Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI

Jun 14, 2023

Edward Souren Eranosian, 90, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023.  He was the beloved husband of the late Irene (Najarian) Eranosian.  They were married in 1958.  Born in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Souren and Elise (Kasparian) Eranosian.

After graduating from Bryant College with a degree in accounting, Ed served two years...

Jun 14, 2023

Antoinette Marie (Gonnelli) Tanzi went to be with her Savior Jesus on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. She and her precious late husband Richard Tanzi enjoyed 58 years of marriage and raised three daughters - Deborah, Denise & Bernice. After Dad retired, their pastimes were gardening, sailing, bird watching and occasionally dining out. Through the ups and downs of life...

Jun 14, 2023

90, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at his home.

He was born on June 17, 1932 in San Pier Niceto, Sicily, Italy he was a son of the late Antonio and Concetta (Moraca) Previte.

He leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Geraldine (Grelle) Previte; his 2 daughters, Robin Renzi and her...

Jun 14, 2023

Elizabeth A. Holihen, 86 of Cranston passed away peacefully  Wednesday June 14, 2023. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Alphonse and Beatrice (Cardilli) Soscia. She was the wife of the late William Holihen.

Elizabeth work at CVS Pharmacy for many years as a Pharmacy Technician. Her greatest passion however would be her love...

Jun 14, 2023

88, of West Kingston passed away peacefully after being surrounded by her loving family in her final days.

She leaves her children, Diane, Tammie and Michael; grandchildren, Joseph, David and Christine; and great-grandchildren, Alexi, Angelo and Eva.

Michelina was the matriarch of the family, and loved to host family gatherings.  She was a great cook...

Jun 13, 2023

72, of Wakefield, passed away on June 13, 2023.  He was the beloved husband of Nancy M. (Conte) James for thirty-seven years.

Born on the Chelsea Naval Station Base in MA, he was the son of the late William and Rebecca (Barondon) James.

Mr. James received two Master’s Degrees from the University of Rhode Island...

Jun 12, 2023

81, of Johnston, passed away on Monday, June 12, 2023.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Norman and Anna (Simone) Belanger.  She is survived by her loving sons, Christopher Sanders and Steve Sanders both of Johnston; cherished grandchildren Cara Sanders, Christopher Sanders Jr., Kenneth Sanders; dear brother Norman Belanger of Connecticut.

Shirley worked...

Jun 11, 2023

50, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023.  He was born in Quincy, MA a son of Frank and Jane (May) Durante of Hanson, MA.   Besides his parents, he is survived by his former wife, Jolene Durante and his loving children: Anthony and Vincent Durante of Cranston.  Derek was the brother of the late: Tracey May Durante....

Jun 11, 2023

Lila Josephine (Guzzo) Palazzo, 95, passed away peacefully with family at Villa De San Antonio in San Antonio, Texas on June 11, 2023.  Lila was born on November 20, 1927 in Providence, Rhode Island to the late Peter Guzzo and Anna (Iacchei) Guzzo.  She was the loving wife of the late A. Eric Palazzo, who passed away in Providence,...

Jun 10, 2023

98, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning June 10, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Giuseppe and Concetta (Spirito) Tuccinardi.

She was born on February 13, 1925, in Itri, Italy. Raffaela was the beloved wife of the late Giuseppe Ialongo for 61 years prior to his passing in 2020. Raffaela and her husband...

Jun 10, 2023

Gloria A. (DiTroia) Capobianco, 87 years old of Johnston, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023. She was the beloved wife of Angelo Capobianco for 66 years. Born on March 16th,1936, in Providence, she was the daughter of Giuseppe and Rose (Pazienza) DiTroia, and stepdaughter of Rose (Palazzo) DiTroia. She was also the caring older sister of the late...

Jun 10, 2023

81, of Cranston, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at RI Hospital, Providence. Patricia was the beloved wife of the late John “Jack” DeFusco Jr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Laurence Ryan Sr., and Dorothy (Clark) Ryan. Mrs. DeFusco worked for the US Postal Service for over 20 years, retiring as the branch...

Jun 9, 2023

Carmine Orazio Cece, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully, June 9, 2023, surrounded by his adoring family. Restaurateur for over 50 years; Carmine’s Sub Shop; Contractor of beautiful homes in Western Cranston, R.I., as well as an entrepreneur. Born and raised in Castelnuovo Parano, Pr. Frosinone, Italy on September 14, 1932. Carmine took great pride in feeding...

Jun 7, 2023

ROCCHIO, PASQUALE “PAT”  88, of Johnston, RI, passed away on Wednesday June 7, 2023 at Phillip Hulitar Inpatient Center of Providence RI surrounded by his loving family .  He was the beloved husband of 66 years to Lena (Spicuzza) Rocchio.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Michael and Mary (Padien) Rocchio.

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Jun 7, 2023

82, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at HopeHealth Hospice, Providence. He was the beloved husband of the late Aura Marina (Figueros) Giron. Born in Guatemala, he was a son of the late Floriano and Maria (Migoya) Giron.

Antonio immigrated to New York from Guatemala in 1969 where he began working...

Jun 6, 2023

75, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.  He was the beloved husband of Rosemary (Calvino) Napolillo for fifty-three years.

Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Santo and Anna (Valcarenghi) Napolillo.

Mr. Napolillo graduated from Cranston High School East in 1965 and served in...

Jun 5, 2023

83, of Saunderstown passed away on June 5, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.  She was the beloved wife of Joseph R. Celeberto for sixty-two years.

Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Madeline (Pannello) Traficante.

Mrs. Celeberto worked in research AVP for Citizens Bank for thirty-nine years before retiring....

Jun 4, 2023

LEO W. DeROUIN, SR.

91, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2023. He was the beloved husband for 67 years to the late Angela A. (DiNezza) DeRouin. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Amedee and Blanche (Monast) DeRouin.

Besides his wife, Leo was the devoted and loving father of ...

Jun 3, 2023

75, of Cranston passed away peacefully at his home on June 3, 2023.  He was the beloved husband of Gloria “Chavica” L. (Gaitan) Mata for fifty-three years.

Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, he was a son of the late Ricardo and Olga (Fabre) Mata. Dito emigrated to the United States in the early 1980’s to raise his family...

Jun 2, 2023

Steven P. Derderian, 63, of North Providence, passed away on Friday, June 2, 2023.  He leaves behind his niece Alexandra C. Derderian-Clavette and her husband Alan Clavette, nephew Christopher A. Derderian, and his sister-in-law Teresa L. Derderian. He was the son of the late Vic and Kay Derderian and brother of the late Ben Derderian.

Steven came...