Dorothy M. Izzi

Dorothy M. Izzi, 96 of Johnston passed away peacefully on September 6, 2024, with her family by her side. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of late Fred and Ella (Tartaglia) Delfino. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald Izzi. 

She was the first Woman Executive to work at Textron, and the former owner of Izzi Trucking. After her retirement she devoted her life to her family, she loved to prepare meals for them. She led a very active life, she walked daily and loved dancing. She was also very creative, often she could be found painting, crocheting and or sewing. 

She is survived by her devoted daughters Donna M. Guilmette and her husband William, Elaine M. Parenti and her late husband Ronald, and Dina M. Izzo and her husband Anthony. She leaves several cherished grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was predeceased be her brothers Ernest Delfino, Alfred Delfino, Raymond Delfino, and Joseph “Tippy” Delfino. 

Her Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday September 11, 2024, at 11:00 am at Our Lady of Grace Church, 4 Layfette St., Johnston. Burial will be immediately following in St. Ann Cemetery. VISITING HOURS will be held from 9:00 am- 10:00 am at the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston.