Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI

Oct 18, 2021

84 years old of Cranston, Rhode Island, passed away in the comfort of her home on October 18, 2021. She had lived with her beloved husband of 58 years, John Bassett. A loving wife, mother and grandmother, who always offered you her bright smile, generous heart and delicious Korean food. She grew up on a farm in South Korea,...

Oct 17, 2021

76, of Cranston passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, October 17, 2021.  He was the beloved husband of Maureen (Thornton) Jervis and the late Ann (Leathers) Jervis.  Born in West Warwick, he was the son of the late Fred and Lillian “Jo” (Hopkins) Jervis.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving son Fred...

Oct 16, 2021

of Huntersville, NC, formerly of Cranston, RI and Bonnet Shores, RI, died on Saturday, October 16, 2021. She was born in Providence, RI on May 1, 1935 to Mary (Cannavo) Petteruti and Carmine Petteruti.

Barbara is survived by her husband Robert with whom she shared sixty-three years of marriage and a loving friendship that started in Barbara...

Oct 16, 2021

92, of Johnston, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021 in Cherry Hill Manor, Johnston. She was the beloved wife of the late William Pontarelli Sr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Ernest DePari Sr., and Rosina (D’Angio) DePari. Mrs. Pontarelli was worked for Miriam Hospital for many years before retiring. She was a member...

Oct 15, 2021

88, entered into eternal life at her home in Cranston on October 15, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She left us peacefully holding our hands, and God took her with Him. Josephine was a gentle woman, and everyone that met her fell in love. Always with a smile on her face and a kind word to share, anyone...

Oct 15, 2021

97, of Johnston, passed away on Friday, October 15, 2021, at Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Louis Gallucci. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Angelina (Germani) Carlevale. Mrs. Gallucci was a supervisor for Blue Cross Customer Services for 24 years before retiring. She was a...

Oct 14, 2021

75, of Seekonk, MA passed away on Thursday October 14, 2021 at RI Hospital in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Helen (Procaccini) Ferreira - Corley.

Born in Oakland CA he was the son of the late John and Violet (Auger) Corley.

Ron served in the US Army during the Vietnam Era for 20...

Oct 12, 2021

Jim Nolan, Cranston, RI, It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of James Thomas Nolan (51) on October 12, 2021. Jim was the beloved husband of Dana A. (Manocchio) Nolan, and the proudest father of James A. Nolan (19) and Christopher T. Nolan (18). Jim is predeceased by his father Bernard F. Nolan and survived by...

Oct 12, 2021

63, of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2021.  He was the beloved husband of Julia (Kwiatkoski) Buono.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Francesco and Eugenia (Valcarenghi) Buono.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children, Jessica Buono and Daniel Buono; cherished grandson Cyrus Cordell; dear sister...

Oct 12, 2021

90, of Warwick, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at the HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence.  She was the beloved wife of the late John Caruso.  Born in Central Falls, she was the daughter of the late Felix and Blanche (Wisniwski) Gesualdo.

Beatrice was the loving mother of Lori Palumbo, and the...

Oct 12, 2021

of Cranston passed away Tuesday October 12, 2021 at RI Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Edward Maynard. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Palmiri (Almeida) Marshall. Carolyn worked at Bannister House Providence as a registered nurse for many years.

She was the devoted mother of Lori Brown...

Oct 12, 2021

93, of Cranston, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. She was the beloved wife of the late Salvatore Garofalo. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Francesco and Maria Theresa (Verdi) Ciorlano. Marie was the owner/operator of Classic Watch store for many years before retiring.

Marie is survived...

Oct 9, 2021

76, of Cranston, passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021 in Roger Williams Medical Center, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Maryjane (Sivo) Young for 50 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Raymond and Emily (Gamache) Young. Mr. Young was a sales associate for over fifty years. Richard was a member and former...

Oct 8, 2021

71, of Cranston passed away peacefully on October 8, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Ruth (Wilkinson) Barry.

Carol enjoyed gardening, crocheting and crafting.

She leaves her two children, Mark G. Hall of Providence and Robbin M. Hall...

Oct 7, 2021

82, formerly of Cranston, and of Fort Lauderdale, FL, passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021 in Holy Cross Hospital, FL. He was the beloved husband of Francesca (Zuena) Maggiacomo for 62 years. Born in Itri, Italy, he was the son of the late Francesco and Maria Civita (Agresti) Maggiacomo. Mr. Maggiacomo was a plumber and electrician for 32...

Oct 7, 2021

81, passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021, peacefully at home.  He was the beloved husband of Joyce A. (Cotoia) Mandarelli.  Born in Providence, Roger was the son of the late Luigi and Francesca L. (Sinapi) Mandarelli.  He was a retired builder. Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving daughters, Lisa A. Parrillo and Lynn A. Pezza. ...

Oct 7, 2021

94, of East Greenwich, passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at Elmhurst Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Providence . She was born in Providence, a daughter of the late Ernesto and Crescenza (Gallo) Catallozzi. Angela worked at New England Telephone for 44 years until her retirement. She is survived by her nephew John and his wife Judy Grande of...

Oct 7, 2021

Robert W. Ryan, Cranston Police Department, Retired Major/Deputy Chief of Police, 59, of Cranston, Rhode Island, passed away October 7, 2021, at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston after a long and courageous fight with cancer.

He was the son of the late Richard (Dick) Ryan, retired Cranston Fire Department, and Jane (Harry) Ryan. He is survived...

Oct 6, 2021

formerly of Stokes St., Johnston, passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at Morgan Health Center in Johnston.  She was the beloved wife of the late Francis J. Lombardi.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Malcolm and Edith (O’Donnell) Brown.

Margaret was the devoted mother of Joseph F. Lombardi and his wife Diane, Steven...

Oct 6, 2021

of Priscilla Ave., Providence, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, October 6, 2021.  She was the beloved wife for 48 years of James R. Pace.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Francesco “Frank” and Maria (Geremia) Paolantonio.

Maria was a member of Local 217 and worked in...