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Giovanni Caparco

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Carol A LaFazia

Carol A LaFazia

May 5, 2024

82, of North Scituate, passed away May 5, 2024.   She was the beloved wife of the late Ronald LaFazia.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Carmela (Ciullo) Mazzotta.   Carol was a hairdresser until taking time off to raise her children; she started working again when they were older and retired while working at...

Leo Jude Paquette

Leo Jude Paquette

May 5, 2024

79, of Cranston, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, May 5, 2024.  He was the beloved husband of Sandra M. (Marzilli) Paquette.  Born in Central Falls, he was the son of the late Emile and Roselyn (McConnan) Paquette.  Besides his wife, he leaves his loving daughter Marisa Monahan and her husband Daniel, cherished grandchildren Sheamus...

Andrew P.J. Byrnes

Andrew P.J. Byrnes

May 5, 2024

Andrew P. J. Byrnes, 86, of Narragansett, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2024.

Born in Pawtucket, RI he was a son of the late Andrew and Bridget (Hunt) Byrnes.

He leaves his daughters, Angela Cuminski, Karen Lasser and Andrea Byrnes; a sister, Nancy Martone and her husband Robert; three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.  He was the brother...

Corrinne M. (Sahagian) Hague

Corrinne M. (Sahagian) Hague

May 3, 2024

84, of Cranston, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, May 3, 2024.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Irving and Teresa (Campisano) Sahagian.Corrinne was an executive secretary at Brown University for many years before retiring. She was a member of the Daughters of Vartan; an avid doll collector; and a...

Christine J. Petricig

Christine J. Petricig

May 3, 2024

49, of Cranston, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Joseph Petricig and the late Ellen (Wilcox) Petricig. Chrisine is also survived by her loving son, Joshua J. Petricig and dear sister Karen A. Petricig.Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston on Thursday at 9:00am followed by...

Karen A. Farrell

Karen A. Farrell

May 2, 2024

66, of Briggs St., Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at RI Hospital in Providence.  She was the cherished longtime companion for 23 years of John C. Laurenzo of Cranston.  Born in Providence, Karen was the loving daughter of the late Raymond F. and Angela (DiScuillo) Farrell and is survived by many...

Daniel J. Casey

Daniel J. Casey

May 1, 2024

It is with deep sadness - and profound gratitude for a life well lived - that we share the news of the unexpected passing on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, of Daniel J. Casey, 49, of Cranston, RI. 

Born in Providence, Daniel was the devoted and loving son of John J. Casey of Wakefield and Jane E. (Etchells) Walker of Johnston. He...

Linda R. (Mignacca) DeCristofaro

Linda R. (Mignacca) DeCristofaro

May 1, 2024

75, of North Providence, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of William DeCristofaro.

Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Rose (Ferrante) Mignacca and the late James Mignacca.  Linda worked for AAA as a dispatcher for many years before retiring.

Besides her...

Raymond Grilli, Sr.

Raymond Grilli, Sr.

May 1, 2024

87, of Providence, passed away Wednesday May 1, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Agnes A. (O’Donnell) Grilli. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Mario and Helen (Iannozzi) Grilli. He was a proud US Navy veteran. He was a parishioner of St. Thomas Church in Providence. He...

Raymond T. LaNinfa

Raymond T. LaNinfa

Apr 30, 2024

76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence. Formerly of Cumberland, Ray was born in Providence and was the devoted son of the late Nicholas R. LaNinfa and Filomena "Phyliss" (Carpinone) LaNinfa. Ray received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Providence College and was a dedicated elementary school teacher in the Pawtucket...

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