Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Orial Anne (Banks) Redd
Jun 11, 2024
100, of Narragansett, RI, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2024. She was previously married to the late M. Paul Redd.
Born in Port Chester, NY and raised in Rye, NY, she was the daughter of the late William A. and Ethel Marie (Griffin) Banks.
Mrs. Redd and her husband Paul won a landmark housing discrimination case in 1962 and appeared in...
Suzanne M. Townsend
Jun 11, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Suzanne M. Townsend, 71, of South Kingstown, who peacefully departed on June 11, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Providence, the first daughter of nine children to the late Everett and Marie (Archambault) Townsend. Suzanne graduated from St. Xavier High School. She spent many years...
Nathan J Ryan
Jun 10, 2024
46, of East Providence passed away on June 10, 2024. Born in Providence , he was the beloved son of James G. Ryan (Cecile Terenzi Ryan) and Evelyn ( Willard) Ryan. Nathan was a graduate of Bishop Hendricken High School, then attended Seton Hall University where he received his Bachelors degree. After graduating college he worked in medical sales...
Ruth Preziosi
Jun 10, 2024
Rutina "Ruth" Preziosi was the youngest of twelve children born to Italian immigrants Giovanni and Agrippina Preziosi. Though born in Rhode Island, Ruth became a California girl while still a child when her family moved to Fresno, California. She had a love for learning and discovered that she was quite good at school. After attending college in Fresno, Ruth wanted...
William J. Marandola
Jun 9, 2024
80, of North Providence, passed away on June 9, 2024 at Landmark Medical Center, Woonsocket. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late William and Louise (Mollo) Marandola.
William worked as a produce manager for Almac’s and then later at Stop & Shop before retiring. He was a founding member of the basketball league at Evans Field in North...
Sara M Coletti
Jun 8, 2024
36, of Arlington, Virginia previously of Cranston, Rhode Island, passed away June 8, 2024. She was the beloved wife of Daniel Zielinski. They were married for the past 2 years. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of Stephen and Pamela ( Lee) Coletti. Sara worked in software sales.
Besides her husband and parents she is survived by her...
Robert A. Iozzi
Jun 7, 2024
73, of Johnston, passed away Friday June 7, 2024 at home.
Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Vincent and Angelina (Rago) Iozzi.
Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory 1278 Park Ave. Cranston Monday June 17, 2024 at 11am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Cross Church 654 Hartford Ave. Providence at 12 noon....
Albert DiFilippo
Jun 7, 2024
Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 7, 2024 at the age of 86. Albert and his wife Joanne (Cola) DiFilippo were married for over 50 years, sharing a lifetime of memories. Born in Providence to the late Albert and Clementina (Morelli) DiFilippo, Albert was a lifelong resident of Rhode Island. In addition to his...
Albert R. Messier, Jr.
Jun 6, 2024
64, of Cranston, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Linda A. (Bartnick) Messier. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Albert, Sr. and Gloria (Leveillee) Messier.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his children, Nicole Messier, Christopher Messier; stepchildren Clayton Dilello III, Ryan Dilello, Elliott Rooney; grandchildren Angela LaFlemme, Michaela...
Ernest Walter Campagnone
Jun 4, 2024
94, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at Briarcliffe Manor in Johnston. He was the loving companion for 29 years of Penny L. (Kemplin) Mendillo.
Born in Providence he was the son of the late Giuseppe and Elizabeth (DeFilippo) Campagnone.
Ernest worked in the construction industry for many years before retiring and was a member of Teamsters Local...
Salvatore J. Sepe
Jun 4, 2024
94, of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at Morgan Health Center, Johnston. He was a devoted husband who lovingly cared for his wives Jennie (Calabrese) Sepe and Eva (Geremia) Sepe for many years before their passing. Born in Cranston, he was the son of the late Anthony and Anna (Capirchio) Sepe. Mr. Sepe was a cabinet maker...
Marie L. Sollars
Jun 3, 2024
91, of Cranston passed away on June 3, 2024. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Gennaro and Giovannina ( Marchionda) Iacobucci. Marie worked as a clerk at RI Hospital in the medical records department for many years until her retirement.She is survived by her loving children: John Sollars and his wife Roz of CT , Susan...
Patricia (Testa) Barnes
Jun 3, 2024
85, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 3, 2024 at her home. She was the beloved wife of the late Walter C. Barnes. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late James and Filomena (Tomao) Testa.
She was the devoted aunt of Jesse P. Gomez, David Gomez and his wife Marisa, and Patricia Gomez; great aunt of...
Steven "Chic" Callahan
Jun 2, 2024
68, of West Warwick, formerly of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Deborah A. (Henry) Callahan. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late John and Carmella (Travisano) Callahan.
Steven was a graduate of Cranston High School East in 1974. During his time there he was a member of the football...
Raymond F. Cerrito
Jun 2, 2024
84, of Warwick, passed away in his home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, June 2, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Judith (Nelson) Cerrito for 58years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Elmer and Theresa (Danella) Cerrito. Raymond was a US Army veteran serving during the Vietnam War. Later, Raymond became the owner...
Thea M. Neri
May 31, 2024
Thea Neri, 74 of Coventry passed away on Friday May 31, 2024, at her home. Born in Cranston she was the daughter of the late Constantino and Virginia (Boyajian) Nardolillo. She was the wife of the late Robert Neri.
Thea was a natural caregiver, she was compassionate, empathic, and generous. She had the most amazing personality. Her infectious smile matched with...
Nancy Garafano
May 31, 2024
Nancy Garafano, 96 of Delray Beach, Florida passed away Friday May 31, 2024, with her family by her side. Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Luigi and Frances (Sinapi) Mandarelli. She was the beloved wife of the late Alphonse Garafano.
She was survived by her children Gary Garafano and his wife Christine, and Steven Garafano and his...
Charles R. Tanner
May 31, 2024
84, of Cranston passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024 surrounded by his devoted family. He was the loving husband of Maureen M. (Kilmartin) Tanner for 59 years. Son of the late Raymond and Elsie (Mutter) Tanner and brother of Kathryn Titus (David) and Richard Tanner.
Charles grew up in Riverside and attended East Providence High School. A U.S. Army...
Diana J. (LaFauci) Colardo
May 31, 2024
87, of East Greenwich (formerly of Cranston) passed away peacefully on May 31, 2024.
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Roger and Susan (Vitullo) LaFauci.
She is survived by her sons Richard Colardo, Jr. and Christopher Colardo, Esq.; her daughter, Kimberly Nikolaidis and her husband Alexi; and her beloved granddaughters, Tess and Maddie Nikolaidis. She was the sister...
Wayne A. Gambuto
May 30, 2024
Wayne Anthony Gambuto, 72, of Pawtucket passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 30, 2024. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Anthony and Carmela (Geremia) Gambuto. He was the beloved husband of Irit Gambuto for 37 years, and loving father to Sabrina Gambuto O’Shea.Wayne worked in the cold food storage industry for many years. He then went...
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