Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI

Aug 5, 2023

84, of Cranston, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.  He was the beloved husband of Claire (Massimino) Parsons.

Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Everett B., Sr. and Evelyn (Ricci) Parsons.

Mr. Parsons worked as a mason for the State of RI for many years...

Aug 2, 2023

65, of South Kingstown, R.I., passed away peacefully on August 2, 2023.

Mary Alice—also known as Ali, Alice, Mellie, and MA to those who loved her—was born to Vincent and Marie (Colarusso) McManus on December 1, 1957, in Providence, R.I. The youngest of five girls, Mary Alice spent her adolescence in Waldwick, N.J., graduating from Paramus Catholic...

Aug 2, 2023

85, of Johnston, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, North Providence. Born in Sulmona, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Fiorino and Maria (Susi) Susi. Lisa was a hairdresser and the owner of Mademoiselle Beauty Salon in Coventry for many years. After hairdressing, she was a sales representative for Revlon...

Aug 1, 2023

86, of Hope, passed away on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at Kent Hospital, Warwick. She was the beloved wife of Steven Vallone Sr. for 69 blessed years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Dennis and Evelyn (Gleason) Crowley. Mrs. Vallone was a special needs bus monitor aid for the Scituate School Department for many years...

Jul 31, 2023

ALEXANDER M. SALVAS, 28, of Cranston, passed away Monday, July 31, 2023 at RI Hospital in Providence.  He was the beloved fiancé of Gianna L. Merolla; loving father of Amora and Lucian Salvas; dear son of Heriberto Roman of Smithfield and Alyne Salvas of Maine; and brother of seven siblings.

Alexander was a construction worker for many...

Jul 31, 2023

Edward Graham Vennell, 78 passed away peacefully Monday , July 31, 2023 , at West View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center with his family by his side. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Frederick Vennell and Marjorie (McCarthy) Vennell and brother of the late Frederick (Ricky) Vennell Jr.

He is survived by his loving...

Jul 30, 2023

62, of Cranston passed away Sunday July 30, 2023 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Jeannette (DelPadre) Theroux.

Born in Providence, he was the son of Edward Bailey Sr. and the late Barbara (Otranto) Bailey. John was a self- employed carpenter for many years before retiring....

Jul 29, 2023

87, of La Habra, CA passed away peacefully on July 29, 2023. She was the wife of the late Angelo F. Lombardo, Sr.

Born in West Warwick, RI she was the youngest daughter of 10 children,  to the late Anthony and Maria (Lancelotta) Petrarca.

She leaves three loving children, Anthony Lombardo of Walla Walla, Lorna...

Jul 29, 2023

Rosa Maria (Cambio) Pescarino, 84, of North Providence passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 29, 2023. She was the beloved wife of the late Eustachio Elio Pescarino.   Born in Pratella, Caserta Italy she was the daughter of the late Salvatore Cambio and Clorinda Pepe.

When she came to the United States she worked as a talented seamstress.  ...

Jul 28, 2023

66, of Scituate, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023.  He was the beloved husband of Christine (Gallagher) Lane. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Robert E. Lane and Anna M. (LaCourse) Lane Harper.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children Jake E. Lane and Hailey A. Lane;...

Jul 27, 2023

Marta Ines (Travi) Prezioso, 72, passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Marta was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the cherished daughter of the late Alfredo Luis Jose Travi and Maria Teresa (De Luca) Travi.

Marta's life was a testament to love and devotion. She shared a beautiful journey with...

Jul 27, 2023

74, of Cranston, passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Briarcliffe Manor, Johnston. He was the beloved husband of Leslie (Marinelli) Benson for 20 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late William and Evelyn “June” (Pilkington) Benson.

Bill graduated from Scituate High School in 1967, played 4 years of football and was...

Jul 26, 2023

Raymond V. Curran, III 65, of Providence, passed away on July 26, 2023. He was the beloved husband of 23 years to Mayra (Nunez) Curran.  He was born in East Providence, a son of the late Raymond and Matilda (Viera) Curran. Raymond was employed at Balise as a delivery driver for many years until his retirement.  He was an ...

Jul 26, 2023

BARBARA L. (GRASSO) CARNEVALE, 84, of Cranston, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at Cedar Crest Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Cranston surrounded by her loving family.  She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Carnevale, Sr.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Rocco and Antonette (Pietropaolo) Grasso.

Barbara was a...

Jul 26, 2023

75, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones, on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at Morgan Health Center, Johnston. He was the beloved husband for 52 years, of Barbara (Crudale) Palmieri. Born in Providence, RI he was the son of the late Ralph and Nancy (Briganti) Palmieri.

Anthony was a US Army Veteran serving...

Jul 24, 2023

Angela Olivia (DeRobbio) Barletta died peacefully in her home on Monday July 24, 2023 at the age of 100+ years.  A resident for some 68 years in that home located in Johnston RI, she was the widow of the late Alphonse Barletta.  Angela was born and raised in the Federal Hill section of Providence, the eldest daughter of immigrant...

Jul 24, 2023

a beloved member of the Cranston community, passed away on July 24, 2023, at the age of 93. Born in Sulmona, Italy, Ralph was a gentle and loving soul who touched the lives of many.

Ralph's remarkable journey began immigrating to New Britain, CT at the age of 9 with his parents and sisters.  He initially worked...

Jul 24, 2023

Luzia Santos

86 of Cranston It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Luzia Santos, a cherished mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and friend. Luzia peacefully entered into the Kingdom of God on July 24, 2023 surrounded by her three daughters. She was born in the Azores, Portugal, the daughter of the late...

Jul 23, 2023

Jason Anthony Young, 21, passed away peacefully on Sunday July 23, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved son of Evamarie Young, Tyrone Young, and Angela Young (stepmother) as well as his brother Sean Michael Young. In addition, Jason Anthony also leaves behind his fiancé Kyra Chandler, stepfather Edward Carello and step siblings Edward Jr. &...

Jul 22, 2023

Josephine  Checrallah, 92, of North Kingstown, passed away peacefully at Hatchery Group Home, on Saturday, July 22, 2023.

Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Mazed and Mathilda (Harfouche) Checrallah.  She was predeceased by her brothers, Miner, Charles, Mitchell, and Joseph, and her sister Mary Caron.

Josie was a special needs individual...