Frank Russo
Jan 21, 2021
Frank Russo, Jr., 58, of North Providence, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2021 after a long illness. Born in Providence, he was the son of Miriam (Cimorelli) Russo and the late Frank Russo, Sr. Frank was a mortgage and real estate investor and was a 1981 graduate of LaSalle Academy. He enjoyed being with his family, particularly spending his summers...
Eleanor Moore
Jan 19, 2021
Eleanor C. Moore (Lombardi-Simonelli), 90, passed away peacefully at home January 19, 2021. She was the wife of the late U.S Navy Serviceman, Roy E. Moore. Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Pasquale and Alfonsina (Francazio) Simonelli. She was the beloved mother of Robert Lombardi and wife Linda, David Lombardi, Michael Lombardi and wife Ruth, Stephen...
Loretta May DeFedele
Jan 18, 2021
Loretta M. DeFedele (Morrone), 86, of Smithfield, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021 at Roger Williams Medical Center. She was the wife of the late Joseph DeFedele Sr. Born in Central Falls, she was the daughter of the late Genaro and Laurette (Bessette) Morrone. A loving and devoted mother and grandmother, she is survived by her 8 children, Joseph DeFedele...
Barbara R. Spaziano
Jan 16, 2021
Barbara R. Spaziano (Mirarchi), 85, of North Providence, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 16, 2021 with her loving daughter by her side. She was the wife of the late Richard J. Spaziano. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Vincenzo and Lucia (Catalano) Mirarchi. Born in Providence, RI, Barbara's family ventured to Sicily to see relatives...
Anthony Joseph Ferri
Jan 13, 2021
Command Sergeant Major Anthony J. Ferri, Jr., aged 93, died on January 12, 2021. A life-long resident of Providence, RI, he is survived by his wife of 70 years, Norma; his son, Anthony, and his wife, Linda; his grandchildren Steven, Lauren, Penny and Kelly; his 3 great-grandchildren Landon, Liam and Brooke; his niece Linda and nephews Vincent, Richard and Anthony....
Frank Vescera
Jan 12, 2021
Frank Vescera, 90, of North Providence, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, January 12, 2021. He was the beloved husband of AnnaMarie "Marie" (DeAngelis) Vescera for the past 64 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Nicola and Domenica (Cappabianca) Vescera. A talented sign painter, Frank owned and operated the Armory Sign Company and later worked...
Amanda Marie Paolucci
Jan 9, 2021
Amanda M Paolucci, 36, of North Providence, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at home. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Alan Paolucci and Julianne (D'Arezzo) Iasimone. Amanda was a hair stylist at Fantastic Sams in Johnston. She loved her family, friends, cats and baby sitting for her nieces. She had just completed her CNA Certification...
Antonetta M. Grande
Jan 8, 2021
Antonetta M. Grande (Paolucci), 88, of Providence, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 8, 2021. She was the beloved wife of the late George Grande for 68 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Domenic and Pasqualina (D'Agostino) Paolucci. A loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother, she is survived by her four children, Christine...
Corrinne Matera
Jan 6, 2021
Corrinne Matera (Zuchero), 92, of North Providence, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Landmark Medical Center. She was the wife of the late Domenic J. Matera. Born in Warwick, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Gabriella (Campopiano) Zuchero. She is survived by her son, Richard J. Matera; her daughter, Cory M. Matera; three grandchildren; and six...
Richard Frank DeRobbio
Jan 4, 2021
Richard F. DeRobbio, 85, of Cranston, passed away Monday, January 4, 2021 at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Angelo and Gesualda (Castaldi) DeRobbio. Richard graduated from LaSalle Academy and received a Master's Degree in Education from Providence College. He taught English at Bristol and Portsmouth High Schools and was an Army Veteran...
Christopher DeSessa
Jan 2, 2021
Christopher DeSessa, 74, of Providence, passed away suddenly but peacefully on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Anthony "Teddy" DeSessa and Anna (Canzano) DeSessa. Chris was an Associate Professor of Travel and Tourism at Johnston & Wales Hospitality College for many years before retiring. He is survived by...
Irene D. Farnesi
Dec 30, 2020
Irene D. Farnesi (Gianetti), 92 of Lincoln, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2020 at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Lena (Frenze) Gianetti. She lived in Providence for over 60 years before moving to Lincoln. Irene was a faithful parishioner and choir member of Holy Cross Church in Providence for...
Gloria A. Sciarra
Dec 30, 2020
Gloria A. Sciarra (Piti), 76, of North Providence, passed away on December 30, 2020 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. She was the beloved wife of David Sciarra for 52 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Theresa (Barresi) Piti. Gloria worked as a dental receptionist for Barone Orthodontics for many years before retiring....
Robert A. DeAngelis
Dec 28, 2020
Robert A. DeAngelis, 80, of North Providence, passed away at St. Anne's Hospital on Monday, December 28, 2020. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Rocco and Jennie (Caparco) DeAngelis. Mr. DeAngelis served on the Barrington Police Department before becoming a narcotics officer for the State of Rhode Island - Division of Drug Control. He was an...
Rose M. Ketchel
Dec 28, 2020
Rose M. Ketchel (Iascone), 87, passed away at Westerly Hospital on Monday, December 28, 2020. She was the wife of the late Terry L. Ketchel. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Angelina (Nuvello) Iascone. Rose worked for General Electric Base Works in Providence for many years before retiring. A loving and devoted mother, grandmother...
Elsie R. Silva
Dec 28, 2020
Elsie Silva (BUCCI), passed away peacefully on Monday at the age of 95. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Angelina (Iannetta) and Peitro Bucci. She was the loving mother of Dolores Centracchio (Domenic) and Joyce Palmieri Traini (Anthony). Elsie was forever surrounded by the love of her 5 grandchildren, David and Donald Centracchio, Donna (Centracchio) Rizzo,...
Stanford L. Quick
Dec 27, 2020
Stanford "Stanley" Quick, 85, of Johnston, passed away at The Miriam Hospital on Sunday, December 27, 2020. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Glenn and Mary (Silva) Quick. Stanley worked for Fleet Construction in Cumberland before retiring. He was a member of Teamsters Local 251 and a lifetime member of Johnston Hose Company 3. He is...
Pauline T. Torregrossa
Dec 26, 2020
Pauline T. Torregrossa (Tomaselli), 90, of North Providence, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 26, 2020. She was the wife of the late Joseph A. Torregrossa. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Luigi and Pasqualina (Nicolorgio) Tomaselli. Mrs. Torregrossa earned her bachelor's degree from URI and worked for Fleet Bank for many years before retiring. Pauline...