OBITUARIES

Gloria Capuano

Gloria Capuano

Jul 2, 2024

Capuano, Gloria L. (Paolino), 97, longtime resident of Providence and more recently of East Greenwich, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 2, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late John L. Capuano for 67 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Giacomo (John) and Rosina (Rose) Paolino.

Gloria worked for...

Josephine C. Ferrante

Josephine C. Ferrante

Jun 30, 2024

Josephine Carmela Ferrante, 96, of North Providence, passed away peacefully on June 30. She was the daughter of Anthony and Mary Demarco (née Defusco) and the wife of the late Joseph Ferrante.

 Independent in spirit and full of life, Josephine was known for her passion for cooking—homemade ravioli, meatballs and gravy, and pizza were her specialties—and her gift for storytelling. She...

Marie Casalino

Marie Casalino

Jun 26, 2024

Marie "Teresa" Casalino (Copponi), 89, of North Providence, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Joseph A. Casalino. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Mary (Marchetti) Copponi.

She was a technical assistant for Amica Insurance Company. Her greatest passions included family, cooking, animals, watching professional...

Fulvia Coletta

Fulvia Coletta

Jun 25, 2024

 

Fulvia Laura Coletta, 92, of Cranston, RI, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late Ernesto and Gemma (Maitino) Coletta. 

Fulvia was a dedicated laundry worker for the State of Rhode Island for over 30 years. Fulvia had a heart of gold and was well loved by her entire family....

Paul Cedroni

Paul Cedroni

Jun 23, 2024

On Sunday June 23rd 2024, Paul Cedroni, loving husband and father, passed away at the age of 66 years old. He was surrounded in comfort by his family and friends.

Paul was born in Providence, Rhode Island to Salvatore and Evelyn (Fontaine) Cedroni. After high school, Paul lived in Florida for a time but returned home to Rhode Island and later...

Todd Smith

Todd Smith

Jun 21, 2024

Todd A. Smith, 54, of Johnston, passed away on Friday June 21, 2024, at home. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Dennis and Vincenza (Trombetti) Smith.

 He was a cook at Bishop Hill Tavern, Johnston. 

 Todd leaves a daughter Jiana M. Smith, a sister Tammy Miccoli and a brother Timothy Smith. He was the brother of the late...

Nicholas A. Piti

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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,...