Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI

Mar 26, 2024

69 of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday March 26, 2024, with his family by his side. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late William F. and Gloria (Mildner) Fiore.

Bobby proudly served his country in the US Army in Operation Desert Storm. He was an avid sports fan, particularly all New England Sports teams....

Mar 25, 2024

Anna M. (Bova) Traficante, 94, of St. Mary’s Dr., Cranston, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 25, 2024, at Cedar Crest Nursing Centre in Cranston.  She was the beloved wife of the late Biagio J. Traficante.  Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Paliotta) Bova.

Anna was a hairdresser for over...

Mar 25, 2024

85, a former chief of police for the town of Jamestown, passed away peacefully at his home Monday, March 25, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.  He was the beloved husband of Ann Marie (Gracik) Pemantell.

A lifelong resident of Jamestown, he was a son of the late James E. and Mary (O’Donnell) Pemantell.

Jim...

Mar 25, 2024

Milton R. Buckless, “Bucky”, 89, formerly of Chepachet, RI, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 25, 2024 at The Village at Waterman Lake in Greenville. He was the beloved husband of the late Lucy (Calitri) Buckless.   Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Roger K. and Ruth (Wiberg) Buckless.

Bucky was the maintenance manager...

Mar 24, 2024

Jean M. (Rotter) Ruhlemann, 69, of Valley St., Providence, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at Roger Williams Medical Center in Providence.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Elizabeth (D’Amore) Fine of Jamestown and the late William C. Rotter.

A graduate of the University of Rhode Island, Jean was a social worker for the...

Mar 23, 2024

76, of Charlestown, RI passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 23, 2024.  He was the loving husband of Deborah A. (Fiorio) Rodrigues.

Born in Fall River, MA he was the son of the late Domingos Rodrigues and Mary (Rego) Nicolau.

Mr. Rodrigues was a US Army Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict.

He...

Mar 22, 2024

84, of Cranston, passed away on March 22, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family.  He was the beloved husband of 58 years to Concetta ( Gioffreda) Paolino.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Albert and Antonetta ( Marchetti) Paolino.  Thomas was an electrician for the I. B. E. W.  Local #99 for 35...

Mar 22, 2024

96, of Cranston and Narragansett, peacefully passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Johnston, to the late Louis and Louise (Ferrante) Ferri.  He was the devoted husband of Gloria (Rossi) Ferri for 63 years.

Louis was a graduate of Central High School and Providence College.  He was a devoted school...

Mar 19, 2024

Selina DePasquale Cellucci, beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend was called to her special place in heaven on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Born in Providence, RI, on June 13,1988 to Steven and Maria DePasquale she leaves behind two beautiful sons David (14), and Donato (10), whom she loved greatly and her brother Justin DePasquale and his daughter Aubrie. She...

Mar 19, 2024

97, of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at the Hope Health Hospice Center in Providence surrounded by his loving family.  He was the beloved husband of 75 years to Vincenza (Checchia) Valletta.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Paul Valletta and the late Philomena (Pantalone) Valletta.

Tom was a World...

Mar 18, 2024

97, formerly of Cranston, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2024.  She was the wife of the late Edmond G. Petit.

Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Giovanni and Mary (Vento) Volpe.

A devoted mother and grandmother, she enjoyed cooking for and spending time with her family.  She also enjoyed watching...

Mar 18, 2024

Louise J. (Macera) Scungio, 96, of The Bridge at Cherry Hill, Johnston, passed away Monday, March 18, 2024 at Cedar Crest Nursing Centre in Cranston.  She was the beloved wife of the late Michael A. Scungio.  Born in Johnston, she was the daughter of the late Mauro and Maria (Cardillo) Macera.

Louise was the devoted mother of...

Mar 17, 2024

age 97, of Wallace Street, Providence, Rhode Island, died March 17, 2024 at Roger Williams Medical Center. He was the husband of the late, Agnes Marie DeIngenis.

A lifelong resident of Providence, he was the son of the late, Francesco and Angelina DeIngenis. He worked as a foreman for Natco Products in Warwick, Rhode Island,...

Mar 17, 2024

89, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA.  He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth (Vallande) Zanfagna.  Born in Cranston, he was the son of the late Luigi and Clementina (Macera) Zanfagna.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children, Louis T. Zanfagna and his...

Mar 16, 2024

36, of Providence, passed away on March 16, 2024.

Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Maria Cintron.

Carlos was a phenomenal landscaper and cook.  He excelled in sports, especially soccer and basketball in high school.  He enjoyed art, music and spending time outdoors with his sons.

He leaves his...

Mar 16, 2024

Ronald F. “Ron” Martinelli, 74 of Cranston passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2024, with his family by his side. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, he was the son of the late Americo and Gilda (Lautieri) Martinelli. He was the devoted husband of Joyce (Santosuosso) Martinelli.

Ron proudly served his county in the US Army. He...

Mar 16, 2024

Alfred Andrew LaRocco passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the age of 70 after a battle with cancer, surrounded by his family and friends. Al was born on September 26, 1953, to Andrew and Lillian LaRocco.  He lived most of his life in Warwick, RI.  He attended New England Technical Institute and obtained a Masters license...

Mar 16, 2024

Anna D. (Andreozzi) DiPaolo, 98, of “Shore Acres” North Kingstown, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at her home of 70 years with her loving and devoted sons by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Antonio “Tony” DiPaolo.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Giuseppe and Rosa (Piaciatelli) Andreozzi....

Mar 14, 2024

Elizabeth L. (Bianchi) Ricci, 99, of Johnston, departed peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, March 14, 2024.  She was the beloved wife of the late Adolph Ricci.  Born in Barrington, she was the daughter of the late Vincenzo and Enrichetta “Rita” (Scialo) Bianchi.

Elizabeth was the Admissions Director at Charlesgate Nursing Center in Providence for...

Mar 13, 2024

With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to a pillar of strength, compassion, and wisdom, Mr. Chhel Khun, who peacefully departed this world on March 13, 2024 with his family by his side, at the age of 80, after valiantly battling cancer. His legacy, however, remains etched in the hearts of all who were touched by his grace, love, and...