Thomas Papa
Aug 6, 2025
Thomas A. Papa, 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Lois (Giorgi) Papa, with whom he built a life filled with love, commitment, and family. Lois and Tom were high school sweethearts at Mount Pleasant High School.
Born in Providence, Tom was the son of the late Rocco and Pearl...
Albert Colafrancesco
Aug 6, 2025
Albert Colafrancesco, 84, of Johnston and Lighthouse Point, FL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Ann (DelBonis) Colafrancesco, sharing a lifetime of love for over 60 years.
Born in Providence, Albert was the son of the late Giovanni and Angelina (DiFolco) Colafrancesco.
Albert spent his career working as a chef and manager for various...
Gina Valente
Aug 1, 2025
Gina E. Valente, 87, formerly of North Providence, passed away on Friday August 1, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital Jane Brown Unit, Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late David R. Valente. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Francisco and Raffaela (Riccardi) Rivera.
She was a supervisor in the jewelry industry for many years before retiring.
Gina leaves...
Dania Richardson
Jul 23, 2025
Dania A. Richardson, 73, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of the late Rafael Abreu and Carmen Sanchez.
Dania was a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and loving sister. She is survived by her three children: George Richardson and his wife Wanda, Herb Richardson and his wife Taila, and Danisa Richardson and her husband Rahul...
Mary Piccirillo
Jul 22, 2025
Mary (Lamantia) Piccirillo, 81, of North Scituate, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at The Miriam Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank Pasco Piccirillo.
Born in Providence in 1943, Mary was the daughter of the late Cosmo and Felicia (Giorgi) Lamantia.
Mary had worked alongside her late husband assisting him with his business. She also worked at...
Mary Tartaglione
Jul 20, 2025
Mary (Kimatian) Tartaglione, 78, of North Providence, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 20, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Angelo J. “Tony” Tartaglione. Born in Providence, Mary was the daughter of the late Sarkis “Mike” Kimatian and Grace (Morrissey) Kimatian.
Mary was everything a mother should and could be to her son, Paul Tartaglione, and...
Hilda C. DiMaria
Jul 20, 2025
Hilda C. DiMaria, 100, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Greenville Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Greenville. She was the wife of the late Angelo DiMaria. Born in Johnston, a daughter of the late Michael and Antoinetta (Acciardo) Perrotti.
She was a jewelry worker for Monet Jewelers for thirty years before retiring.
Hilda is survived by two children, A. Sharon Stott...
Loreen Corona - Russell
Jul 15, 2025
Loreen A. Corona - Russell, 72, of Warwick, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital surrounded by her loving daughter and family. She was the beloved wife of the late Michael Russell.
Loreen was born on July 3, 1953 in Providence, RI. She was the daughter of the late Pasco A. and Lucy M.(Amicarelli) Corona. Loreen was...
Beverly C. Courville
Jul 15, 2025
Beverly C. Courville, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on July 15, 2025, just one day shy of her 82nd birthday. Beverly was surrounded by her loved ones, providing comfort in her final moments and reflecting the deep connections she built throughout her life.
Born on July 16, 1943, Beverly was a proud graduate...
Mary DeSimone
Jul 14, 2025
Mary C. DeSimone, 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep, leaving behind a legacy of quiet strength, boundless love, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was the beloved wife of the late Anthony E. DeSimone, Esq., with whom she built a beautiful life grounded in deep values, lasting love, and an unbreakable commitment to family.
She is survived by her...
Juanita Mendoza
Jul 8, 2025
"El día 8 de julio de 2025, a las 6:52 a.m., falleció nuestra querida Juanita Mendoza Retana.Juanita, no estamos tristes por tu partida, sino que nos alegramos cada día más por cada momento que vivimos a tu lado. Tu recuerdo imborrable estará siempre con nosotros.Tus hermanos José, Brenda, Sandra y Eduardo Mendoza, tu amiga especial Johana Bonilla, tus sobrinos, tu...
Ann L. DiStefano
Jul 2, 2025
It’s incredibly hard for me to talk about this, but my mom recently passed away and left this world. And as much as I try to rationalize that she is now free of pain and suffering and in a better place it still hurts so much.
She had so many health issues that stole from her all the things she loved...
C. Nancy Irving
Jun 28, 2025
C. Nancy Irving, 72, of North Providence, RI, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 28, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family, whom she loved with all of her heart and soul. She was the cherished wife of Russell A. Irving for 40 years.
Born on December 7, 1952, in Providence, RI, Nancy was the daughter of the late Frank...
Norman 'Scott' Wiggins
Jun 27, 2025
Norman “Scott” Wiggins, 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 27, 2025, at home. He was the beloved husband of Nancy who cherished his kids. (Moran) Wiggins. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, a son of the late Harriet Wiggins.
He worked at Home Depot and Dave’s Market for many years before retiring.
Scott leaves one son, Jason Wiggins, one daughter, Melanie Morro, six...
Raymond Traversa
Jun 26, 2025
Raymond R. Traversa, 77, of Providence, was called to our lord on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at home in Providence. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Lorenzo and Mary (Rosa) Traversa.
Ray was a security guard for many years before retiring, and an avid weight lifting enthusiast.
Raymond leaves his twin brother Anthony L. Traversa and his wife...
Loraine A. Federici
Jun 26, 2025
Loraine A. Federici, 72, passed away peacefully on June 26 surrounded by her family who was her heart and the most important part of her life.
She was the beloved wife of Michael F. Federici for 48 years - a marriage rooted in faith and God’s love. Born in Providence, she was the cherished daughter of the late Ethel A. “Penny”...
Mary Trombetti
Jun 25, 2025
Mary (Gallo) Trombetti, 99, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Berkshire Place in Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Vincent S. Trombetti.
Born in Providence, Mary was the daughter of the late Joseph and Angelina (Fusco) Gallo.
She dedicated many years of service to the City of Providence School Department, where she worked in the Lunch...
Domenico Antico
Jun 21, 2025
Domenico J. Antico, 88, of North Providence, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at HopeHealth Hospice, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Elizabeth “Betty” (Collins) Antico, with whom he shared 66 wonderful years of marriage.
Born in Providence, Domenico was the son of the late Joseph and Nancy (Pezza) Antico. He proudly served his...
Jean M. Lauro
Jun 12, 2025
Jean M. (Rachiele) Lauro, 87, of Providence, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 12, 2025, surrounded by her devoted family. She was the cherished wife of the late Angelo R. Lauro, with whom she shared 65 wonderful years of marriage.
Born in Providence, Jean was the daughter of the late Ralph and Jean (Belluscio) Rachiele.
She leaves behind her four...
Anthony Bomba
Jun 8, 2025
Anthony C. Bomba, 92, of North Providence, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025, at Summit Commons Nursing & Rehab Center in Providence, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of the late Antonetta C. (Improta) Bomba.
Born on July 16, 1932, in Revere, Massachusetts, Anthony was the son of the late Carmino and Maria (Cerbone) Bomba. A...