Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Rhode Island Obituaries 09/30/08

  • Amaral, Beatrice (Cabral)

    AMARAL, BEATRICE (CABRAL), 88, of Swansea passed away on Saturday September 27, 2008 at the Crawford Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Fall River. She was the wife of the late Arthur Amaral Sr. Beatrice was born in Fall River the daughter of the late Manuel and Mary (Carreira) Cabral. She worked for the garment industry in Fall River for over forty years as a seamstress, retiring in 1982. Mrs. Amaral was a communicant of Saint John of God Church in Somerset. She enjoyed crocheting, puzzles, and…

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      • Bosworth, Marjorie R.

        BOSWORTH, MARJORIE R., 86, formerly of Becker St., died Saturday at Sunny View Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Charles R. Bosworth. Born in Providence she was a daughter of the late Edward N. and Bertha M. (Marx) Bube. Prior to her marriage she worked as a telephone operator and later in life worked for her sister-in-law at Dorothy Nunley Catering. She was a member of the Kent County YMCA Garden Club and she enjoyed maintaining her family's genealogy. She is survived by her son Frank H.…

        • Cairo, Jospeh J.

          CAIRO, JOSPEH J., 55, a lifelong Johnston resident passed away Saturday, September 27, 2008 at RI Hospital. He was the loving husband of Jeanie Cairo for 34 years. Born in Providence a son of the late Justino and Alba (Danti) Cairo. He was the loving brother of Debbie J. Cairo, and is also survived by his loving sons, Jeffrey M. Cairo and Brandon M. Cairo of Johnston and Joseph D. Cairo, daughter-in-law Heidi and granddaughter Laurenzcia of Chepachet. Joseph was self-employed in the jewelry business for…

          • Clark, Steven R.

            CLARK, STEVEN R., of West Warwick, RI passed away on Sunday morning September 28, 2008 with the comfort of his girlfriend at his side in his mother's home in Warwick, after a long battle with cancer. Born in Key West, FL on January 22, 1964 he was the son of Barbara Arnold and the stepson of Ronald Bailey of Warwick. Steven leaves behind his girlfriend of 10 years; Janet Storrs of CT. Steven was a graduate of Warwick Veterans Memorial High School, and the Rhode Island Trade Shops. He was a Certified…

            • Desourdy, Wilfred A.

              DESOURDY, WILFRED A., 76, of Village Drive, died September 28, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He was the husband of Irene (Pincins) Desourdy. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late Raymond and Delores (Berard) Desourdy. Wilfred worked for the Smithfield School Department for 18 years, before retiring. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. Besides his wife, he leaves two sons, Robert A. and Steven J. Desourdy, a grandson, David Desourdy, a sister, Blanche Marra and her husband Don and…

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                • Dugdale, William T.

                  DUGDALE, WILLIAM T., 77, of Providence Street, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, North Providence. He was the beloved husband of Rita M. (Valliere) Dugdale; the couple had been married for 55 years. Born in Pawtucket, he was a son of the late Frederick and Sarah (Plunkett) Dugdale. Mr. Dugdale was a Corporate Supervisor for Citizens Bank Mail Room on Jefferson Blvd. for 19 years. He was a communicant of St. Joseph Church, and a member of the Irish…

                  • Ferrucci, Armando A.

                    FERRUCCI, ARMANDO A., 71, of North Providence and Narragansett, passed away Sunday, September 28, 2008, at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. He was the beloved husband of Helen (O'Malley) Ferrucci for 35 years. Born in Tora, Provincia di Caserta, Italy, he was the son of the late Tommaso and Luisa (D'Elia) Ferrucci. Armando earned a B.S. in Chemistry in 1960 from Providence College and an M.B.A. in Business Administration with honors in 1980 from Bryant University. He was employed first as…

                    • Fonseca, Antonio T.

                      FONSECA, ANTONIO T., 81, of Sheffield Ave., passed away Saturday, September 27th. He is survived by his wife Mary (Medeiros) Fonseca, son, Richard Fonseca of FL, daughter, Carol Silvia of FL, sister, Natalie (Frank) Nenca of Warren, and brothers, Harris (Claire) A. Fonseca of New Bedford, MA and Daniel (Barbara) Fonseca of Bristol. He was brother of the late Norbert Fonseca and Lillian Costa. Funeral, 9AM Thursday, October 2nd, Mass of Christian Burial 10AM in St. Elizabeth Church, 577 Wood St. Burial with…

                      • Foye, John F.

                        FOYE, JOHN F., passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2008. Born in Lowell, MA, he was the son of the late Edward and Frances (Wood) Foye and had been the beloved husband of Paula M. (Bertoncini) Foye for 36 years. John was a graduate of Boston College. He was the Director of Support Systems for Social Security Disability, Mass Rehab Commission, Boston, MA until his retirement. He later served as the Director of the St. Anthony Regional Counseling Program in North Providence. John served as a…

                        • Goldman, Lee

                          GOLDMAN, LEE, died September 24, at age 88 in Philadelphia. Born in Waco, TX, and raised in South River, NJ. A Master Sergeant during World War II, he earned the Legion of Merit. Resident of Springfield, MA from 1948 to 1973, and of Warwick, RI from 1973 to 2004. For most of his career, he was a manager in the textile industry. He is survived by daughter, Judith Prince of Seattle, son, Neil of Northern Virginia, and son Greg, of Philadelphia, and their families. A memorial service will be held on Sunday,…

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                            • Laura M (Reynolds) Edwards - Middletown, RI

                              (09/30/08) Laura M. Edwards, 89, of Newport, died Monday, September 29, 2008, at the Philip Hulitar Center in Providence. She was the wife of the late Robert F. Edwards. Born in Newport on December 22, 1918, s...

                              • Maine, Kenneth J.

                                Kenneth J. Maine, 92, formerly of Westerly, died Monday morning, Sept. 15, 2008, in Port Orange, Fla. Born in Richmond, on Sept. 19, 1915, he was the son of the late N. Franklin and Alice (James) Maine. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, gardener, golfer and a member of the Masonic Temple-Charity Lodge. He worked on the first Nautilus submarine and was an enthusiastic player in cribbage tournaments. He was a member and the official photographer of the Washington County Cribbage League. He is survived by a…

                                • Margery L. Bates

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                                  • Marjorie R (Bube) Bosworth - Warwick, RI

                                    (09/29/08) Warwick – Marjorie R. Bosworth, 86, formerly of Becker Street, died Saturday, September 27, 2008 at the Sunny View Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Charles R. Bosworth. ...

                                    • Mollicone, Rena V. (Urbano)

                                      MOLLICONE, RENA V. (URBANO), 77, of Argyle Street, Cranston died on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008 at RI Hospital, Providence. She was the wife of Michael O. Mollicone. Born in Providence she was a daughter of the late Alfonse and Antoinetta (Bianco) Urbano. Mrs. Mollicone was employed by the Providence Journal Company for over 10 years. She was also employed by the former Cranston General Hospital, Cranston in the X-Ray Department for several years and was a professional hair dresser. Besides her husband she is…

                                      • Murphy, Julie Lynn

                                        MURPHY, JULIE LYNN, 40, of Bellevue Avenue, passed away Friday at home. She was the beloved companion of Jon Monti. Born in Sayre, PA, she was a daughter of Hugh A. And Janice C. (Coldwell) Murphy of Jamestown and the late Paul A. Caputo. Besides her parents and companion she leaves two brothers, Gregory Murphy and Mark Murphy; two sisters, Lauren Murphy and Dr. Nora A. Murphy; and her paternal grandmother, Claire Caputo. Her Funeral will be held Thursday, October 2, 2008 at 8:45 a.m. from the FAGAN-QUINN…

                                        • Pinzon, Marc D.

                                          PINZON, MARC D., 23, of Tower Hill Road, died Saturday as a result of injuries sustained in an auto accident. Born in Providence he was the loving son of Enrique and Deborah (Garcia) Pinzon, and the brother of Diana Pinzon. He was a lifelong Cumberland resident. He was employed by Rick's Auto Body Co., Warwick. Marc was a 2003 graduate of Cumberland High School and a 2005 graduate of New England Tech., Warwick. He was the grandson of Alicia (Fernandez) Garcia and the late Olga (de Francisco) Pinzon.…

                                          • Reali, Esther A. (Castelli)

                                            REALI, ESTHER A. (CASTELLI), 80, of Cranston, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2008 at her home in Cranston. She was the beloved wife of the late Louis A. Reali. Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Mauro and Maddlene (Romano) Castelli. Esther, long held as a pioneer in the field of the female juvenile offender served as the Assistant Superintendent of the R.I. Training School for Girls for over 30 years before retiring. A hospice volunteer, a licensed social worker, and a devout…

                                            • Richard, M. Lucille

                                              RICHARD, M. LUCILLE, 84, of Tripps Lane, died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, Monday, September 29, 2008 in Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of the late Rene M. Richard who died on August 1, 2008. They had been married for sixty-four years. Born in Fisherville, Mass., she was the daughter of the late Louis and Angeline (Raymond) Messier. Mrs. Richard had been a Secretary for Amica Insurance Company before retiring. She was a communicant of St. Margaret's Church where she was a…

                                              • Richmond, Shirley A. (Sousa)

                                                RICHMOND, SHIRLEY A. (SOUSA), 66, of Rehoboth, died at home on September 27, 2008 following a long illness. She was the wife of Russell L. Richmond with whom she celebrated her 50th wedding anniversary in August. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Frank P. and Olive (Santos) Sousa, she attended East Providence High School. She worked as a sales clerk at Seekonk Liquors for 15 years, retiring in 2001 and was a member of Rehoboth Senior Citizens. Surviving: two daughters: Cheryl A. Koskie and her…

                                                • Roberts, Evelyn J.

                                                  ROBERTS, EVELYN J., 91, of Plainville and a longtime resident of Pawtucket, RI died Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 in Attleboro. She was the wife of the late Woodrow Roberts who passed away in 1977. She worked for nearly 40 years as a secretary at the Dupont Company in Providence. A funeral will be held from SPERRY & McHOUL FUNERAL HOME, 15 Grove Street, North Attleboro on Friday at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass in St. Martha's Church, Route 1a, Plainville at 10 o'clock. Burial will follow in Swan Point…

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                                                  • Shirley J (Heilhecker) Baker - Bristol, RI

                                                    (09/30/08) Mrs. Shirley J. (Heilhecker) Baker, age 85, formerly of 1 Creek Lane, Bristol, died Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008 at Bayberry Commons, Pascoag, RI. She was the wife of the late William I. Baker, III. Born...

                                                    • Sturges, Alice Ellsworth

                                                      STURGES, ALICE ELLSWORTH, died on September 27th 2008 at 94. She was born in Boston and a graduate of Miss Porters School in Farmington, CT. She was predeceased by her beloved husband John Pierrepont Sturges and is survived by her 4 sons: Daniel Abner Davis of Saunderstown, R.I., Michael Hamilton Davis of Stonington, CT., John Pierrepont Sturges of Seattle, WA and Peter Hazard Sturges of Folks of Salmon, CA. as well as eight grandchildren: Jamie Davis, Christopher Davis, Ashley Davis O'Connor, Pamela…

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                                                        • Wilfred A Desourdy - Smithfield, RI

                                                          (09/28/08) Desourdy, Wilfred A., 76, of Village Drive, died September 28, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He was the husband of Irene (Pincins) Desourdy. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late Ray...

                                                          • Monday, September 29, 2008

                                                            Rhode Island Obituaries 09/29/08

                                                          • Arthur James Krause

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                                                            • Bruce L Craig - Coventry, RI

                                                              (09/28/08) Bruce L. Craig, 53, of Ames Street, Coventry, died Thursday at St. Luke Hospital, New Bedford, MA. He was the beloved husband of Deborah Jayne (Jordan) Craig. Born in Blowing Rock, NC, he was a son of...

                                                              • Chiappinelli, Rita Marie

                                                                CHIAPPINELLI, RITA MARIE, passed away Friday September 26, 2008. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Salvatore and Pasqualina (Dodato) Chiappinelli. Miss Chiappinelli was a graduate of Albertus Magnus. She is survived by her nephew Michele Paliano and his wife Cynthia, with whom she lived and was the loving aunt of Carole, Robert, Peter, Lucille, Ann, Marie and Kristin. She was the sister of the late Bart, Tony, Lucy, Josephine, Irma, Freddy and Phyllis. Her funeral will be held Wednesday at 8:45 a.m.…

                                                                • Chlumecky, Nicholas

                                                                  • Cloutier, Eva F.

                                                                    CLOUTIER, EVA F., 99 years old, formerly of Child St., died Saturday, September 27, 2008 at Grace Barker Nursing Center in Warren. Born in Warren and a lifelong resident a daughter of the late Joseph M.M. and Eva L. (Heon) Cloutier. She worked at the former Bates Silk Mill as a floor lady retiring in 1950. She leaves her niece Lorraine DiMatteo and her husband Alphonse of Barrington, and Shirley Cloutier of ME, 5 great nieces and nephews and 9 great great nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late…

                                                                    • Connelly Jr., Esq., Robert J.

                                                                      CONNELLY, ROBERT J. JR., ESQ., 70, passed away Friday, September 26, 2008 in Pawtucket. He was the beloved husband of Patricia (Lilly) Connelly. Born in Central Falls, he was the son of the late Robert J. and Vivian (Duchesneau) Connelly. He attended St. Raphael Academy, Tabor Academy, Brown University, Boston University and Suffolk University where he obtained his law degree. He served as Clerk of the District Court, Assistant City Solicitor, Probate Judge of the City of Central Falls, long time Legal…

                                                                      • DeLuca, Anna G. (DeAngelis)

                                                                        DeLUCA, ANNA G. (DeANGELIS), of North Providence, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning. She was the wife of the late John DeLuca and former wife of the late Ernest Spaziano. A lifelong resident of North Providence, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Margaret (Penta) DeAngelis. She was the devoted and loving mother of Anthony Spaziano, Ret. N.P.P.D, Ernest C. Spaziano, Ret. N.P.P.D. and his wife Angela, and Ann Meneghini and her husband Joseph. Also survived by her six grandchildren, Darlene…

                                                                        • DelPadre, Josephine A. (Giusto)

                                                                          DelPADRE, JOSEPHINE A. (GIUSTO), 85, of Carney St., peacefully died on Saturday, September 27, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years John H. DelPadre, her daughter Fran DelPadre of Chicopee, MA, a brother Joseph D. Giusto of Warren, RI and many nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by two brothers Francis 'Frank' P. Giusto and Dominic C. Giusto. Her funeral will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 1, from Tancrell-Jackman Funeral Home, 35 Snowling Rd, Uxbridge,…

                                                                          • DiMauro, Domenic A.

                                                                            DiMAURO, DOMENIC A., 85, of Irma Ave., Warwick, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2008 at the Riverview Health Center Community, Coventry. He was the loving husband of the late Aurora Mary (DiFiore) DiMauro. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Domenic A. and Caroline (DeFusco) DiMauro, Sr. Domenic served in WW II as a 2nd LT. with the 76th Division in Europe in the Ardennes and Rhine Land Campaigns and he also served in the Korean War. He worked for Blue Cross/Blue Shield for 20 years,…

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                                                                              • Fesik, Christine C.

                                                                                FESIK, CHRISTINE C. 'MEMERE', 84, of 28 Sprague Avenue, Lincoln, RI passed away on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008 at Milford Regional Hospital surrounded by the comfort of her loving family. Born in Providence, RI on April 27 1924, she was the daughter of the late Omer and Agnes (Douville) Ferland and the beloved wife of the late Walter J. Fesik. She lived in Pawtucket before moving to Lincoln 48 years ago. Christine graduated from Sacred Heart High School in Pawtucket, RI and Tabbard/Hubbard Business…

                                                                                • Gisele "Gigi" G (Duval) Faerber - Middletown, RI

                                                                                  (09/28/08) Gisele “Gigi” Faerber passed away peacefully on September 27, 2008. She was a resident of the John Clarke Nursing Center and former resident of McCormick Road and Bush Street, Newport. Gigi was b...

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                                                                                      • Norman J Sackal - Central Falls, RI

                                                                                        (09/28/08) Norman J. Sackal, 83, of Central Falls, died Friday at Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of Mary (Sous) Sackal. They recently celebrated their 61st wedding anniversay. Born in Pawtucket, he was...

                                                                                        • RITA M CHIAPPINELLI - Providence, RI

                                                                                          (09/28/08) CHIAPPINELLI, RITA MARIE passed away Friday September 26, 2008. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Salvatore and Pasqualina (Dodato) Chiappinelli. Miss Chiappinelli was a graduate of Albe...

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                                                                                            • Swanson, Charles

                                                                                              SWANSON, CHARLES, 76, of Chesapeake, VA, September 25. Husband of Mildred (Santamaria) Swanson. They had been married for 53 years. Born in Cranston, RI, son of the late Carl and Ruby Swanson. A graduate of Cranston High School. He worked for Atlantic Engraving and Quonset Point Naval Air Station. Besides his wife, he leaves his son Carl Swanson, daughter Judy Kelly and her husband Michael, daughter Jane Ashley and her husband James. He also leaves 5 grandchildren.

                                                                                              • Theresa J. Pion

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                                                                                                • Visgilio, Patrick Walter

                                                                                                  Patrick Walter Visgilio, 88, died peacefully on the evening of Sept. 25, 2008, at The Westerly Hospital. He was born on April 20, 1920 to the late Tomaso and Rosaria (Pirri) Visgilio, and leaves his loving wife of 42 years, Gail (Thelin) Visgilio, his son Patrick and wife Yogini, his son Van Visciglia and wife "Becky" and her son Kyle, and one grandchild, Amara Gail Visgilio. Born in Westerly, Pat was extremely proud of his Italian heritage and his town. He often told stories about growing up in…

                                                                                                  • Sunday, September 28, 2008

                                                                                                    Rhode Island Obituaries 09/28/08

                                                                                                  • Arthur James Krause

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                                                                                                    • Asels Jr., Robert H.

                                                                                                      ASELS, ROBERT H., JR., 89, of Warwick, a truck driver for Texaco for 33 years before retiring, died Friday, September 26, 2008 at Philip Hulitar Home & Hospice Inpatient Center. He was the husband of the late Dorothy E. (Whitehead) Asels and a son of the late Robert H. and Mary (Clancy) Asels. Mr. Asels was a WWII Navy Veteran. He was the beloved father of Robert J. Asels, John R. Asels and the late Dorothy 'Renee' Bernier and Jeanine Y. Viau. Brother of the late Ralph Asels and Mary Thompson.…

                                                                                                      • Bellows Jr., Frederick A.

                                                                                                        BELLOWS, FREDERICK A., JR., 59 of Forestdale RI, died unexpectedly Friday Sept. 19th in Rochester, NH. He was the loving husband of Mayanna (Leung) Bellows for 39 years. Born in Providence on Nov. 1st, 1948, he is the son of Frederick A. and Gloria (Morrison) Bellows, Sr. of Forestdale RI. He served two tours in the Vietnam War, leaving as an E-6 from the Army's 9th ID. He was also the owner of Bellows Leather Co. Inc. An active member of the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club, RI Chapter, the National…

                                                                                                        • Blanchette, Rita (LaMarche)

                                                                                                          BLANCHETTE, RITA (LaMARCHE), 88, died at home Friday, September 26, 2008 surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Adrien Blanchette, Sr. and a daughter of the late Wilfrid and Rose Anna (Martin) LaMarche. Mrs. Blanchette was a spinner for several mills in the Woonsocket area for 15 years and after raising her family was a maid for the former Clover Leaf Motel in Lincoln before retiring. She was the beloved mother of 2 sons, Adrien and Paul Blanchette both of Chepachet. Also survived by 3…

                                                                                                          • Burrows, Murry

                                                                                                            BURROWS, MURRY, 90, of Providence, died September 26, 2008 at Epoch on Blackstone Blvd. He was the husband of Libby (Young) Burrows. Born in Providence, a son of the late Hyman and Rebecca (Winkleman) Brosofsky, he was a lifelong resident of the city. Mr. Burrows was a graduate of the University of Rhode Island and was an officer of the former Young Brothers Mattress Co. He was a member of Temple Emanu-El, and the Redwood Lodge of the Masons. Besides his wife he is survived by his daughters; Enid Burrows of…

                                                                                                            • Cetenich Sr., Robert D.

                                                                                                              CETENICH, ROBERT D. SR., 87, of Little Pond Rd., died Saturday. He was the husband of Myrtle H. (Tenbrink) Cetenich and the late Mildred L. (Albies) Cetenich. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late George H. Cetenich and Mildred N. (Briggs) Oatley. Mr. Cetenich was a W.W. II US Navy veteran serving on the USS Pittsburgh (CA72). He was a fireman for 22 years and an engineer for 17 years for several railroad companies, before retiring from Conrail in 1982. He was a member of Christ the King Church and…

                                                                                                              • DePasquale, Louis J.

                                                                                                                DePASQUALE, LOUIS J., September 25, 2008. Beloved son of the late George and Florence (Varone) DePasquale. Beloved brother of Joanne Arcand of Coventry. Uncle of Joseph and Erin Arcand. A United States Marine Corps Vietnam Veteran, a retired Providence School Department Boiler Technician. Funeral services with visitation Monday 9 - 10 am in the Pennine Funeral Home, 28 Grove Street. Burial with military honors in St. Ann's Cemetery, Cranston. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Vietnam…

                                                                                                                • DelPonte, Lillian N.

                                                                                                                  DelPONTE, LILLIAN N., 93, of West Shore Road, died Thursday at Philip Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence. She was the wife of Joseph DelPonte for 68 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Carlo and Maria (D'Ambra) Balsofiore. She is survived by her daughter, Dianne Thibeault and her husband Denis of Warwick, six grandchildren, Tina Gazzerro, Denis and Erin Thibeault, Suzette Lefevre, Seana SanAntonio and Danielle van der Wiel. She was the sister of the late Joseph and Michael…

                                                                                                                  • DiCenso, Vivian

                                                                                                                    DiCENSO, VIVIAN 63, of Bonita Springs, FL, formerly of Cranston, RI, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008. She was born February 6, 1945 in Providence, RI, the daughter of the late Joseph and Grace (Palumbo) Gionti Ms DiCenso is survived by her two sons, Steven D. (Kimberly) DiCenso of East Greenwich, RI and Michael J. (Loree) DiCenso of Cranston, RI; her grandchildren, Juliana, Michael Jr., Anthony and Domenic; brothers and sisters, Mary Ruscito, Christine Giramma, Rose Schneider, Julio Gionti, Josephine…

                                                                                                                    • Diana L. Cunningham

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                                                                                                                      • Dugdale, William T.

                                                                                                                        DUGDALE, WILLIAM T., 77, of Providence Street, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, North Providence. He was the beloved husband of Rita M. (Valliere) Dugdale; the couple had been married for 55 years. Born in Pawtucket, he was a son of the late Frederick and Sarah (Plunkett) Dugdale. Mr. Dugdale was a Corporate Supervisor for Citizens Bank Mail Room on Jefferson Blvd. for 19 years. He was a communicant of St. Joseph Church, and a member of the Irish…

                                                                                                                        • Espada, James

                                                                                                                          ESPADA, JAMES, 44, of 111 Plainfield Street died on September 25, 2008. He was born in Brooklyn NY. The son of the late Vincente Espada and the late Gabina (Rivera) Espada. He was the father of Erica Espada and James Espada, Jr. He was the brother of Cristino Espada. He was the brother of Louisa Navarro, Maria V. Castano, Maria M. Patton, Marta Martinez, Maria T. Sanchez, and Carmen Hernandez. He had two grand children. Funeral Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. from the Bell Funeral Home, 571 Broad Street. Mass of…

                                                                                                                          • Felici, Viola P. (Parente)

                                                                                                                            FELICI, VIOLA P. (PARENTE), 94, of Pontiac Street, died Thursday at Riverview Healthcare Community. She was the wife of the late Joseph L. Felici for 70 years. Born in Warwick, she was a daughter of the late Lorenzo and Maria (Calci) Parente. Mrs. Felici worked for Natco and California Artificial Flowers. She was a member of the St. Ann Rosary & Alter Sodality of Sacred Heart Church, East Natick Veterans Womens Auxiliary, and Pontiac Peer Senior Citizens. Mrs. Felici served as a volunteer in the Kent…

                                                                                                                            • Johnstone, William J.

                                                                                                                              JOHNSTONE, WILLIAM J., 55, of Earl St., passed away Thursday, September 25, 2008 at Kent Hospital. He was the husband of the late Barbara A. (St. Germaine) Johnstone. Born in Newport, he was the son of the late James & Doris (Baker) Johnstone. William was a Burner-Grinder at Electric Boat for 18 yrs. He was also employed for several years at RI Novelty Co. He was the father of Jason M. Johnstone of West Warwick, and the brother of Jean Johnstone of Coventry, James Johnstone of Westfield, MA, and the…

                                                                                                                              • Jonathan Michael Duncan

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                                                                                                                                • Marcel H Gagne - Fall River, MA

                                                                                                                                  (09/27/08) Marcel H. Gagne, 70, of Hartwell St., Fall River, died Saturday, September 27, 2008. A retired carpenter and stone mason, he made exquisite lighthouses and birdhouses as a hobby. He leav...

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                                                                                                                                    • Mary (Figueredo) Laroche - Fall River, MA

                                                                                                                                      (09/27/08) Mary (Figueredo) Laroche, 71, of Somerset, formerly of Fall River, widow of Joseph “Fred” Laroche, died Friday, September 26, 2008. She was the mother of Denise Kordas (husband Christ...

                                                                                                                                      • O'Neil, John Henry

                                                                                                                                        O'NEIL, JOHN HENRY, 75, of Whitehall Street, passed away Friday, September 26, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. Born in Cranston, a son of the late John and Katherine (Hepburn) O'Neil. He was the husband of the late Loretta Macaruso O'Neil. Mr. O'Neil was a steel worker for the former C.I. Hayes Co. for 35 years and was a Navy Veteran during the Korean Conflict. He is survived by his step-son Leonard Macaruso and wife Helene, step-daughter Elizabeth Carpenter…

                                                                                                                                        • Oliver, Nicholas J.

                                                                                                                                          OLIVER, NICHOLAS J., Beloved husband of Angelina (Pazienza) Oliver passed away September 26, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. Nicholas was the son of the late Vincent and Rose (Romeo) Oliver. He was predeceased by his children, Jennifer and Stephen. He is survived by his sisters, Marie Redfern and Carmella Pashalian of Cranston. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 10 am in St. Bartholomew's Church, Laurel Hill Ave., Providence. Visiting hours are…

                                                                                                                                          • Parente, Raymond E.

                                                                                                                                            PARENTE, RAYMOND E., 65, of Greenville Ave. Johnston passed away Friday September 26, 2008 at the VA Medical Center in Providence. He was born in Providence a son of the late Espedito Speed and Virginia (Lanzone) Parente. Raymond is survived by his loving siblings, Doreen Parente-Edes of Narragansett, Albert E. Parente of Johnston, and Louis A. Parente of Cranston. He was also the uncle of 4 nephews and 3 nieces. Raymond also was a Vietnam Army Veteran. His funeral will be held on Tuesday at 10 am from the…

                                                                                                                                            • Rego, Teresa de Jesus

                                                                                                                                              REGO, TERESA de JESUS, 94 passed away on Sep. 26th. Born in Sao Miguel, Acores. She was the Wife of the late Joao do Rego. She is survived by Sisters, Maria Amelia Camara and Ilda Medeiros of Canada, grandchildren, Paul and Theresa Rego, Louis and Diane Rego and John Rego Jr. of Warren, Walter do Rego of FL and Catherine do Rego of CT, 6 great grandchildren and Daugher in Law Aldina Rego of Warren. She was preceded in death by her sons John Rego, Walter do Rego, brothers Manuel Rodrigues and Joao Rodrigues…

                                                                                                                                              • Roger LaFreniere

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                                                                                                                                                • Silva, Valentino A.

                                                                                                                                                  SILVA, VALENTINO A., 65, of Flat River Rd., died unexpectedly on Friday, September 26, 2008 at Kent Hospital. He was the husband of 47 years to Lorraine J. (Senerchia) Silva. Born in Cranston, a son of Linda (Silva) Nelson of West Warwick, he had lived most of his life in Coventry. Valentino worked for many years at Soluol Chemical in East Providence, formerly of West Warwick before retiring. He enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family and grandchildren. Besides his wife, he leaves three daughters,…

                                                                                                                                                  • Theresa J. Pion

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                                                                                                                                                  • Tourigny Jr., Raymond J.

                                                                                                                                                    TOURIGNY, RAYMOND J. JR., 70, died Thursday Sept. 25, 2008 in Home & Hospice care Center, Providence. Husband of Karen A. (Malley) Tourigny. Born in Winthrop, MA, son of the late Raymond Sr. and Pauline (Orr) Tourigny. Formerly of Burrillville, he and his wife have been living in Cranston for many years. He worked as a Mechanical Engineer for most of his life. He was a member of the Pine Tree Gun Club, an Exceptional pistol shooter, 2 time National Champion. Besides his wife he is survived by 4…

                                                                                                                                                    • Viola P (Parente) Felici - Warwick, RI

                                                                                                                                                      (09/27/08) Viola P. (Parente) Felici, 94, of Pontiac Street, died Thursday at Riverview Healthcare Community. She was the wife of the late Joseph L. Felici for 70 years. Born in Warwick, she was a daughter of th...

                                                                                                                                                      • Visgilio, Patrick Walter

                                                                                                                                                        Patrick Walter Visgilio, 88, died peacefully on the evening of Sept. 25, 2008, at The Westerly Hospital. He was born on April 20, 1920 to the late Tomaso and Rosaria (Pirri) Visgilio, and leaves his loving wife of 42 years, Gail (Thelin) Visgilio, his son Patrick and wife Yogini, his son Van Visciglia and wife "Becky" and her son Kyle, and one grandchild, Amara Gail Visgilio. Born in Westerly, Pat was extremely proud of his Italian heritage and his town. He often told stories about growing up in…

                                                                                                                                                        • William T Dugdale - West Warwick, RI

                                                                                                                                                          (09/27/08) William T. Dugdale, 77, of Providence Street, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, North Providence. He was the beloved husband of Rita M. (Valli...

                                                                                                                                                          • Woodbine, Edward R.

                                                                                                                                                            WOODBINE, EDWARD R., 80, of Edgewood, passed away at Harborside-Pawtuxet on Thursday, September 25, 2008. He was the husband of Marcella L. (Ryan) Woodbine, they were married for 56 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Edward and Edith (McKenna) Woodbine, he had lived in Cranston for many years. Mr. Woodbine worked as a Salesman for City Hall Store and then Fains Flooring for many years retiring in 1989. He was a Veteran and a Communicant of St. Paul Church. Besides his wife he leaves a…

                                                                                                                                                            • Zincone Sr., Frank A.

                                                                                                                                                              ZINCONE, FRANK A., SR., 74, of Belvedere Dr., Cranston, passed away Friday, September 26, 2008 at Kent County Memorial Hospital in Warwick. He was the beloved husband for 50 years of Rose (DiBattista) Zincone. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late John and Angelina (Ranaldi) Zincone. Frank was a driver/salesman for Ranaldi Quality Bakery of Providence for 50 years before retiring. Besides his wife, he was the devoted father of Frank A. Jr., Daniel J., Michael A., Robert P. and John P. Zincone;…

                                                                                                                                                              • Saturday, September 27, 2008

                                                                                                                                                                Rhode Island Obituaries 09/27/08

                                                                                                                                                              • Ambrosino, Teresa C. (Scalzi)

                                                                                                                                                                AMBROSINO, TERESA C. (SCALZI), 83, of North Providence, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Miriam Hospital in Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Louis J. Ambrosino. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Antonetta (Marrocco) Scalzi. Teresa had been a building manager for Meshanticut Vista of Cranston and was a former co-owner of Peerless Display of Providence. She was a talented artisan. As a devoted mother and grandmother, Teresa loved cooking and sharing…

                                                                                                                                                                • Arthur James Krause

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                                                                                                                                                                  • Cartier, Linda J.

                                                                                                                                                                    CARTIER, LINDA J., 57, a supervisor for Swarovski Jewelry for 22 years before retiring died September 25, 2008 at RI Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Antonio C. Ledo and a beloved daughter of William Cartier and the late Helen (Marsh) Cartier. Linda was the beloved mother of Gina Paul and the late David Cartier. Beloved sister of William Cartier, Shirley Hussey, Barbara Passa, James Cartier, Joanne Harlow, Wayne and Edward Cartier. Beloved grandmother of Blake Paul. She was a member of the Oakland…

                                                                                                                                                                    • Charles E Bell - Jamestown, RI

                                                                                                                                                                      (09/25/08) Charles E. Bell, 80, of Gondola Avenue, a retired Machinist, died Tuesday in Kent Hospital, Warwick. He was the devoted husband of Lois I. (Johnson) Bell for fifty nine years. Born in Providence,...

                                                                                                                                                                      • Degnan, Nancy A.

                                                                                                                                                                        Nancy A. Degnan, 62, a long time resident of Warwick, R.I., passed away at home on Sept. 25, 2008, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband of 39 years William Degnan. Born in Westerly, she was a daughter of James J. Perrone and the late Adeline M. (Liguori) Perrone. Mrs. Degnan received a master's degree in Education from Providence College, and was a teacher and administrator at the Sawyer School for 28 years. She is also survived by her loving children, Jennifer L. Liston and husband…

                                                                                                                                                                        • Diana L. Cunningham

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                                                                                                                                                                          • George P Nicolaides - Cranston, RI

                                                                                                                                                                            (09/25/08) George P. Nicolaides, 82, of Oaklawn Avenue, a retired Meat Department Manager, died Tuesday in Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the devoted husband of Anna M. (Ofcarick) for twenty six years...

                                                                                                                                                                            • Goodwin, Kathleen A. (O'Neil)

                                                                                                                                                                              GOODWIN, KATHLEEN A. (O'NEIL), 86, died peacefully Thursday surrounded by her two sons at Harborside Healthcare Pawtuxet Village. She was the wife of the late Peter K. Goodwin. Born in Providence a daughter of the late John F. & Margaret M. (Murray) O'Neil. Kathleen was a graduate of Saint Mary's Academy of the Visitation and Bryant College. Prior to moving to Warwick 20 years ago, she was a resident of Edgemere Ave, Providence. She was a communicant of Saint Peter Church, Warwick, and a…

                                                                                                                                                                              • Gregory M Galhardo - Fall River, MA

                                                                                                                                                                                (09/26/08) Gregory M. Galhardo, 62, of Sanford Rd., Westport, formerly of Indian Town Rd., Fall River, husband of Claudette M. (Costa) Galhardo, passed away at home, Friday, September 26, 2008. He w...

                                                                                                                                                                                • JOHN H O'NEIL - Providence, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                  (09/26/08) O\'NEIL, JOHN HENRY 75, of Whitehall Street passed away Friday September 26, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. Born in Cranston a son of the late John and Katherine (...

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Januskiewicz, Mary (Lima)

                                                                                                                                                                                    JANUSKIEWICZ, MARY (LIMA) 83, of Benjamin Church Manor died on Friday September 26th. She was the Wife of the late Henry Januskiewicz All are invited to a Funeral Mass of Christian Burial, Monday at 9 AM at St. Elizabeth Church, 577 Wood St., Bristol. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery Visiting Hours are omitted George Lima Funeral Home 367 High St.

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Jonathan Michael Duncan

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                                                                                                                                                                                      • Margery L. Bates

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                                                                                                                                                                                        • Martin, Joseph E.

                                                                                                                                                                                          MARTIN, JOSEPH E., 78, of Warwick, died September 25, 2008 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center. He was the beloved husband of Ethel E. (Myrick) Martin and a son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Grady) Martin. Mr. Martin was a warehouse supervisor for Almacs and a custodian for the Warwick School Department before retiring. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He was the beloved father of Joseph M. Martin, Margaret M. Miller, Cynthia A. Trahan, John W. Martin and Lyn M. Richard. Brother of…

                                                                                                                                                                                          • McDermott, William J.

                                                                                                                                                                                            McDERMOTT, WILLIAM J., 83, of Collins Court, died Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at the Hattie Ide Chaffee Home. Devoted husband of Ruth 'Ginny' (Madden) McDermott for 57 years. He was born in Boston, Ma, a son of the late Bartholomew J. & Mary Ellen (Owens) McDermott. Mr. McDermott was a sales service director for Speidel for 24 years before retiring in 1992. He attended Yale University, Boston University & Boston College Law. At 70 years old he passed a CPA exam to become an accountant. He…

                                                                                                                                                                                            • Medeiros, Emilia P.

                                                                                                                                                                                              MEDEIROS, EMILIA P., 69, of Vincent Ave., died September 25, 2008 at RI Hospital. She was the wife of Manuel R. Medeiros. Born in Sao Miguel, Azores, she was the daughter of the late Manuel Figueira and Maria do Carmo Pereira. Besides her husband of 49 years, she is survived by her children; Anna McAdam of Bristol, Jose Medeiros of Portugal, Paul Medeiros of East Providence, Natalie Serrano of West Warwick, 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Monday at 9AM from the…

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Olivo, Josephine (Simone)

                                                                                                                                                                                                OLIVO, JOSEPHINE (SIMONE), 87, formerly of Carteret Street, passed away September 25th at Cortland Place. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Benedetto and Theresa (Voccolo) Simone and had been the wife of the late Pasquale Olivo. Mrs. Olivo had worked for Crest Craft for 25 years before retiring. She was the mother of Patricia A. Zompa, Janice M. Pollard and her husband Curtis; grandmother of Richard P. Brederson, Esq. and his wife Michelle, Jill-Desiree Brederson, PhD., Michael J. Zompa…

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Pollock, Stewart S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                  POLLOCK, STEWART S., 57, of West Wrentham Road, Cumberland died Thursday, September 25, 2008. He was born in Woonsocket, the son of the late Peter and Grace (Corchran) Pollock. Mr. Pollock was a truck driver for the Plumbers Supply Company in Smithfield, for many years. He is survived by a daughter, Lori A. Pollock of Pawtucket a son, Shane Pollock of Seekonk MA, five brothers, Peter, Ronald, Robert, Edward, and Charles Pollock, and three grandchildren, Edwin, Austin, Pollock and Diego Pineda. The funeral…

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Roger LaFreniere

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                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Silva, Robert J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                      SILVA, ROBERT J., 61. Of 5 White Cap Road, Narragansett, died on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at his home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at 10:00 AM in St. Mary Star of the Sea Church, 864 Pt. Judith Road in Narragansett. averystortifuneralhome.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Theresa J. Pion

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                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Friday, September 26, 2008

                                                                                                                                                                                                          Rhode Island Obituaries 09/26/08

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Arthur James Krause

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                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Bates, Margery L. (Bailey)

                                                                                                                                                                                                            BATES, MARGERY L. (BAILEY), 97, of Old Diamond Hill Road died Saturday, September 6, 2008 at Emerald Bay Manor, Cumberland. She was the wife of the late A. Leo Bates. Born in Cumberland, a daughter of the late Thomas and Mary (Lee) Bailey, she had lived in Lincoln for 53 years before returning to Cumberland 36 years ago. Mrs. Bates was a school teacher at Lincoln Middle School for 38 years, retiring in 1971. She was a 1933 graduate of Rhode Island College. She is survived by several nieces, nephews and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Charles E Bell - Jamestown, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                              (09/25/08) Charles E. Bell, 80, of Gondola Avenue, a retired Machinist, died Tuesday in Kent Hospital, Warwick. He was the devoted husband of Lois I. (Johnson) Bell for fifty nine years. Born in Providence,...

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Chiu, Wai Chun (Ng)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                CHIU, WAI CHUN (NG), 90, of Roosevelt Ave., Pawtucket passed away on September 22, 2008 at the Miriam Hospital, Providence. She was the wife of the late Wang Ngai Chiu. Mrs. Chiu was born in China and lived in Hong Kong for her adult life until she immigrated to the USA in 1979. She had lived in Maryland for 10 years and was a resident of Rhode Island for 19 years. She leaves her loving children; Mena Kwong and her husband Peter of East Providence, Hak Keung Chiu and his wife Eva of Cranston, Hak Cheung…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Comforti, Grace (Ferraro) Gingerella

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Grace (Ferraro) Gingerella Comforti, 96, formerly of 68 Oak St., Westerly, and late of the Golden Years, died Sept. 24, 2008, in the Westerly Health Center. She was the widow of the late Angelo "Spuchy" Gingerella and the late Frank P. "Shorty" Comforti. Born in Westerly, she was a daughter of the late Fred and Santa (Strafach) Ferraro. Grace had been employed as an inspector at BDA before retiring. She was a communicant of the Immaculate Conception Church, a member of the Women's…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Crawshaw, Rose M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      CRAWSHAW, ROSE M., 84, of Brookdale Blvd. died Tuesday at Memorial Hospital of Pawtucket. She was the wife of the late James E. Crawshaw, Sr. She was the mother of the late David W. Crawshaw Born in Pawtucket, she was the youngest of seven children of the late Salvatore and Vermiglia (Pieri) Ranalli and was a lifelong resident of the city. Mrs. Crawshaw was a Clerk for the Pawtucket Probate Court before retiring. In her retirement she worked in the office of Attorney Mark A. Sjoberg. She was a volunteer at…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • DiCenso, Vivian

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        DiCENSO, VIVIAN, 63, of Bonita Springs, FL, formerly of Cranston, RI, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008. She was born February 6, 1945 in Providence, RI, the daughter of the late Joseph and Grace (Palumbo) Gionti. Steven D. (Kimberly) DiCenso of East Greenwich, RI and Michael J. (Loree) DiCenso of Cranston, RI; her grandchildren, Juliana, Michael Jr., Anthony and Domenic; brothers and sisters, Mary Ruscito, Christine Giramma, Rose Schneider, Julio Gionti, Josephine Parente, Anna Gionti and Joseph Gionti. She…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • DiVona, William S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          DiVONA, WILLIAM S., 83, of Saunderstown, formerly of Cranston, passed away Monday at home. He was the husband of the late Theresa M. (Roy) DiVona. Born in Providence, Bill was a son of the late Michael and Sarah DiVona. A US Navy Veteran who served during WWII, Bill was also a 20-year veteran of the Cranston Fire Department, a member of the Cranston Firefighters Association and the VFW Post 2396, Bill loved to share his time and talents with his family and many friends. An avid bowler, golfer, and card…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Donovan Jr., Francis Edward

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            DONOVAN, FRANCIS EDWARD JR., of Pawtucket, RI, formerly of Brookline, MA, September 23, 2008. Beloved son of the late Francis E. and Doris M. (Strange) Donovan. Loving brother of Carol A. Milani and her late husband Donato, Dianne Mosher and her husband Raymond all of Walpole, MA, Robert M. and his wife Patricia of Ireland, Joanne McInnis of Worcester, MA, Mary Anne Gallagher and her husband Joseph of Amherst, NH and Patricia A. Anderson and her husband John of Norfolk, MA. Devoted uncle of Abigail and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Edwin J. Ustas

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Feola, Annita (Calise)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                FEOLA, ANNITA (CALISE), 93, of Stone Street, passed away Wednesday, September 24th at the Roger Williams Medical Center. Born in Ponza, Italy, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Civita (Morle) Calise and had been the wife of the late Antonio Feola. Mrs. Feola was the mother of Luigi and Aniello Feola, Assunta Calise, Lydia Vitiello and Miranda Feola; grandmother of 20; great-grandmother of 16. Visitation and funeral services will be held Saturday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. followed by a service at 10:30 a.m.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Fontaine Jr., Leo A. "Bucky"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  FONTAINE, LEO A. JR., 'BUCKY' of Warwick and formerly of North Attleboro Died on Tuesday at the age of 60 as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle-vehicle accident last month. Owner and operator of Bucky's Appliances in Central Falls. Complete obituary with visitation and funeral arrangements can be found at www.dyer-lakefuneralhome.com or by calling (508) 695-0200.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • French, Patricia Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    FRENCH, PATRICIA ANN, 70, of Fort Myers, FL died on September 24, 2008. She was born on June 16, 1938 in Providence, a child of Edward and Agnes (Dwyer) Finnigan Patricia was the wife of the late Lawrence T. Jr., she is survived by her children, Lawrence III, Patrick and Robert French and Jennifer Prendergast, 4 grandchildren, her brothers, Edward and John Finnigan, both of Warwick, RI and her sister-in-law, Evelyn Hallam. Funeral services are private. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to Hope…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • George P Nicolaides - Cranston, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      (09/25/08) George P. Nicolaides, 82, of Oaklawn Avenue, a retired Meat Department Manager, died Tuesday in Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the devoted husband of Anna M. (Ofcarick) for twenty six years...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Johnson, Thure A. "Toot"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        JOHNSON, THURE A. 'TOOT' 93 of Old Diamond Hill Road, passed away Tuesday in Mt. St. Rita Health Center, Cumberland. He was the husband of the late Mary Ruth (Kiley) Johnson. Born in Central Falls, he was the son of the late John O. and Victoria J. (Sandberg) Johnson. He resided in Cumberland for most of his life. He was employed as a machinist by the former Standard Nut & Bolt, Cumberland until his retirement and formerly the former Owens Corning Fiberglass, Cumberland. He was a member of the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Leo Charles Maynard

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Morse, Philip W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            MORSE, PHILIP W., 76, September 24, 2008. Husband of Marjorie. Brother of Meredith Keene. Father of Suzanne, David, and Richard. Daughter Jorie preceded him in death. Grandfather of Philip, Charlotte, Lucy Morse-Fortier, and Isaac and Maya Morse. Father-in-law of Leonard Morse-Fortier and Naomi Morse. A long-time employee of Teknor Apex Company, Pawtucket. A memorial service will be held Monday, September 29 at 11 am at Central Congregational Church, 296 Angell St., Providence. In lieu of flowers, memorial…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Pauline D. Gince

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Rainey, Dorothy E. (Benson)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                RAINEY, DOROTHY E. (BENSON), 97, of Minnesota Avenue and Melbourne Beach, FL, passed away Wednesday, September 24th. She was the wife of the late James W. Rainey; aunt of Meredith Buban, Janice Bergner, John Macliver and Richard Benson. Funeral services and burial will be private. Arrangements by PONTARELLI-MARINO.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Sheerin, Thomas E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  SHEERIN, THOMAS E., 46, of Ellenton, FL, died on Sept. 21, 2008 after a long illness and went to be with Jesus our lord and savior. Thomas was a beloved son, brother and musician. Thomas resided in Seekonk, Mass. for 37 yrs. He leaves his mother Virginia E. Sheerin (Benn) of Ellenton, FL, and a brother Kevin D. Sheerin of Palmetto, FL. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Humane Society of Manatee County, FL.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Smith, Deaconess Frances Elizabeth (Lockhart)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    SMITH, DEACONESS FRANCES ELIZABETH (LOCKHART) 77, of 305 Greenwich Avenue, died Monday at Cedar Crest Nursing Center. She was the wife of Rev. Charles Smith Sr. Born in Montezuma, GA, the daughter of the late John and Emma (Sutton) Lockhart. She was employed as a claims adjuster for Blue Cross/Blue Shield until retirement in 1991. Besides her husband, she is survived by four sons, Charles Jr., Michael, Vincent and Rev. Eric Smith, two daughters, Cheryl Marrow and Lois Smith, 14 grandchildren and 12 great,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Smith, Jeannette E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      SMITH, JEANNETTE E., 71, of 111 Cahir Street, died on September 24, 2008 in Roger Williams Medical Center after a short illness. She was the companion of Kenneth Perry. She was born in Hartford, CT. She is the daughter of James Barrows and the late Emily Mazon. She was the mother of Andrea Prudence, Diana Mazon, Theresa, Patricia, Mona, Antonio, Jeannette, Helen, Julia, Eugene Smith and the late Kenneth Smith. She is survived by 22 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren. She was a sister of Emily Mazon and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Sr. Prudence M Croke, RSM - Cumberland, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        (09/25/08) CROKE, SISTER PRUDENCE M., formerly Sister M. Prudentia, 81, a Sister of Mercy and a college professor, died Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at Mount St. Rita Health Centre. Born in , a daughte...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Steven M. Scungio

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Sweeney, Ronald

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          SWEENEY, RONALD, 56 passed unexpectedly on Sunday, September 21, 2008. Born in Kansas City, MO to the late Willie Sweeney Sr. and Annie Sweeney (Floyd). Survived by 1 daughter, Rhonda Gomes of FL, 2 step-sons, Jon and Derek Moore of NH, 3 grandchildren, 4 brothers, 7 sisters, a host of nieces, nephews & many friends. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers.Funeral services- Mon 10am at Community Church of Providence, 372 Wayland Ave. Calling hours- Sun 3-5 & 7-9pm in Bell Funeral Home, 571 Broad St.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Taillon, Claire E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            TAILLON, CLAIRE E., 78, of St. Antoine Residence died Tuesday September 23, 2008. She was the wife of the Gerald Taillon A resident of Woonsocket most of her life, she was a daughter of the late Louis T. and Beatrice M. (Dussault) Bernard. Her Catholic faith and family were the center of her life. Mrs. Taillon was a communicant of the former St. Anne Church and a member of Les Dames de Ste. Anne. She was the beloved mother of Gerald D. Taillon of Newburyport, MA, Rev. Marcel L. Taillon, Pastor, St. Thomas…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Teresa C (Scalzi) Ambrosino - North Providence, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              (09/25/08) Teresa C. Ambrosino (Scalzi), 83, of North Providence, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Miriam Hospital in Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Louis J. Ambrosino. Born in Prov...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Theresa R. Ferland

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Wasson Jr., Alton Monroe

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  WASSON, ALTON MONROE JR., of Warwick, died Friday, September 19, 2008 at Miriam Hospital. Alton was born June 1, 1923 in Tyrone, PA. The son of Alton M. and Mildred Louise (Phillips) Wasson. Alton graduated from Pennsylvania State College in 1950, after serving in the Army during World War II, seeing service in Europe and the Philippine Islands. A retiree since 1985, Mr. Wasson was a marketing sepcialist for E.I. Dupont de Nemours and Co. of Wilmington, Delaware. He is survived by Elnora Waterman Wasson,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Thursday, September 25, 2008

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Rhode Island Obituaries 09/25/08

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Apici, Janice A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    APICI, JANICE A., 63, of High Service Avenue, passed away Monday, September 22, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Ralph O. Apici, Sr. and the late Teresa (Ciccone) Apici. Janice worked in Human Resources for over 40 years at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. She was the sister of Ralph O. Apici, Jr., John Apici and William V. Apici (ret. Providence Police Dept. Sgt.) She is also survived by four nieces, two nephews and two friends; Dorothy Allegra and Jean Rivera. Her…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • August Vierra - West Warwick, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      (09/24/08) August Vierra, 87, of Colvin Street, died Wednesday at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Amelia (Amaral) Vierra. Born in West Warwick, he was a son of the late Manuel and Maria Vierra. ...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Balasco, Joyce F. (Folcarelli)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        BALASCO, JOYCE F. (FOLCARELLI), 62, of Killingly St., Johnston and Cape Coral, FL went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Providence a daughter of the late Domenic and Yola (Gallucci) Folcarelli. Joyce was employed by the State of Rhode Island, and enjoyed gardening and cooking. Her family was her life and she loved spending time with them, she will be greatly missed. She is survived by her loving daughters, Dawn Balasco and her husband…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Bell, Charles E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          BELL, CHARLES E., 80, of Gondola Avenue, a retired Machinist, died Tuesday in Kent Hospital, Warwick. He was the devoted husband of Lois I. (Johnson) Bell for fifty nine years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late George H. and Mary E. (Tedeschi) Bell. Mr. Bell was a veteran of The United States Navy, having served in World War II aboard The USS Ozbourn DD 846. He had been employed with Brown & Sharpe Manufacturing Company for thirty two years, until his retirement eighteen years ago. He had…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Bowry Jr., Edwin L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            BOWRY, EDWIN L. JR., 89, passed away peacefully on Monday. He was the husband of Lillian (Baird) Bowry with whom he celebrated his 60th wedding anniversary on Sept. 11th. Mr. Bowers worked for R.I. College as a painter/foreman retiring in 1987. He was a Sergeant in the Army during World War II. Besides his wife he leaves 2 sons: Edwin L. Bowry III and his wife Paula, and James Bowry and his wife Cheryl; 2 daughters: Janet Campbell and Nancy Webber and her husband Robert as well as 5 grandchildren; Jennifer,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Charles E Bell - Jamestown, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              (09/25/08) Charles E. Bell, 80, of Gondola Avenue, a retired Machinist, died Tuesday in Kent Hospital, Warwick. He was the devoted husband of Lois I. (Johnson) Bell for fifty nine years. Born in Providence,...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Comforti, Grace Ferraro

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Grace (Ferraro) Gingerella Comforti, formerly of 68 Oak St. and Golden Years, Westerly, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008, at the age of 96. She was the wife of the late Angelo "Spuchy" Gingerella and also the wife of the late Frank "Shorty" Comforti. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, 111 High St., Westerly, at 10 a.m. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. Burial will be in St. Sebastian Cemetery,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Criscione, Concetta

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  CRISCIONE, CONCETTA 'CONNIE', 83, of Eliza Street, Providence, died Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, North Providence. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Emanuele and Concetta (Cintolo) Criscione. Miss Criscione was a time clerk for the former Brown and Sharpe Company of Providence for many years until her retirement. She was also employed by Blue Cross, Blue Shield of RI. Connie was the first woman president of a union at Brown and Sharpe Company. She is…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Croke, Sister Prudence M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    CROKE, SISTER PRUDENCE M., formerly Sister M. Prudentia, 81, a Sister of Mercy and a college professor, died Wednesday at Mount St. Rita Health Centre. Born in Woonsocket, a daughter of the late James V. and Prudence (Wadsworth) Croke. Sister entered the Sisters of Mercy on September 8, 1944 and professed her final vows on August 16, 1950. Sister earned a B.A. from Salve Regina College, an MA from Catholic University, and a Ph.D. in religious studies from Boston University. Her ministries included teaching…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Driver, Ella Elizabeth

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      hip Street, Westerly, Rhode Island from 3pm-6pm. Funeral services will be held at Rushlow Iacoi Funeral Home on Saturday, September 27, 2008 at 10:00 am. Burial will take place at First Hopkinton Cemetery, Ashaway. The children of Ella Elizabeth Driver would like to thank all who have offered their condolences.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Edwin J. Ustas

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • George P Nicolaides - Cranston, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          (09/25/08) George P. Nicolaides, 82, of Oaklawn Avenue, a retired Meat Department Manager, died Tuesday in Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the devoted husband of Anna M. (Ofcarick) for twenty six years...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Gibeault Sr., William F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            GIBEAULT, WILLIAM F. SR., 92 of New Road passed away Tuesday September 23, 2008 at the R.I. Veterans Home in Bristol. He was the beloved husband of the late Sophy M. (Wnuk) Gibeault. Born in Churubusco, NY he was a son of the late Eugene and Mary (Bibeault) Gibeault. He lived in East Providence for the past 4 years and was formerly of Pawtucket. Before retiring he was employed as a Pharmacist at the former Pinault's Pharmacy of Pawtucket. He was a WW II Army Veteran serving as a Medic in Europe. He was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Hagopian, Alice

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              HAGOPIAN, ALICE 'ARSHALOUS', 97, formerly of Hamilton House, Smith St., North Providence, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Elmhurst Extended Care Facility in Providence. Born in Providence, the beloved daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Hachadourian) Der Hagopian, she lived in Rehoboth and Seekonk, MA, before moving to North Providence in 1994. Alice was office manager at Crestwood Country Club in Rehoboth for 7 years before retiring in 1980, and previously was office manager at the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Hedges, Damon M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                HEDGES, DAMON M., 15, of Fort Street, passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 19, 2008 at home. Born in Providence, he was the son of Damon Fowlkes and Traci Hedges of East Providence. Besides his parents, Damon leaves one sister Makayla M. Hedges, one brother Andrew W. Hedges both of East Providence, his maternal grandparents Claire and Warren Hedges of East Providence; his paternal grandmother Debora Greene of Newport as well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Damon was the grandson of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Janice A Apici - North Providence, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  (09/24/08) APICI, JANICE A. 63, of High Service Avenue passed away Monday September 22, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Ralph O. Apici, Sr. and the late Teresa (Cic...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Johnson, Thure A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    JOHNSON, THURE A. 'TOOT', 93 of Old Diamond Hill Road, passed away Tuesday in Mt. St. Rita Health Center, Cumberland. He was the husband of the late Mary Ruth (Kiley) Johnson. A funeral with military honors will be held Saturday at 8 AM from the J. J. Duffy Funeral Home, 757 Mendon Road, Cumberland, followed by a service at 9 AM in the funeral home. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Cumberland. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Calling hours Friday 4 to 7 PM. Directions/guestbook:…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Margolis, Joseph L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      MARGOLIS, JOSEPH L., 101, a resident of Warwick and longtime resident of Providence, died Wed., Sept. 24, 2008. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Anna (Davidson) Margolis to whom he had been married for 77 years, and his son the late Michael Margolis. Born in Providence, RI, he was a son of the late Morris and Helen (Schiffnagel) Margolis. Mr. Margolis's first job was with City Hall Hardware; in 1929 he started and owned Industrial Supply Co. in Providence. During WWII after working a full…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Mehlmann, Dennis F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        MEHLMANN, DENNIS F., 61, of Evelyn Drive, died on September 23, 2008 at Tuffs New England Medical Center, Boston, MA. He was the beloved husband of Sandra (Assiff) Mehlmann. Born in Philadelphia, PA, a son of the late Francis W. and Roseann (Capozzi) Mehlmann, he lived in Bristol for 25 years. Mr. Mehlmann was a Special Education Teacher at Stevens Children's Home and Durfee High School, Fall River, MA for 20 years before retiring in 2006. Dennis was a communicant of St. Luke Church. Besides his wife,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Morris, Alice E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          MORRIS, ALICE E., 97, of East Bay Manor died Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at home. She was the wife of the late Alfred T. Morris Sr. She was born in Swansea, MA, a daughter of the late Jack & Mary Marques. Mrs. Morris worked part time for the Mono Die Cutting Company before retiring. She leaves one son, Alfred T. Morris Jr. & his wife Joan; one granddaughter, Ann Morris; one sister, Mary Borges, & one brother, George Marques. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10:00…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Nicolaides, George P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            NICOLAIDES, GEORGE P., 82, of Oaklawn Avenue, a retired Meat Department Manager, died Tuesday in Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the devoted husband of Anna M. (Ofcarick) for twenty six years. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was a son of the late Paul and Theresa (Dukakis) Nicolaides. Mr. Nicolaides was a veteran of The United States Navy, having served in World War II. He had been employed with Smith Food King, California for thirty years until his retirement. He was a member of The Church of The…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Oliveira, John C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              OLIVEIRA, JOHN C., 70, of Orlo Avenue, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at home. He was the husband of Alda (Veira) Oliveira. Born in Sao Roqe, he was the son of the late Jacinto deOliveira and Maria daLuz (deMedeiros). John had been a jewelry sample maker for Sardelli and Son Company. Besides his wife, he leaves four daughters Christina A. Oliveira of Bristol, Joanne M. Loux of Burrillville, Pauline M. Williams of Riverside, Kathy Gagnon of Cumberland; three brothers Manuel and Joseph Oliveira both…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Painter, Loretta (Mastriano)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                PAINTER, LORETTA (MASTRIANO), 64, of Ft. Collins, Colo., died Aug. 8, 2008 after a lengthy battle with breast cancer. Loretta was born on Aug. 27, 1943 in Providence. She was the third child of Domenic and Loretta Mastriano. Loretta graduated from Central High in 1961. A Mass will be said in her memory at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27 at St. Mary's Church in Cranston. www.goesfuneralcare.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Pangborn, Cecelia I.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  PANGBORN, CECELIA I., 95 of Wampanoag Trail died Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Chestnut Terrace Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of the late Joseph A. Pangborn Sr. She was born in Providence a daughter of the late F. John & Cecelia I. (Williams) Mathers. Mrs. Pangborn was a member of the Daughters of Isabella, Circle 28 & the Kent Heights Home Demonstration Group. She leaves two sons, Joseph A. Pangborn Jr. & his wife Judith & Robert J. Pangborn, eleven grandchildren & many…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Pauline D. Gince

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Seguin, Alice L. "Grammie" (Hall)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    SEGUIN, ALICE L. (HALL) 'GRAMMIE' 64, of Franklin Street died Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Miriam Hospital, Providence. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late A. Marshall and Hilda M. (Spence) Hall, she had lived in Lincoln for the past 30 years. Mrs. Seguin was a mortgage underwriter for People's Bank and later for Bank of America before retiring 10 years ago. She was a member of Queen Esther Chapter #2, Order of the Eastern Star, Pawtucket and was a member of Girl Scout Troop #41, East…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Steven M. Scungio

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Taillon, Claire E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        TAILLON, CLAIRE E., 78, of St. Antoine Residence died Tuesday September 23, 2008. She was the wife of the late Gerald Taillon A resident of Woonsocket most of her life, she was a daughter of the late Louis T. and Beatrice M. (Dussault) Bernard. Her Catholic faith and family were the center of her life. Mrs. Taillon was a communicant of the former St. Anne Church and a member of Les Dames de Ste. Anne. She was the beloved mother of Gerald D. Taillon of Newburyport, MA, Rev. Marcel L. Taillon, Pastor, St.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Theresa R. Ferland

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Whitaker, Robert D.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Rhode Island Obituaries 09/24/08

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Alice "Grammie" L (Hall) Seguin - Lincoln, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            (09/24/08) Lincoln – Alice L. “Grammie” (Hall) Seguin, 64, of Franklin Street died Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Miriam Hospital, Providence. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late A. Marshall...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Arthur James Krause

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • August Vierra - West Warwick, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                (09/24/08) August Vierra, 87, of Colvin Street, died Wednesday at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Amelia (Amaral) Vierra. Born in West Warwick, he was a son of the late Manuel and Maria Vierra. ...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Berthold M.D., Francis F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  BERTHOLD, FRANCIS F., MD, family physician, originally from Euclid, Ohio, passed away peacefully at age 96 at St. Elizabeth Home in East Greenwich on September 22, 2008. He was born March 4, 1912, in Transylvania, Romania and immigrated to the United States with his family in 1952. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gertrude (Hermel) Berthold. He is survived by daughters, Gertrude Berthold Walker of McLean, VA and Helga Berthold Pregnolato and son in law, John A. Pregnolato of N. Kingstown. Also grieving…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Budziak, Mary M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    BUDZIAK, MARY M., 96, formerly of Carr Street, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at Riverview Healthcare. She was the wife of the late Raymond S. Budziak. A lifelong resident of Coventry, she was a daughter of the late Owen and Emily (Toner) McEnaney. Mary was a member of the AARP and the Coventry Golden Agers. She is survived by her children, Raymond Budziak Jr. and his late wife Lorraine of Coventry, Owen Budziak Sr. and his wife Patricia Ann of West Warwick and Rosemary Gruczka of West Kingston.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Caldarone, Michael A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      CALDARONE, MICHAEL A., 94, of Warwick died Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at Philip Hulitar Home & Hospice Inpatient Center. He was the husband of the late Doris D. (Bouchard) Caldarone for 62 years and a son of the late Ferdinando and Erselia (Golini) Caldarone. Mr. Caldarone was a special ed school bus driver for the Warwick School Dept. for 20 years before retiring. He was also a constable, concrete contractor and cobbler. As a young man, Michael was a successful amateur boxer and was proud although he…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Ciresi, Salvatore W. "Bill"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        CIRESI, SALVATORE W. 'BILL', 80 of Cranston passed away September 22, 2008 at Cedar Crest Nursing Centre, Cranston. He was the beloved husband of Evelyn A. (Carnevale) Ciresi. Mr and Mrs. Ciresi have been married for 56 years. Born in Providence a son of the late Anthony and Florence (DeAngelis) Ciresi. Mr Ciresi was a Social Worker for the State of R.I. working with Visual Handicap Children before retiring. He was also a former Auditor for the State of R.I. Mr. Ciresi also worked at the former…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Delorme, Gertrude M. (Rondeau)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          DELORME, GERTRUDE M. (RONDEAU), age 97, formerly of Wakefield and Baker Streets, passed away, surrounded by her family, September 22, 2008, at the Riverview Healthcare Community in Coventry. She was the wife of the late Vilmer Delorme. She was born February 19, 1911. She was the daughter of the late Edmond and Emilie (Smith) Rondeau. Mrs. Delorme was a lifelong resident of West Warwick. She was an avid reader and enjoyed sewing and painting with oils and pastels. She also did quilting and crochet work. She…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Edwin J. Ustas

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Feeney, Francis P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              FEENEY, FRANCIS P., 86, formerly of East Bay Manor, Wampanoag Trail, Riverside and Robin Hood Drive, Riverside, died on September 22, 2008. Born in Providence, a son of the late Francis P. and Catherine (Healey) Feeney, Sr., he lived in Riverside for 50 years. Mr. Feeney was the Chief Financial Officer for the American Universal Insurance Co. for 34 years before retiring in 1981. Francis was a communicant of St. Brendan Church. He was a member of the Wannamoisett Country Club and the Air Force Retirees…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Furtado, Peter P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                FURTADO, PETER P., 76, of 72 Ramblewood Estates in Coventry died Wednesday, September 17 at Kent Hospital. Born in West Warwick, he was the son of the late Miguel Furtado and Maria (Medeiros) Furtado Brum. Peter worked at Kaman Aerospace and for the State of Rhode Island. He also was a past president of the Holy Ghost Society of West Warwick. He is survived by his two sons Eric and Gary, two loving granddaughters Ali and Sami, and 2 sisters Alice Wagner and Pauline Little. He will also be sadly missed by…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Grandchamp, William M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  GRANDCHAMP, WILLIAM M. 'BILLY', 28, of Coventry, died unexpectedly Saturday at home. He was the beloved son of Jo-Ann (Caires) Rego, and her husband Norbert Rego, and William C. Grandchamp, and his wife Susan Grandchamp. Billy was involved in the family business, refurbishing homes, for the past several years, and previously worked at General Dynamics, Quonset Point, North Kingstown, for several years. An avid sports fan, Billy loved to wear his coordinated jerseys and matching hats, and loved to…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Greene, Nadine M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Janice A Apici - North Providence, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      (09/24/08) APICI, JANICE A. 63, of High Service Avenue passed away Monday September 22, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Ralph O. Apici, Sr. and the late Teresa (Cic...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Johnson, Joyce A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        JOHNSON, JOYCE A., 62, died Sept. 22, 2008. Mother of four and grandmother of four. A Mass of Christian Burial in St. Thomas Church, Fruit Hill Ave., Providence, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, at 9:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited. Arrangements are by the J. F. SKEFFINGTON CHAPEL.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Joseph Arthur "Art" LeBlanc - Pawtucket, RI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          (09/23/08) Pawtucket ~ Joseph Arthur “Art” LeBlanc, 90, passed away Monday, September 22, 2008 at home. He was the beloved husband of the late Dorothy M. (Purnell) LeBlanc for 63 years. Born in Providence, a...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Krenkel, Constance Marie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            may call Wednesday 4-7 p.m in the ANDERSON-WINFIELD Funeral Home, Route 44 at Greenville Common, Greenville. In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to Shawomet Baptist Church or VNS Hospice, 6 Blackstone Valley Place, Lincoln, RI 02865. For messages of condolence and directions please visit www.andersonwinfield.net

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • LeBlanc, Joseph Arthur

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              LeBLANC, JOSEPH ARTHUR 'ART', 90, passed away Monday, September 22, 2008 at home. He was the beloved husband of the late Dorothy M. (Purnell) LeBlanc for 63 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Arthur and Ellevina (Therrien) Le- Blanc, he resided in Pawtucket since 1952. Art was a World War II U.S. Army Air Corps veteran. He was a salesman for the Table Talk Pie Company for many years until retiring in 1976. Art had a passion for hockey, even in his 90th year he enjoyed attending the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Leo Charles Maynard

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Mesiti, Benito I.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  MESITI, BENITO I., 67, of North Long St., Johnston passed away Monday, September 22, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence. He was the beloved husband of Shirley (Fracasso) Mesiti. They were married 35 years. He was born in Gioiosa Marina (RC), Italy a son of the late Giuseppe and Milena (Paino) Mesiti. Mr. Mesiti was the owner of Benji Auto Body in Smithfield, and was a member of the Auto Body Association and was the Past President of Circolo Giovanni XXIII. He also served in the Italian…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Milazzo, Dorothy A. (Fusco)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    MILAZZO, DOROTHY A. (FUSCO), of Charles Street, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, September 23rd. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Angela (Pierro) Fusco and had been the wife of William Milazzo for 67 years. She was the mother of William M. Milazzo, Barbara A. Mooradian and Dorothy J. Dynan; sister of William Fusco, Evelyn Earley and the late Agnes Letteri and Leo Fusco; grandmother of 8 and great-grandmother of 7. Relatives and friends are invited to…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Mularz, Mary E. (McPhillips)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      MULARZ, MARY E. (McPHILLIPS), 83, of Pawtucket, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at the Little Sisters of the Poor, Jeanne Jugan Home, Pawtucket. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Wilde) McPhillips. Mrs. Mularz was a lace worker in the Textile Industry for several years, retiring in 1992. She had also worked as a CNA and a volunteer at the Jeanne Jugan Home, and was also a friendly visitor. She is survived by a son, John…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Oliveira, John C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        OLIVEIRA, JOHN C., 70, of Orlo Avenue, passed away Tuesday September 23, 2008 at home. He was the husband of Alda (Veira) Oliveira. Born in Ponta Delgada Sao Miguel Azores he was the son of the late Manuel and Maria (do Santo Christo) deOliveira. John had been a jewelry sample maker for Sardelli and Son Company. Besides his wife, he leaves four daughters Christina A. Oliveira of Bristol, Joanne M. Loux of Burrillville, Pauline M. Williams of Riverside, Kathy Gagnon of Cumberland; three brothers Manuel and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Pannone, Leontina

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          PANNONE, LEONTINA 'LEE', 95, of Brow Street, Barrington died Monday, September 22, at Crestwood Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Salvatore Pannone. Born in Barrington a daughter of the late Guiseppe And Columbia Andreozzi. She was a member of Holy Angels Church, Barrington Senior Citizens, and enjoyed bingo, playing cards and dancing. She Leaves one daughter with whom she lived Joanne DeFeo and her husband Joe, the late Ernest Pannone, and Stephen Pannone of Barrington; one brother John…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Pauline D. Gince

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Remington, Barbara E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            REMINGTON, BARBARA E., 90, of Pine Avenue, Barrington, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 22, 2008 at Orchard View Manor in East Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Holden Remington. They were married for 57 years. Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late George A. August, a champion of the Green Acres preservation project in Barrington, and the late Ida (Boler) August of 70 Annawamscutt Road and sister of the late George A. August, Jr. of Bethlehem, PA. Barbara attended the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Sano Sr., Peter F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              SANO, PETER F., SR., 73, of Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008, at Kent County Hospital, Warwick. He was the husband of Janice C. (Hebert) Sano. They were married for seventeen years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Frank and Mary (Fedele) Sano. Mr. Sano was a sales representative for the former Standard Uniform Company of Pawtucket for twenty years before retiring in 1997. He was a US Army veteran. Besides his wife he is survived by his children, Patricia A.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Silva, Henry M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                SILVA, HENRY M. 60, of Knollwood Circle, died September 22, 2008, at Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Sandra 'Sandi' (Hodgeman) Silva. He was born on February 6, 1948, in Graciosa, Azores. He was the son of the late Manuel and Luzia 'Lucy' (Athaide) DeSilva. He was a self-employed contractor and owner of HM Silva Homebuilders for 30 years. He was a US Army veteran serving during the Vietnam Conflict. He earned a business degree at…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Steven M. Scungio

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Theresa R. Ferland

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Tomasso-Gledhill, Florance

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      TOMASSO-GLEDHILL, FLORANCE, 88, of Warwick, died Tuesday at Kent Hospital, Warwick. She was the wife of Raymond E. Tomasso and the widow of the late William H. Gledhill. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Albert and Irene (Cloutier) Fuderer. Florance received an associates degree from the University of New Hampshire. She worked as credit manager for Brown & Sharpe before working as a manager for several Credit Unions. Besides her husband she is survived by a niece Marcia Gee, a grandniece Angel…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Waksler, Alvin

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        WAKSLER, ALVIN, 83, died Tuesday in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Adele (Rosen) Waksler. They were married for 58 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Israel and Eva (Sief) Waksler, he had lived in Cranston for over 50 years. Alvin was a WW-II Third Army veteran, serving in the European Theatre. He was an electrical hardware salesman for many years, retiring in 1996. He was a lifelong Red Sox and Boston Bruins Fan. Devoted father of Ilene Moore and her husband, Dennis, of Cranston and…