Joseph Hopkins
Dec 28, 2024
Joseph P. Hopkins of North Providence, a devoted husband, uncle, and dedicated educator passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Maureen (DelVecchio) Hopkins for 48 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Patrick and Margaret (McGauley) Hopkins.
Mr. Hopkins graduated from LaSalle Academy, Providence College and earned his master’s degree at...
Vincent J. Piccirilli, Esq.
Dec 26, 2024
Vincent J. Piccirilli, Esq., 92, of Johnston RI, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024.
Vincent was born in Providence, RI to the late Serafino and Lucia (Renzi) Piccirilli. A graduate of Providence College and Boston University Law School, Vincent practiced law for more than 50 years, notably at the firms Nutini, Palombo & Piccirilli, and Piccirilli & Sciacca. Prior to...
Jennie George
Dec 22, 2024
Jennie George, 104, of North Providence, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024. She was the wife of the late Louis B. George. Born in East Providence, she was the daughter of the late Alfonso and Carmella (Sarcarito) Marcotrigiano.
A loving and devoted, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she is survived by her three children, Richard George and his wife, Leah, Beverly Harding...
Elena Tirocchi
Dec 20, 2024
Elena Tirocchi, 91, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 20, 2024. She was the wife of the late Anthony A. Tirocchi. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Edith (Teolis) Corrente.
A loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she is survived by her four daughters, Debbie Spaur, Elaine Van Tassel, Carolyn Tacelli and...
John Manzo
Dec 16, 2024
John P. Manzo, 83, of Johnston, passed away Monday, December 16, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of the late Patricia C. (Anderoli) Manzo. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Pasco and Angelina (Simoli) Manzo.
John worked at BJ’s Wholesale Club for the past 18 years.
He is survived by his daughters,...
John DiLorenzo
Dec 15, 2024
John DiLorenzo, 97, of North Providence, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of the late Fiorita (Chiodo) DiLorenzo. He is survived by his daughter, Lori DiLorenzo; son, John DiLorenzo and his wife Marisa, all from North Providence. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late...
Regina Sands
Dec 15, 2024
Regina Sands, 89, of North Kingstown, passed away on December 15, 2024 at Roberts Health Centre. She was the daughter of the late Richard and Anna (Stuhler) Heilmann. Born in Germany, she immigrated to the United States in the 1950s and married the late Donald Dean Sands of Amorita, Oklahoma. She is survived by her loving daughter, Violet Sands.
Regina, who...
Louis M. Marini
Dec 12, 2024
Louis M. Marini, 87, of North Providence, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Lucille (DeAngelis) Marini. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Louis and Mary (Cardegna) Marini.
Louis was known for his friendly demeanor, kindness and his smile and warmth he brought to every family gathering. He always prioritized his...
Dorothy Di Staolo
Dec 9, 2024
Dorothy “Dotty” DiStaolo, 89, of North Providence, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024, at Miriam Hospital in Providence. She was the wife of the late Nicholas C. DiStaolo. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Donato and Filomena (Grimaldi) Marcoccio.
Dotty served as the Deputy Town clerk for the Town of North Providence, retiring in 1997.
She is survived...
Ralph P. Fargnoli, Sr.
Dec 7, 2024
Ralph P. Fargnoli, Sr., passed away on December 7, 2024. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, to Joseph Fargnoli and Maria Julia (Sabetti) Fargnoli, he lived a life dedicated to service and family. He was a devoted communicant of St. Augustine's Church in Providence.
Ralph's devotion to his family was unwavering. He was the cherished husband of Phyllis A. Fargnoli, with whom...
Richard Van Nieuwenhuize, PhD
Dec 6, 2024
Richard Ernest Van Nieuwenhuize, fondly known as “Mr. Van,” passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024, at Brigham & Women’s Hospital. He was 79 years old.
A devoted husband to Carol A. (DeLuca) Van Nieuwenhuize, Richard shared 53 wonderful years of marriage with her. Born and raised in Providence, Rhode Island, Richard was the son of the late Albert and Marie-Jose...
Kenneth Marandola, Sr.
Dec 3, 2024
Kenneth Marandola Sr., 75, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, with his loving wife by his side. He was the beloved husband of Paula (DeRita) Marandola for 50 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Pasquale and Theresa (Turchetta) Marandola and was a life-long resident of North Providence.
Kenny began his electrical apprenticeship...
Lucille Minuto
Nov 27, 2024
Lucille Frances Minuto, formerly of North Providence, Rhode Island, was born on December 21, 1945, to Antonio and Lucia (Nassa) Minuto. Lucille ended her beautiful and purposeful life journey on November 27th, 2024, at East Gate Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in East Providence, Rhode Island.
She is survived by her brothers, Russell and Anthony Minuto, and his wife, Rose Minuto, and...
Ronald DiLibero, Sr.
Nov 26, 2024
Ronald A. DiLibero, Sr., 82, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Anthony and Erminia (Serrecchia) DiLibero.
Ron was a medical clerk at the VA Medical Center in Providence for over 40 years before retiring. He was a member of the Holy Name Society at Holy Ghost Church and a member...
Angelina Kloza
Nov 25, 2024
Angelina "Angie" Kloza, 97, of North Providence, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Chester Kloza for 54 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Alfonso and Angelina (DiRobbio) Chiaverini.
She is survived by her devoted daughter, Deborah Kloza. She was the sister of the late Guy Chiaverini, Ann...
Natalie Choquette
Nov 24, 2024
Natalie M. Choquette, 90, formerly of North Providence, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at the Friendly Nursing Home, Woonsocket. She was the wife of the late Robert B. Choquette. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Jennie (Bongiovanni) Catanese.
She was a bookkeeper at Linder Furniture before retiring.
Natalie leaves her son Robert A. Choquette...
Angelyn Masiello
Nov 21, 2024
Angelyn M. Masiello, 64 of Smithfield, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Mount St. Rita Health Centre in Cumberland, surrounded by her loving family, friends and clergy. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Anna “Anne” (Guidotti) Masiello. She was a communicant of St. Philip Church, Greenville.
Angelyn was employed at Citizens Bank for 40...
John DiMeo
Nov 15, 2024
John DiMeo of Smithfield, RI passed away peacefully on November 15, 2024, in his home at Stillwater Assisted Living. John is survived by his daughter Cheryl DiMeo and her husband Peter Loveley and by his son John DiMeo andhis wife Deborah. Besides being a loving father, he was a loving grandfather to Jamie (DiMeo) Dilorenzo, CarolineLoveley and Mary (Loveley) Hottin....
Joseph Annaldo
Nov 13, 2024
Joseph Annaldo, of Providence, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 91 years young surrounded by his closest family. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Arniboli “Nibbles” Annaldo and Elizabeth (Trofa) Annaldo. He was the husband of Gailia Rutan-Annaldo.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Linda Grant and Christopher Annaldo-Mignone...
Linda Ann Lombardi
Nov 12, 2024
Linda Ann Lombardi, 79, of North Providence, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. She was the beloved wife of The Honorable Valentino D. Lombardi, Esq. for 58 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Wilford and Mildred (Gladue) Dardeen.
Linda worked for Bank of America for many years before retiring. She was a loving and devoted...