WILLIAM SIRAVO JR

80, of Burlingame Rd. Cranston, passed away Friday July 25, 2008 surrounded by his loving family at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, North Providence. He was the beloved husband of Florence (Gemma) Siravo. They celebrated over 40 years together. He was born in Johnston a son of the late William and Emma (Sparks) Siravo Sr. Mr. Siravo was a Licensed Thoroughbred Race Horse Trainer for over 60 years. He was a member of the Horsemen Benevolent Protection Association and was a US Navy Veteran. William enjoyed fishing, gardening, and entertaining at his farm; where he would have cookouts for 50 or more of his relatives and friends. Besides his wife he is survived by his loving children, Nancy Latendresse of Burrillville, Crystal Siravo Marinaro of Foster, Jessica Siravo Frink of Cranston, Christopher Siravo of NH, Steven Siravo of NH, Ricky Bianco , Phebe Young, Kara Nasif and Gary Gallagher. He was the cherished grandfather of 12 and brother of Lenny, Dolores, Thelma and Virginia. William was the father of the late: Billy and Robert Siravo. His funeral will be held on Thursday at 11 AM from the NARDOLILLO FUENRAL HOME 1278 Park Ave. Cranston followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 AM in St. Mary's Church Cranston St. Cranston. Burial with Military Honors will be in St. Ann's Cemetery Cranston. VISITING HOURS: Thursday Morning 9- 11 AM. In regards to flowers the family would prefer Red and White for colors, in reflection of his Horse Racing tradition.

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