsomino
Aug 7, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of William “Bill” Gelsomino on August 7, 2025 at the age of 71. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, he lived a life defined by humility, steadfast reliability, a deep sense of integrity and righteousness and whose greatest pride was his family.
Bill lived life with passion...
Richard DiPietro
Aug 7, 2025
77, of Cranston, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at RI Hospital, Providence. He was a devoted husband and father, leaving behind his beloved wife, Deborah (Resendes) DiPietro, and their cherished son, Devin DiPietro. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Julia (Perrotta) DiNofa and stepson of James DiNofa.
Richard dedicated over 33 years of his life...
Yolanda V. "Lonnie" Bedetta
Aug 7, 2025
100, of Cranston, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025 at Riverview Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Coventry surrounded by her loving family. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Marietta (Ricci) Bedetta. Lonnie was the sister of the late Gladys Gasbarino, Gilbert Bedetta, Eugene Bedetta, Esther Paolo, Barbara McKenna and George Bedetta. She was the...
Carmine "Cal" Corvese, Jr.
Aug 6, 2025
90, of Johnston, passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving family on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Teolinda “Tillie” (DiFazio) Corvese. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Carmine and Elizabeth (Lato) Corvese.
Cal was self-employed for 55 years as the owner/operator of Corvese’s Fruit Store in Providence. He...
Norma A. (Iannuccilli) Rodi
Aug 6, 2025
92, of Cranston, returned home to the Father on Wednesday, August 6th, 2025. .
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Edna (Ondis) Iannuccilli. Norma was the beloved wife of the late Edward L Rodi with whom she was married 56 years.
She was predeceased four months ago, by her dear brother, Louis Iannuccilli, and is survived...
Joanne M. Lopardo
Aug 5, 2025
Born on August 5th, 1958 in Providence, after fighting ovarian cancer for the past 3 years Joanne passed away on her 67th birthday, surrounded by many loving family members and friends. Joanne was the devoted daughter of the late Americo (Ham) and Anna (McNamara) Lopardo. She graduated from St. Xaviers High School and the Community College of RI, following which...
Mary N. (Ciacciarelli) Pezzullo
Aug 4, 2025
92, of Johnston, entered eternal life surrounded by the peace and love of her family on Monday, August 4, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Edmund B. Pezzullo Sr. Born in Johnston, she was the daughter of the late Mariano and Anna (Macera) Ciacciarelli. Mary was both a school and bus aid for the Johnston School Department...
William E. Paplauskas Jr.
Aug 3, 2025
77, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Rosemary (Cabana) Paplauskas for 53 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late William and Dorothy (Nickerson) Paplauskas.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his daughter Jennifer Fredette and her husband Douglas; cherished granddaughter Katherine Fredette; siblings David Paplauskas and his...
Lida Khandanyan, MD
Aug 3, 2025
a beloved member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 1, 1935, in Yerevan, Armenia, she embodied warmth, resilience, and dedication throughout her life.
Dr. Khandanyan served as a medical surgeon in the Armenian Army for many years, a testament to her commitment to helping others and her...
Michael Anthony Perry
Aug 2, 2025
Michael A. Perry, 61, of Warwick Ave., Cranston, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025 at RI Hospital. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary C. (Ferrara) Perry. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Dorothy L. Perry.
Michael was a mechanic in the auto industry for many years.
He was the devoted father of Michael A. Perry,...
Margaret (Tagliatela) Moretti
Aug 1, 2025
known for her loving and kind nature, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, at the age of 99. Born on November 8, 1925, Margaret devoted her life to her family and her career, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.
Throughout her professional journey, Margaret worked diligently at Coro Manufacturing and later at Miriam Hospital before retiring. Her...
Robert L. Guarniero
Jul 30, 2025
Robert L. Guarniero, 59, of Warwick son of the late Ralph and Norma (Spizzirri) passed away on July 29, 2025. He was also predeceased by his brother-in-law John (Jack) Gionis.
Robert is survived by his ever-present (ex) wife Lori Guarniero(Richard) and his beloved children Robert Guarniero, Jr and his wife Samantha and Julia Guarniero. He also leaves siblings: Verna Gionis, Denise...
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