Carmine J. Vallese, 79, of Narragansett, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by the love of his life, Barbara D'Amore Vallese. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Joseph and Josephine (Sisto) Vallese.
Carmine was a 1959 graduate of Mount Pleasant High School. He earned his bachelor's degree and then his master's degree at URI in 1965. He began his working career as a software engineer for Computer Devices International. During his 20-year tenure with the company, he was named Program Market Manager of the Year 5 times, 100% Club Winner 13 times and Summit Club Winner 2 times. Carmine continued his professional career as a professor of math, having taught at URI, CCRI and Johnson & Wales University.
A decorated Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, Carmine served as Captain of the Army Corp where he was awarded the Bronze Star and Vietnam Service Medal. As a veteran himself, he committed to supporting many community service...