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...
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...