EVELYN B. ROSSI (ZANNINI), 95, a long time resident of Providence, passed away Friday, October 23, 2015 at Home & Hospice Care of RI. She was the wife of the late Pasquale “Pat” Rossi. Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Luigi and Antonetta (Palumbo) Zannini.
Mrs. Rossi, along with her husband, owned and operated for many years the former Allens Pharmacy in East Providence. She was known for her inexhaustible energy and enthusiasm in everything she did. An outgoing personality who thrived being around people, with Evelyn, there was never a dull moment. She was always concerned for others and was first to help those in need. Always known as a wonderful cook, she was also a very talented seamstress. Her family will never forget the warm love she gave each day of her life and most especially her love for children.
A loving and devoted mother and grandmother, she is survived by her two sons, Thomas E. Rossi of Massachusetts and Robert V. Rossi and his wife Linda of North Smithfield; four grandchildren, Jennifer Rossi, Nathan Northup, Nicholas F. Rossi and Joseph E. Rossi; and two great grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Vincent, Anthony, Henry and Joseph Zannini.
Her funeral and burial were private.