Olga Guccione
Feb 17, 2025
Olga Guccione, 103, of North Providence, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025. She was the wife of the late Palmo J. Guccione. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Federico and Michelina (Tagliaferro) Patriarca.
Olga is survived by her three children, one daughter, Linda Guccione; two sons, Joseph Guccione and Gerald Guccione and his wife Judy; her two...
Frances Sotolongo
Feb 16, 2025
Frances M. Sotolongo, 77, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence. She was the wife of the late Thomas Zona.
She is survived by her sisters, Patricia Romano, Deborah Sullivan-Tamboe, Laura McNulty and Jacqueline Sullivan Andre.
Visitation will be Friday, February 21, 2025, from 3-4 p.m., at the Maceroni Funeral Home, 1381...
Laura Sherlock
Feb 12, 2025
Laura A.G. Sherlock (Gattegno), 69, of Johnston, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the beloved wife of William “Bill” Sherlock. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Phillip and Doris (Binns) Gattegno.
Laura spent her professional life working in Office Management first at Travelers Insurance; Mass Mutal and later at Met-Life Insurance...
Paul Speakman
Feb 12, 2025
Paul Speakman, 72, of North Providence passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's. Paul is survived by his wife of 51 years, Kathleen (Farrell), two sons, Christopher (Lis) grandchildren, Oliver and Liliana; and Benjamin (Diana), grandchildren, Anden, Lana, Adrian and Luka; three sisters, Irene, Mary (Zan) and Rita, one brother Charles (Dorothy) and his in-laws, Michael (Cynthia), Diane...
Anthony J. Ricci
Feb 11, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony J. Ricci, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, teacher, and friend, who peacefully passed away at the age of 90 at his home, surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Providence, the son of the late Cosmo and Laura (Scotti) Ricci.
Anthony was a proud Veteran of the United...
Gail Carello
Feb 11, 2025
Gail (DiSanto) Carello, 86, of Providence, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. She was the beloved wife of Anthony (Tony) Carello for 65 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Augustino “Christy” and Mary (Piedolati) DiSanto.
She was the loving mother of three children, Cindy Iascone and her...
Joan Falcone
Feb 11, 2025
Joan H. Falcone, 85, of Lincoln, passed away on Tuesday February 11, 2025. She was the wife of the late Michael D. Falcone. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late John B. and Rose (Denett) Gormly.
She was employed in the banking industry as a teller and in the customer service for thirty-five years. Joan liked traveling and...
Cosimo LePera
Jan 28, 2025
It is with profound sadness that the family of Cosimo LePera, 87, of Providence, announces his passing on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. His life and legacy had a significant and far-reaching impact from the United States to Italy. He fought valiantly until the end to remain with his beloved wife of 61 years, Giovanna Aiello LePera. Born in Acri, Cosenza,...
Beverly Palombo
Jan 22, 2025
Beverly A. Palombo, 72, of North Providence, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Morgan Health Center. She was the wife of the late Frank Palombo. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Salvatore “Charlie” Ferranti and Theresa (Rego) Ferranti.
Beverly worked alongside her family at Modern Paper Box for many years, before retiring. She was an...
Alfred Browning
Jan 10, 2025
Alfred H. Browning, 89, of Smithfield, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth Ann (Zanni) Browning for 60 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Sonny and Florence (Lawson) Browning.
Al was the proud owner and...
Gloria Giarusso
Jan 8, 2025
Gloria F. Giarusso, 93, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Orlando Giarusso. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Giovanni and Rosina (Filella) Barbato.
A loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she is survived by her son, Steven Giarusso and his wife Kathryn; her sister, Frances Soccio; four...
Robert L. Mello
Jan 3, 2025
Robert “Bob” Mello, 88, of Providence, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Dolores (Matteo) Mello for 65 years. Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late Manuel and Yvonne (Provencher) Mello.
Bob was a proud veteran of the Korean War, serving in the U.S. Army with...
Joyce Rizzo
Dec 31, 2024
Joyce E. (Ritz) Rizzo, 83, of West Warwick, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late John (Rizzo) Ritz and the late Ida (Vescuso) Ritz.
Joyce was employed by the University of Rhode Island for 18 years before retiring. She was a devout catholic her entire life and...
Salvatore Caparelli
Dec 31, 2024
Salvatore D. Caparelli, Jr., 62, of Johnston, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Beth (Antico) Caparelli. Born in Providence, he was the son of Genevieve (Robbio) Lanni and the late Salvatore D. Caparelli.
Sal was employed by the Narragansett Bay Commission for over 30yrs! Sal was loved by many...
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...