Nicholas A. Piti
Jun 20, 2024
Nicholas Anthony Piti, 80, of Venice, Florida, passed away on June 20, 2024, after a prolonged illness. He was the son of the late Joseph and Theresa (Barresi) Piti.
Nick was born in Providence, Rhode Island and enlisted in the US Army from 1961-1965, following his father and Uncle Nate. He was stationed in Southeast Asia from 1962-1964. As a communications...
Christine Zannelli
Jun 14, 2024
Christine A. Zannelli, 71, of Johnston, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, June 14, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Richard Zannelli for fifty years.
Born in Providence on October 13, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Florie and Artemisia (Santini) Coia. Christine graduated from Rhode Island College with a Bachelor’s Degree...
Barbara Rich
Jun 8, 2024
Barbara E. Rich, 84, of West Warwick, passed away on Saturday June 8, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Gary Rich. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Josephine (Caruso) Comprone.
Barbara is survived by her five children, Kevin M. Rich, Dennis J. Rich, Doreen M. Rich, Dana...
Walter Tarantino
Jun 2, 2024
Walter R. Tarantino, Esq., 78, of North Providence, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 2, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Maureen (MacLaughlin) Tarantino for 44 years. Born in Brockton, he was the son of the late John and Eileen (Wall) Tarantino.
Walter practiced law at the Law Offices of Walter R. Tarantino,...
Cora Lonardo
May 31, 2024
Cora G. Lonardo, 100, of Providence, passed away on her 100th birthday peacefully at home on Friday, May 31, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Lawrence “Larry” Lonardo. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Attilio and Carolina (Gianfrancesco) Costantino.
Cora worked for Crownmark for many years before retiring. A true matriarch, she loved spending quality...
Sgt. Owen O'Neill, Jr.
May 28, 2024
Sgt. Owen F. O'Neill, Jr. (Ret. P.P.D.), 90, of Providence, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Tina (Argentina Fiorentini) O'Neill. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Owen O'Neill, Sr. (Ret. P.P.D) and Elizabeth (Melville) O'Neill.
Owen served on the Providence Police Department for 35 years before retiring...
Constance Martel
May 9, 2024
Constance E. Martel, 91, passed away suddenly Thursday, May 9, 2024. She was the loving wife of the late Conrad H. "Buster" Martel. Born in Central Falls, she was the daughter of the late Henry J. and Loretta M (LaMarre) Daniel.
She worked at Texas Instruments as a cost accountant for many years before retiring. Connie proudly attended Bryant College where...
Paul DelVecchio
May 4, 2024
Paul D. DelVecchio Sr., 71, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Anthony and Anna (Ianiero) DelVecchio.
Paul owned and operated P. DelVecchio Remodeling for many years before he retired. Carpentry wasn’t just a job for him, it was his passion. He was a “ Jack of all...
Harriet M. Dexter
Apr 27, 2024
Harriet M. Dexter, 78, of North Providence, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Doris (Andrews) Dexter.
Harriet worked in the insurance industry as an underwriter for many companies such as Allendale, Lexington and A.I.G. for many years before retiring in 2010.
She was the...
Gloria R. Melino
Apr 27, 2024
Gloria Melino, 92, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 27, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late John Melino. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Maggiacomo) Viti.
A devout Catholic, Gloria was a faithful parishioner of St. Adalbert’s Church. She was also very active in the Providence and Cranston Senior Centers, where she loved playing BINGO with her friends and...
Frank Florio Sr.
Apr 24, 2024
Frank Florio Sr., 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Antonio and Amelia (Dionisi) Florio.
Frank worked as a jewelry designer for many years, before retiring. A horse racing enthusiast, he owned and raced his horses at Lincoln Downs. He also enjoyed coaching North Providence Little League Baseball.
He is...
Salvatore Caprio
Apr 23, 2024
Salvatore C. Caprio, 92, formerly of Johnston, passed away peacefully, of natural causes, at his daughter's home, on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Edna M. (Morsilli) Caprio for 64 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Raffaele and Adeline (Gizzarelli) Caprio.
Mr. Caprio worked as...
Anna B Trabucco
Apr 17, 2024
Anna C. Trabucco, 103, died Wednesday at the Golden Crest Nursing Centre in North Providence. She was the wife of the late Carl A. Trabucco and mother of the late Lawrence Trabucco. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Felix and Elvira Scolardi.
Anna was a devoted wife and mother. She worked at Calart Flowers where she was an...
Derek J. Ewings
Apr 16, 2024
Derek J. Ewings, 53, of North Providence, passed away on Tuesday April 16, 2024, at home. Born in Providence, he was the son of Willie J. Ewings and the late Regina (Davis) Ewings - Kimball. Derek was the stepson of Joyce H. Lussier.
He was still employed as a cook at the Steere House Nursing and Rehabilitation, Providence.
Derek also leaves three sisters,...
Edward G. Bishop, Jr.
Apr 10, 2024
Edward G. Bishop Jr., 84, of West Warwick, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Marilyn L. (Ruzzo) Bishop for an incredible 61 years. Born in Providence and raised in Cranston, he was the son of the late Edward and Catherine (Juszczak) Bishop.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by...
Filomena "Phyllis" (Macedonio) Altieri
Mar 31, 2024
Filomena "Phyllis" (Macedonio) Altieri, 92, passed away at Cherry Hill Manor on Sunday, March 31, 2024. She was the wife of the late Anthony Altieri, Jr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late John and Maria (Corsetti) Macedonio.
She was a devoted wife, mother and catholic. She dedicated her life to family, leading with hard work and honesty....
Nancy K. Mancini
Mar 30, 2024
Nancy K. Mancini, 68, of North Providence, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at home. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Julian H. and Johanna (Gastager) Bagenski.
She was a sales associate at Scott Volkswagen before retiring.
Nancy leaves two daughters, Dana M. Candage (husband Richard) and Andrea L. Mancini; one sister, Dianne Newton; and two brothers,...
Gary R. Howarth
Mar 25, 2024
Gary Reed Howarth, 57, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2024 in Providence RI. He was the beloved husband of Jeanne M. (Stanzione) Howarth, and father to Haley L. Howarth. Gary was the youngest child of the late Robert E. Howarth Jr. (Ret. P.P.D.), and the late Virginia B. (Fontaine) Howarth.
Gary grew up in Pawtucket and graduated from St. Raphael Academy. While in high school he met the love of his life Jeanne M. Stanzione. They became inseparable, later married and had their daughter Haley Howarth.
Gary worked as a self...
Celestino "Charlie" Martuccelli
Mar 24, 2024
Celestino "Charlie" Martuccelli, age 96, of Warwick, passed away peacefully on Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Gemma (Feole) Martuccelli. Born in Roccamonfina, Italy, he was the son of the late Antonio and Raffaela (D'Attorre) Martuccelli. Celestino was a graduate of the University of Naples. After immigrating to the United...
Kathleen Magro
Mar 24, 2024
Kathleen A. Magro, 59, passed away at Rhode Island Hospital on Sunday, March 24, 2024. She was the beloved wife of Anthony Magro for 39 years. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of Claire (Hourihan) Brassil and the late Charles Brassil.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her four children, Francis Magro, Christina Evans and her husband...