Joan A. Ursillo
Feb 26, 2020
Joan A. Ursillo, 81, of Johnston, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Frank Ursillo. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late John and Florence (Cardillo) Danella. Joan worked for Aipso Insurance many years before retiring. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, whom she...
William M. DeSantis
Feb 20, 2020
William M. DeSantis, 81, of Johnston, passed away peacefully at Elmhurst Extended Care on Thursday, February 20, 2020. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Frank A. and Angelina (Corsi) DeSantis. Bill worked for Richard's Clothing, Gerber Jewelry, Narragansett Brewery, Procap and was a manager for Louttit Laundry, before retiring. He attended Central High School and served in the...
Valerie G. Celentano
Feb 17, 2020
Valerie G. Celentano "Val", 71, of North Providence, passed away Monday, February 17, 2020 at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center surrounded by her loving family. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Vincenzo and Harriet (Szawerda) Celentano. Valerie was the Executive Director of the Rhode Island Dental Association for over 40 years. As a single mom, she graduated...
Christopher D. Smith
Feb 12, 2020
Christopher D. Smith, 52, of North Providence, peacefully passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence. He was surrounded by his family and friends. He was the beloved husband of Robin L. (Mungo) Smith. Born in Providence, he was the son of Alice M. (O'Rourke) and the late Charles A.F. Smith Jr Christopher was a...
Carl R. Ruggiero
Feb 10, 2020
Carl Robert Ruggiero, of Cranston, passed away at the age of 77 at Roger Williams Medical Center on February 10, 2020. Son of the late Carmine and Celia (Mastantuono) Ruggiero, Carl grew up in the heart of Federal Hill amidst hundreds of Italian families who ignited his lifelong love of the Italian language and culture. Carl was a natural teacher...
Phillip J. DeVito
Feb 8, 2020
Phillip J. DeVito, 102, passed away Saturday, February 8, 2020 at Morgan Health Center in Johnston. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary Palazzo. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late John and Filomena (Russo) DeVito. Phil was a foreman at Gem Craft Jewelry Manufacturing. He loved being outdoors and working in his yard. He...
Loretta M. DeBerardis
Feb 6, 2020
Born in Providence, RI Resided in Providence, Johnston, RI and West Palm Beach, Florida Loretta DeBerardis, 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 6, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Loretta was one of five children born to the late Michael and Mary D´Ambra of Johnston, RI. She was married to her beloved late husband Henry (Ricky) DeBerardis for almost...
Angela Del Signore
Jan 29, 2020
Angela Del Signore, 64, of Providence, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. Born in Providence, she was the loving and cherished daughter of Hugo and Dora (DiCenso) Del Signore. Angela attended The Piccillo Center for many years. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her brother, Joseph Del Signore and his wife Jennifer; her aunts and uncles,...
Carmelo Costantino
Jan 29, 2020
Carmelo "Carmen" Costantino, 80, of Westerly, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at Westerly Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Camille (DiCarlo) Costantino. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Salvatore and Carmela (Rao) Costantino. Carmen was a United States Marine Veteran. He worked in the engineering department at Pratt & Whitney for 40 years. Besides...
Carmine Zarli
Jan 26, 2020
Carmine Zarli, 86, of Johnston, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Cherry Hill Manor in Johnston. He was the beloved husband of the late Dora (Gelsomino) Zarli. Born in San Vittore, Provence of Lazio, Italy, he was the son of the late Giuseppe and Pasqua Rosa (Forte) Zarli. Carmine emigrated to the United States in 1962 with his new...
Kenneth P. Chille
Jan 25, 2020
Kenneth P. Chille, 76, of North Providence, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 25, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Lila (Buttaro) Chille for 55 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Peter and Esther (Palumbo) Chille. Ken devoted 46 years of sprinkler engineering to Simplex Grinnell and served as...
Frank A. Marsella
Jan 24, 2020
Frank A. Marsella, 57, of Johnston, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 24, 2020. Born in Providence, he was the son of Angelo and Sandra (DelNigro) Marsella of Johnston. Frank spent his career working on cars, from mechanics to body work, to painting. In his free time he enjoyed fishing and spending time with friends and family. In addition to...
Cynthia M. Corsi
Jan 24, 2020
Cynthia M. Corsi (Capalbo), 51, passed away Friday, January 24, 2020 at The Miriam Hospital. She was the loving wife of Stephen Corsi. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Giuseppe Capalbo and Rose Marie (Cambio) Capalbo. Cynthia was an educator at Comprehensive Community Action Program. She had a passion for educating children. In addition to her husband and parents she...
Armando Groccia
Jan 19, 2020
Armando Groccia, 95, of North Providence, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2020 at Golden Crest Nursing Centre. He was the beloved husband of Rose (Ciolli) Groccia for 68 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Natale and Concetta (Nigri) Groccia. An Army veteran of WWII, Armando owned and operated the former Eagle Floor Servicing Company. He...