Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Lucy Elizabeth Megrdichian
May 19, 2024
Lucy Elizabeth (Kojoian) Megrdichian, 83, of Cranston passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 19, 2024. She was the beloved wife of 60 years to the late Peter Megrdichian. Born in Montreal, Quebec, she was the daughter of the late John and Araxie (Ouzounian) Kojoian. Lucy was the devoted mother of John Megrdichian and his wife, Debra of Cranston and Stephen...
Raymond G. Pensalfini
May 17, 2024
95, of Susan Circle, Johnston, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Ilda R. (DeStefanis) Pensalfini. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Albert E. and Ida L. (Trivisonno) Pensalfini.Raymond was a bricklayer in the construction industry for many years before retiring; and was a U.S. Korean War veteran....
Anna (Luciano) DelSignore
May 16, 2024
86, of Johnston, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Gerald DelSignore Sr. Born in Barrington, RI, she was the daughter of the late Augusta and Laura (Martini) Luciano.Anna was the devoted mother of Gerald Del Signore, Jr. and his wife Deborah of Glocester, Barbara Audet and her husband Ronald of North...
Elizabeth P. (Coletti) Gombeyski
May 15, 2024
87, of Warwick passed away on May 15, 2024. She was the wife of the late Henry Gombeyski.
Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Giulio and Ella (Fandetti) Coletti.
Betty worked at the Miriam Hospital as an executive assistant for over thirty years before retiring. She loved playing cards, Scrabble and bingo. Betty enjoyed summers camping at Long...
Eileen M. (Antuono) Zarrella
May 15, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eileen M. Zarrella, who left us peacefully on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at the age of 93. She was the devoted wife of the late Raymond J. Zarrella Sr., with whom she shared a beautiful life filled with love and laughter. Together, they raised a family that embodies the...
Elvis Vicente
May 15, 2024
55, of Cranston, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Katy (Rodriguez) Vicente. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, son of Diomedes Vicente Viloria and Ana Miladys Almanzar Cespedes.
Elvis is also survived by his loving children, Kelvin Vicente, Lucy Vicente Marte and Katherine Vicente; cherished grandchildren, Marvin Diaz Vicente, Marlin Diaz Vicente and Kelvin...
Virginia F. (Rambone) De Giulio
May 14, 2024
On May 14, 2024, a beautiful caring soul left us peacefully to be with the Lord. Born in Cranston, RI, Virginia, 95, was the daughter of Pasquale and Concetta (Vingi) Rambone and sister to the late Josephine Ferro. She was the beloved wife of the late Pasco DeGiulio for 69 years, mother to Denise DeGiulio and Kim (DeGiulio) Morey, and...
Cipriano Massimo Illiano
May 13, 2024
known affectionately as "Cip", passed away on May 13, 2024, in North Providence, RI, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and service. He was born on December 21, 1982, in Providence, RI, where his journey began. Cipriano's life was one filled with selflessness and commitment to helping others. He started his career in the field of emergency services as an EMT...
Joan A. (Masello) Watkinson
May 12, 2024
90, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 12, 2024. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Vincent and Maria (Rosa) Masello. Mrs. Watkinson and her late husband were the owners of Industrial Refrigeration Corporation for decades. Her sharp mind was second only to her quick wit which provided endless laughter to her family that loved...
Donald P. Gormley
May 12, 2024
Donald P. Gormley, 79, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024 at The Village at Waterman Lake in Greenville. He was the beloved husband of the late Judith S. (Bell) Gormley. Born in San Francisco, CA, he was the son of the late John “Vin” and Hope F. (O’Brien) Gormley.
Donald graduated from La Salle Academy and Providence College...
Giovanni Caparco
May 11, 2024
82, peacefully crossed over with his devoted daughter by his side on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at HopeHealth Hospice & Palliative Care, Providence. Born in Teano, Italy, Giovanni was the son of the late Silvestro and Assunta (DeSpirito) Caparco. Mr. Caparco was a tool maker for several decades before retiring. He additionally worked many years in Operations of the Providence Civic Center, performing...
Marsha Ann (Pazienza) Sbardella
May 11, 2024
82, of Cranston passed away peacefully on May 11, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Peter G. Sbardella Sr. for 58 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Guido and Licia (Spirito) Pazienza.
Marsha worked for Ferry Orthodontics for many years. Although her main passion in life was her devotion...
Tracy L. Lockery Smith
May 9, 2024
55, of Charlestown, passed away at her home on May 9, 2024.
Born in New Britain, CT she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Jacqueline (Hjalmeer) Lockery.
She leaves three daughters, Ashley Douglas and her husband Steven, Rhiannon Smith and Halley Fine; two brothers, Michael Lockery and William Lockery; a sister, Sally Masse and her husband Alan; four grandsons, Bryce...
Rhoda (Rinaldi) Pomeroy
May 9, 2024
Les Miserables lost its greatest fan and her family lost their center – wife, mother, stepmother, grandmother – and all-around force of nature when Rhoda (Rinaldi) Pomeroy slipped away on May 9, 2024 after battling pancreatic cancer to a standstill for more than a year. Since Rhoda never did anything she didn’t want to, you can be sure she said...
Dr. David W. Alfano, PhD
May 8, 2024
Dr. David W. Alfano, PhD, 79, of Cape Coral, Florida, formerly of Cranston, Rhode Island, died at Cape Coral Hospital in Cape Coral, Florida on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Providence on January 10,1945, to Antonio Alfano and Angelina (Cerini) Alfano and was the oldest of three sons. David is survived by...
Peter E. Fortin
May 8, 2024
Peter E. Fortin, 33 of Providence passed away on Wednesday May 8, 2024, with his family by his side. Born in Providence he was the son of Suzanne (Fortin) Letendre.
Peter was a remarkable and vibrant soul and a true master of the arts, leaving behind a legacy of creativity and compassion that touched everyone fortunate enough to know him.
A graphic designer...
Ryan Ruscetta
May 7, 2024
36, of Cranston, RI, died unexpectedly at home on May 7, 2024. Born in Fulda, Germany, he was the son of Kathleen (O’Halloran) Ruscetta and Ronald Ruscetta. Ryan received his GED after spending time at Cranston High School West. He was employed for many years by Cardi’s furniture within furniture delivery.He is predeceased by his loving aunt Debra O’Halloran, his...
Robert "Dino" Amaral
May 7, 2024
86, of Cranston, formerly of Johnston, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Janice (Alviti) Amaral. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Jessie and Dolores (Sisto) Amaral, Sr. Besides his wife Janice, he is survived by his loving children, Robert V. Amaral and his wife Karen of Wakefield,...
Joan M Procaccini
May 6, 2024
93, formerly of Bishop Hill Road,Johnston, RI died peacefully May 6,2024 in Mashpee, Massachusetts. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Procaccini for 47 years. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut on September 27, 1930, eldest daughter of the late Constance (Alishauskas) and John Sterbitis and sister of the late Delores Sterbach Boehm. Joan lived in Johnston since 1951, and...
Pietro Barone
May 6, 2024
92, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, May 6, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Rosina (Mastroianni) Barone for 63 years. Born in Vinchiaturo, Italy, he was the son of the late Antonio Barone and Antonietta (Baratta) Barone. He is survived by his loving children, Antonio Barone and his wife Sonia of...
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