John V. Roch, Sr.
Jul 13, 2016
John V. Roch, Sr., 47, of North Providence, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 13, 2016. He was the beloved husband of Cathy (Rivera) Roch for 26 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of Gilles and Celia (Esposito) Roch. John had worked as a self-employed landscaper before becoming a cook at Providence College. Besides his wife...
Maurice L. "Moe" Bailey
Jul 12, 2016
Maurice L. "Moe" Bailey, 75, of Marion, NY, formally of Barrington, RI died at his home peacefully surrounded by his family on July 12, 2016. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth "Betty" (Littlefield) Bailey; his sons, James Bailey, Anthony Bailey and his wife Julie; and daughter, Kerri (Bailey) Baeder of NY. He was predeceased by his son Jeffrey. He...
Ida Balassone
Jul 4, 2016
Ida (Bertoldi) Balassone, 88, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 4, 2016 at Hopkins Manor Ltd. She was the wife of the late Panfilo Balassone. Born in Sulmona, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Maria (Imperatore) Bertoldi. Mrs. Balassone worked for Crest Craft for many years before retiring. She was an avid New England Patriots Fan....
Edith G. Montaquila
Jun 23, 2016
Edith G. Montaquila (Gagnon) 72, of Coventry, passed away on Thursday, June 23, 2016. She was the beloved wife of Arnold Montaquila, Esq. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Rose (Bellano) Gagnon. In September 2010, Edith retired as the first Business Manager for Holy Apostles Church, Cranston in order to be a full time...
John J. O'Brien
Jun 20, 2016
John J. O'Brien, 85, of North Providence, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 20, 2016 at the home of his daughter and son-in-law. He was the beloved husband of the late June F. (Tucker) O’Brien. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late William and Bridget (Barry) O’Brien. Mr. O'Brien worked as Director of Human Services for Benny’s...
Antonetta Ricci
Jun 19, 2016
Antonetta (Ricci) Ricci, 100, of Providence, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 19, 2016. She was the wife of the late Armando A. Ricci. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Pasquale and Angela (Matteo) Ricci. Mrs. Ricci worked for Rhode Island Hospital Central Transport for 31 years before retiring. She is survived by her four children,...
Lena Mansolillo
Jun 12, 2016
Lena Mansolillo, 87, of Providence, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, June 12, 2016. She was the beloved wife of the late Domenic J. Mansolillo. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Luigi and Felicia (Russo) Diano. Mrs. Mansolillo worked for the State of Rhode Island School Lunch Program before retiring. A loving...
Amalia T. Annese
Jun 11, 2016
AMALIA T. ANNESE (PIROZZI), 88, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, June 11, 2016. She was the beloved wife of the late Odosco Annese. Born in Medford, Ma., she was a daughter of the late Gino and Amalia (Pitta) Pirozzi. Amalia was an executive secretary for Deloitte, Haskins & Sells for many years before...
Dorothy Ann DeAngelis
Jun 11, 2016
DOROTHY A. DeANGELIS, 61, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Hope Hospice and Palliative Care on Saturday, June 11, 2016. Born in Providence, she was a loving daughter of Dorothy L. DeAngelis (Pieranunzi) and the late Anthony DeAngelis, Jr. Dorothy worked in the deli department at Stop & Shop, Johnston for many years. Besides her mother, she...
Gloria Cardello
Jun 10, 2016
Gloria Cardello (DeStefano), 81, of North Providence, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, June 10, 2016. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Cardello. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Catherine (Giardiello) DeStefano. She is survived by her loving children, Michael Cardello and his wife Anne, Joseph Cardello...
James "Rocky" Vota
May 31, 2016
JAMES “ROCKY” VOTA, 64, of North Providence, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2016. He was the beloved husband of Ernestine (Ascoli) Vota for 38 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Edith (Chace) Vota. Mr. Vota worked for the Providence School Department for many years before retiring. He was an avid New York Yankees and New...
Jennifer R. Palumbo
May 23, 2016
JENNIFER R. (SMITH) PALUMBO, 41, of North Providence, passed away at home on Monday, May 23, 2016. She was the beloved wife of Anthony R. Palumbo. Born in Providence, she was the loving daughter of Richard and Mary (Cote) Smith. Jennifer was a special education Teacher for the East Providence School Department before retiring. Besides her husband and parents she...
Teresa Ann Wills
May 23, 2016
Teresa A. Wills, 57, of Warwick, passed away on Monday, May 23, 2016 at Rhode island Hospital. She was the daughter of Floyd "Hall" and Eleanor (Ragosta) McNeil. Besides her parents, she is survived by her son, Anthony Zelano and brothers, Mark and Neil "Ernie" McNeil. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday,...
Anna D. Boschetti
May 22, 2016
Anna D. Boschetti (DiRuzzo), 82, of North Providence, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 22, 2016. She was the beloved wife of Louis A. Boschetti. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Arduino and Adelina (Paris) DiRuzzo. Anna enjoyed being a stay at home mom. When her children were grown, she pursued courses to further her education...
Lucy DelBonis
May 18, 2016
Lucy (Giorgi) DelBonis, 94, of Providence, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, May 18, 2016. She was the wife of the late Frank P. DelBonis and the mother of the late Frank A. DelBonis. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Eleuterio and Rocca (Gemma) Giorgi. Mrs. DelBonis worked at Jal Creations and Berkshire Place...
Anne Scarpellino
May 16, 2016
Anne Scarpellino, 90, of North Providence, passed away Monday, May 16, 2016 at Home. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Michele and Maria (Checchia) Scarpellino. Ms. Scarpellino had worked for The Outlet Company before retiring. She is survived by her two brothers, Anthony Scarpellino and Peter Scarpellino. She was the sister of the late John, Vincent...
Sandra Santagata
May 13, 2016
Sandra M. Santagata (Souza), 59, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 13, 2016 at Greenville Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation. She was the beloved wife of Anthony L. Santagata Jr. They were happily married for 39 years. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Eugene and Mary (Pacheco) Souza. Besides her husband, she is survived by her loving...
Ron Mutton
May 11, 2016
Ron Mutton, 81, of North Providence, passed away on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center. He will, however, continue to live in the hearts and minds of so many, from his family and friends and even to those with whom he had brief meaningful encounters. He was the beloved husband of Norma Orzel, with whom he...
Orlando Giarusso
May 6, 2016
Orlando Giarusso, 86, of North Providence, passed away Friday, May 6, 2016. He was the beloved husband of Gloria F. (Barbato) Giarusso for 62 years. Born in Johnston, he was the son of the late John and Marianna (Pompa) Giarusso. Mr. Giarusso was an Army Veteran of the Korean War. Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Steven...
Christopher A. Ricci
May 1, 2016
CHRISTOPHER A. RICCI, 56, of Smithfield, RI, died unexpectedly on May 1, 2016. He was the son of Ronald R. Ricci Sr. and the late Joan E. Ricci. He leaves behind his beloved son, Giancarlo, his brothers, Ronald Jr., Mark, and Philip, his sister, Eleanor, his long time girlfriend, Leela Mullahoo, Leela’s daughter and Chris’s “best friend,” Shivani, and his...