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Munir A. Rihani

Munir A. Rihani

Oct 16, 2024

77, of Cranston and Lincoln, RI, passed away quietly and unexpectedly on October 16, 2024. Born on December 25, 1946 in Ramallah, Jordan, he was the son of the late Reverend Ayoub Elia Rihani and Mufideh Nimri. He graduated at the top of his class from Alexandria University, Egypt, with a degree in Civil Engineering and worked as a Chief...

Richard H. Cady

Richard H. Cady

Oct 15, 2024

82, of Coventry, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Kent Hospital, Warwick. He was the beloved husband of the late Jean Marie (Antonelli) Cady. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Ernest and Mary (Phillips) Cady. Mr. Cady was a machine operator for Rogers Corporation for many years before retiring.

He is survived by his loving...

Michael A. Croce

Michael A. Croce

Oct 15, 2024

beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 24, 1943, in Providence, Rhode Island, and lived a life dedicated to service, education, and family.

Michael's career began as a math teacher for the Central Falls and Warwick school departments, where he inspired countless students. He then...

Leda (Schipis) Palazzo

Leda (Schipis) Palazzo

Oct 14, 2024

Leda (Schipis) Palazzo passed on to eternal rest having reached her 98th birthday with her loving family by her side on Monday October 14, 2024.

She was the beloved wife of the late Henry C. Palazzo, they married in Italy in 1946.

Born in Montecatini Terme, Italy she was the daughter of the late Ernesto and Guglielma (Bonelli) Schipis. 

They resided in Cranston...

Francis J. "Frank" McKenna, Jr.

Francis J. "Frank" McKenna, Jr.

Oct 14, 2024

88, of Cranston, RI, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 14, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Anna (Guglielmi) McKenna for 62 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Francis J. and Rose (Kenney) McKenna. 

Frank was a graduate of LaSalle Academy, Providence College, and Rhode Island College. He served as...

Lillian G. Sylvia

Lillian G. Sylvia

Oct 12, 2024

Lillian G. Sylvia, 97, passed away peacefully on Saturday October 12, 2024, at West Shore Health Center in Warwick RI with her family by her side. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Albano and Maria (Felix) Soares. She was the beloved wife of the late George Sylvia.

Lillian spent many years working in the jewelry industry, starting...

Silvana Barone

Silvana Barone

Oct 8, 2024

Silvana passed away with cancer on October 8, 2024 at home surrounded by her beloved brothers after a very long battle.

Silvana was born in Argentina and came to Rhode Island in October 1980 with her family. She finished her studies here and worked for People's Bank and MetLife insurance for over 20 years.

She was the daughter of the late Pietro...

Angelina A. (Rosetti) Casali

Angelina A. (Rosetti) Casali

Oct 7, 2024

94, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 7, 2024 at Cedar Crest Nursing & Rehabilitation Centre, Cranston. She was the beloved wife of Albert A. Casali, Sr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Antonetta (Cardullo) Rosetti. 

Angelina worked as a hair stylist and cosmetologist for many years. She also worked for the State...

Catherine Veronica (Florio) Raposa

Catherine Veronica (Florio) Raposa

Oct 6, 2024

82, of South Kingstown passed away on October 6, 2024 at her home.

Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Nicholas and Catherine (Carty) Florio.

Catherine worked as an esthetician before retiring. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

She leaves her children, Jeff Raposa and his wife Bianca of Los Angeles, CA and Beth Raposa of Charleston,...

Setrak "Rosdom" Jawharjian

Setrak "Rosdom" Jawharjian

Oct 5, 2024

88, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at RI Hospital in Providence. He was the beloved husband for 63 years of Nuver (Aharonian) Jawharjian. Born in Aleppo, Syria, he was the son of the late Hovannes and Mariam (Kalandarian) Jevahirjian.

 Setrak immigrated to the United States in 1970 with his family, with...

Stefano F. Assante Jr.

Stefano F. Assante Jr.

Oct 4, 2024

81, of Johnston, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, October 4, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Santa Marie (Stoppello) Assante for 61 beautiful years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Stefano and Filomena (DelGuidace) Assante Sr. 

Stefano served as the Owner and Operator of Steve’s Auto, where he showcased his exceptional skills...

Dennis L. McDonnell

Dennis L. McDonnell

Oct 4, 2024

a lifelong advocate for quality produce in the wholesale distribution industry, passed away on October 4, 2024, at the age of 90, surrounded by his loving family. Born on October 30, 1933, in Providence, Rhode Island, Dennis dedicated his life to a career that spanned decades, retiring from Community Fruitland, after previously working at Michael Brothers and Tourtellot & Co.

Dennis's...

Anna Maria (Covelli) Bruzzese

Anna Maria (Covelli) Bruzzese

Oct 4, 2024

91, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 4, 2024 surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was the beloved wife of the late Salvatore Bruzzese, whom she was married to for 60 years. Born in Castelnuovo Parano, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Francesco and Arminda (Macera) Covelli. Mrs. Bruzzese was always one to make new...

Joan Lola Cirillo (Allen)

Joan Lola Cirillo (Allen)

Oct 3, 2024

of North Scituate passed away peacefully on October 3rd, 2024 at Overlook Nursing Home. Joan was born in Providence to the late William and Etta (Brinkman-Smith) Allen. She was the sister of Tamara Griffis, Paula ‘Audrey’ Tata, Walter Smith, William Allen, John Allen, George Allen, Charles Allen, and Mary (Allen) Sayles. Joan resided in North Scituate for 28 years, living...

Donna M. (Izzi) Guilmette

Donna M. (Izzi) Guilmette

Oct 3, 2024

Donna M. (Izzi) Guilmette, 73, of Johnston passed away on October 3rd with her family by her side. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Dorothy M. (Delfino) Izzi. She was the beloved and devoted wife of 53 years, to William H. Guilmette, Jr. 

She was the cherished “Ma” to Deborah Ziadeh (Emile), Maria Guilmette, Kathy...

George K. Baligian

George K. Baligian

Oct 1, 2024

88, of Cranston, passed away Monday, October 1, 2024 at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He was the beloved husband for 60 years of Ann P. (Soares) Baligian. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Paul and Margaret (Tuktukian) Baligian.

George was a purchasing manager at Tower Manufacturing Corp. where he worked for over 50 years; served in...

Marian E. Gannon

Marian E. Gannon

Oct 1, 2024

Marian E. Gannon, 91 of Cranston passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024, with her family by her side. Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Catherine Reilly. She was the devoted wife of the late Martin J. Gannon, for 45 years prior to his passing in 1999. The two met while both working at Whiting Milk.

 

A...

Donna L. Iacchini

Donna L. Iacchini

Sep 28, 2024

 passed away on September 28, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Attilio and Elizabeth (Gallo) Iacchini. Loving sister of Noreen Ri Iacchini-Nugeness and beloved brother-in-law Ronald J. Nugeness. Donna was the proud and loving aunt to Ronald S. Nugeness whom she deeply loved and adored. She was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and also a graduate...

Bahij Ibrahim Boutros "David"

Bahij Ibrahim Boutros "David"

Sep 28, 2024

57, of South Kingstown passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 28, 2024.

He was the loving son of Ibrahim Boutros and Georgette Bayad Boutros. He was survived by his loving wife Andrea Mota Boutros. He was an adoring father to his daughter Christabell Boutros. Bahij was a loyal brother to Bassam Boutros and wife Karen, Rima Boutros, Elias Boutros and wife...

Sante Rocchio

Sante Rocchio

Sep 27, 2024

82, of Scituate, passed away September 27, 2024 in Piedimonte Matese Hospital in Italy. Born in Capriati, Italy, he was the son of the late Antonio and Antonetta (Ferri) Rocchio 

He leaves behind his beloved wife Vincenza (Notorantonio), and their sons Antonio, Francesco, and Roberto. Sante was also a proud father-in-law to Roberta, Dina, and Lisa, and an adored grandfather to...

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