| ALVES, KENTRELL 'TUDY', 27, of Camp Street, died Wednesday at Miriam Hospital. Born in Providence, a daughter of Kenneth D. Alves of Providence and Eunice McLain of Pawtucket. Besides her parents, Tudy is survived by brother, Kenneth Alves of East Providence, and sisters, Hope Destin and Jealisa Alves, both of Providence, and Latrice McKenney and Janay McKenney, both of North Kingston. Funeral 11am tomorrow in Bright Funeral Home, 290 Public Street, Providence; viewing begins at 10am. Cremation will… ANESTA, EMILY M. (CENEDELLA), 90, formerly of Milford, MA, died Sunday morning (July 20) at the Beaumont Skilled Nursing Home in Northbridge, MA, after a period of declining health. She was the widow of the late A. Veto Anesta who died in 2000. She is survived by (1) son, Atty. Joseph A. Anesta and his wife, Ann, of Cranston; (1) sister, Elizabeth Morawiec of Milford; (2) grandsons, Thomas and James Anesta, both of Cranston; (1) sister-in-law, Natalie Cenedella of Hudson, MA; her dear friends, Catherine and… BOURGAULT, EDWARD JOSEPH III 'EDDIE', 48, passed away on Saturday, July 19th surrounded by his loving family and friends at Lahey Clinic after battling Cancer. Born April 3, 1960, he was the son of Edward Joseph 'Ted' Bourgault, Jr. of Pawtucket and Barbara (Clavin) Robitaille of Attleboro, stepson of David Robitaille. He was a graduate of St. Raphael Academy in Pawtucket. Edward was enlisted in the U.S. Air Force from 1978 to 1980. He is survived by three brothers and seven sisters, James… BOYLAN, DAVID R., 85, of Gould Avenue, died peacefully at home Sunday after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Janet M. (Olson) Boylan. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late John T. and Mary A. (Sullivan) Boylan of Ireland. Mr. Boylan retired from Narragansett Electric Company in 1988 after 38 years. He was a graduate of LaSalle Academy and the U.S. Merchant Marines Officer's Candidate School. He served as a second mate in the Merchant Marines during WWII. Mr. Boylan was… Burrell, Nancy Ruth (Crockett) BURRELL, NANCY RUTH (CROCKETT), went on to be with the Lord on July 16, 2008. She is preceded in passing by both of her parents, the late Carrie Louise and Ernest Crockett, and brother Charles Crockett. She leaves behind her husband Stephen Burrell, Sons: Kennard and Curtis Burrell, and Daughter: Angela Terrell. She is survived by three siblings: Yvette Engram (Bobby) of Jacksonville, FL, Ernest Crockett Jr., and Anita Crockett, both of Providence. Services will be held at 10am at Bright Funeral Home, 290… CARLSON, ESTHER L. (WEST), 100, formerly of Rumford, died on Saturday, July 19, 2008 at Waterview Villa. She was the wife of the late Harold Carlson. Born in Rumford, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Della (Polsey) West. She is survived by a son, Robert Carlson and his wife Jane, a daughter, Betty Ann Bentley and her husband Raymond, a sister Della Mayforth, five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Her Funeral and Burial will be private. Arrangements entrusted to J. H. Williams & Co.… D'ABROSCA, GERTRUDE E., 83, a long time resident of East Greenwich, passed away July 21, 2008. She was the wife of the late John P. D'Abrosca. Born in Warwick, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Mathilda (Boulet) LeBeau. She is survived by her sons: John P. Jr., Michael J. and Thomas M. D'Abrosca; siblings: Theresa Ferrette of E. Greenwich and Leo LeBeau of Sun City, FL; and three grandchildren. She was the mother of the late Peter J. D'Abrosca, CFD and sister of the late Irene… DASDAGULIAN, MARIA, of the Bridge at Cherry Hill in Johnston and formerly of Admiral St., died on Monday, July 21, 2008. Miss Dasdagulian was born in Providence, a daughter of the late Margos and Lucia (Giragosian) Dasdagulian. She was a secretary for Textron for many years. She is survived by two sisters, Alice Mildner of Warwick and Roxie Ananian of Melrose, MA. She was the sister of the late Hagop and Michael Dasdagulian, Lillian Janigian and Margaret Hagopian. She leaves a sister in law Lucille… DAVOL, VIOLA B., 74 of Virginia Street, Warren passed away July 20, 2008. She was the wife of the late William E. Davol. Born in Warren, she was the daughter of the late William and Albina (Joly) Greenwood. Viola worked for Well Made Dress for 25 years and then she worked for Chase Collections for 5 years before retiring in 1998. She was a member of the Garment Worker's Union of Fall River and she was a communicant of St. Jean Baptiste Church. She was the mother of David W. Davol of Riverside and Donna… DiROCCO, MICHAEL A. JR., 61, of Staghead Parkway, formerly of Warwick, a heavy-equipment auto mechanic for the city of Warwick for 30 years died Sunday, July 20, 2008 at the home of his daughter. He was the husband of Kathleen M. (Fillissey) DiRocco for 38 years and was a son of the late Michael A. and Anntoinetta (Gugliemo) Di- Rocco, Sr. Michael was the father of Michael A. DiRocco, III and Lisa Ann Gustafson. Brother of Pasquale A. Di- Rocco, Sr. and grandfather of Robert E. Gustafson, Jr. Also survived… FORTIER, ROLAND O., 87, of London Ave., Pawtucket, died Saturday, July 19, 2008. He was the husband of Gemma (Lamoureux) Fortier and was a Navy veteran of WWII. Besides his wife, he is survived by five sons: Alan, Mark, Peter, Claude and Vincent Fortier and four daughters: Elise LaCroix, Mary-Lynne Malec, Nancy Ballou and Julie Shields. Funeral Thursday at 9:30 AM from Darlington Mortuary of L. Heroux & Son, 1042 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM in St. Cecilia Church,… GERSHMAN, GEORGE, 100, of Worcester, MA, died Sunday, July 20th. His wife Leah (Hodes) Gershman died in 1993. He leaves two daughters, Lois, wife of Michael Gutman of Mashpee, MA, and Deborah Teicher and her partner Robert O'Connor of Fitchburg, MA; a brother, Abraham Gershman of Providence; two sisters-in-law, Ruth (Davis) Gershman of Warwick and Eleanor (Klein) Gershman of San Francisco; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by three brothers, Harry, Paul and Edward… GREAVES, AIDA H., 93, of Welfare Avenue, died Saturday, July 19, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Harry Greaves. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late James and Ada (Russell) Hamilton and was a devoted mother and grandmother. She is survived by her son David H. Greaves and his wife Maureen of Cranston, and her two grandchildren Douglas H. Greaves of Newport and Hilary C. Greaves of Cranston. Mrs. Greaves was a volunteer serving on the Board of Directors at the St. Elizabeth Home for… HUMPHRIES, WILLIAM T., JR., died Sunday, July 20. He was the husband of the late Edna Gilmore Humphries and father of Barry Humphries and William T. Humphries, III. Full obituary at monahandrabblesherman.com NATALY, CONSTANCE V., 90, of Pawtucket Avenue, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2008 in Eastgate Nursing Home, East Providence. She was the wife of the late Edward F. Nataly. Born in Fall River, Mass., she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Madeline (DeNardo) Caruso. She leaves one daughter, Carolyn Nataly of East Providence; one son, Edward 'Ted' Nataly and his wife Elaine Rasmussen of Exeter; and her sister-in-law and her husband, Beatrice and Lomer Lapointe of Fall River, Mass. She was the… O'NEIL, SEAN M., of West Warwick, RI, formerly of Brookline, MA. July 18, 2008. Beloved husband of Shannon C.M. (McQueen) O'Neil. Loving son of Mary (McDonagh) Garbarino and her husband James of West Warwick, RI and George D. O'Neil and his partner Denese Saulnier of Ashland, MA. Dear brother of Bryan P. O'Neil and his wife Andyeliz of Brookline, MA. James Garbarino, Jr. and his partner Monica of FL., and Ashley Garbarino of West Warwick, RI. Son in law of Cheryl McQueen of NH and the late… PORTAS BERIAS, ALBERTO 'TITO', 86, of Kolb Road, Tuscon, AZ, died Sunday at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of Hortensia (Hernandez) Portas. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, a son of the late Rosalio and Balvina (Berias) Portas, he was a former Cranston resident and had lived in Tucson for the past 14 years. Mr. Portas was a took maker for Augut, Inc. He was a registered patent holder with the U.S. Trademark and Patent Office; he also was a writer and researcher who published several… RICCI, GILBERT D., 77, of Shippee Schoolhouse Road, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 19th at the Rhode Island Hospital. Born in North Providence, he was the son of the late Angelo and Theresa (Pate) Ricci and the husband of the late Chiyoko (Yamakawa) Ricci. Mr. Ricci was a heavy equipment operator before retiring. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He was the father of Suzanne M. Borino; grandfather of Alicia L. and Alex G.… ROBERTI, CELIA, M. (COLE), 90, died Sunday, July 20, 2008 at her residence, the Avalon Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Charles R. Roberti and a daughter of the late Manuel and Mary (Silva) Cole. Celia was employed as a footpress operator for Martelli Jewelry and BB Greenberg before retiring. She was a member of the SNMI Bowling League at the Cranston Bowl and also an avid bingo player. She was the beloved mother of Thomas R. Cole, Charlotte A. Porter, Beverly A. Manson, Patricia A. Kelly, Albert… ROY, ARMAND E., of Bloodgood St., died Sunday. He was the husband of Marie Y. (Picard) Roy. Born in St. Hughes, Canada he was the son of the late Aime and Aldea (Van Dale) Roy. Mr. Roy and his wife owned and operated the former Blue Bonnet Cafe on Broadway, Pawtucket for over 35 years retiring in 1985. Mr. Roy was a Staff Sgt. for the US Army serving during WWII and received the Silver Star for gallantry in action. Surviving besides his wife are four sons; Dennis A. Roy of Budd Lake, NJ, Alan M. Roy of… STEVENS, HOWARD G., 71, of Pocasset Bay Manor, Johnston, and formerly of Providence, a retired firefighter for the Providence Fire Department, died July 19, 2008 at Roger Williams Hospital. Born in Providence, a son of the late Howard G. Stevens, Sr., and Wanda J. (Beilan) Stevens-Hunt, he lived in Providence most of his life. Mr. Stevens was a firefighter for the Providence Fire Department for 17 years, and served on Ladder 5, Ladder 10, and Ladder 8. His last assignment was as a chauffeur for then Chief… STILES, ARLENE S. (SPIRITO), 73, of Woonasquatucket Avenue, North Providence, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, North Providence. She was the wife of the late Charles K. Stiles. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Carlo and Antonette (Ruggieri) Spirito. She is survived by her children Kenneth Stiles, Dawn Sinesi, Keith Stiles and Brian Stiles. She was the grandmother of nine and sister of Florence Marshall, Carlo and Edwin Spirito, and the late Josephine… Tarbell, Helen Mary (Pilkington) TARBELL, HELEN MARY (PILKINGTON), died peacefully July 20, 2008 at her home in Naples, FL. Born and raised in Providence, RI, Helen married Bob Tarbell and they moved to Hudson, MA. They lived in Vestal, NY before moving to Naples in 1997. Helen is survived by her loving husband Bob, their 6 daughters, sons-in-law, 10 grandchildren, one great-grandson, and many nieces and nephews. She is survived by one sister, Ann McBride and brother-in-law, Francis, of Barrington, RI, and one sister-in-law, Margaret… THOMAS, CAROLYN, M., 67, died Monday, July 21, 2008 at home. A lifelong resident of Warwick, she was the daughter of Loretta M. (Frazier) Thomas and the late Paul Thomas. She was the beloved mother of Cheryl A. Smith, Colette R. Laprade, Charlene R. Flamand, Norman D. Flamand, Jr. and Deanna E. Lackey. Sister of Paul J. and Edward L. Thomas. Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter. Her funeral service will be held Friday at 10 am in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Chapel, 2435… |
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 07/22/08
Monday, July 21, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 07/21/08
| and friends are invited to attend the funeral service to be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly. Burial will be private. AZEVEDO, M. JOAN (BOUSQUET), 73, a receptionist for the J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center for the past 5 years, died Friday, July 18, 2008 at home. She was the wife of Frank H. Azevedo and a daughter of the late Albert and Sarah (McMulkin) Bousquet. Beloved mother of Sabrina M. and Angelique S. Azevedo and sister of Conrad Bousquet. Joan was a communicant of St. Kevin Church. She always looked forward to weekends where she spent time with her family shopping and dining out; clams casino were her favorite.… BABIGIAN, BABIG R. 'BOB', 82, of Grassmere St., Warwick, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2008 at Kent County Memorial Hospital in Warwick surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Rose (Almeida) Babigian and the late Mary (Topalian) Babigian. Born in Providence, a son of the late Depan and Zahig (Bejian) Babigian, he resided in Warwick since 1963. Bob was a tooling engineer and model maker for Hasbro, Inc. in Pawtucket for many years before retiring in 1988. He was a… BERTONCINI, EZIO 'BERT', 84, of Garvin Street, passed away peacefully Friday, July 18, 2008 in Miriam Hospital, Providence. He was the husband of the late Elinor Bertoncini Born February 14, 1924 in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late Antonio and Mary (Bette) Bertoncini. He resided in Cumberland for most of his life. He was a Sergeant in the Army Air Corps serving our country during both WWII and Korea. He retired in 1974 as an Aircraft Inspector at the Quonset Naval Base. He later was employed by… BRAGA, ANTONIO L., 85, of Summit Street, died unexpectedly Saturday evening, July 19, 2008 at the Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of Maria Angelina (Sousa) Braga. Born April 23, 1923, in Santa Maria, Azores, he was a son of the late Manuel Inacio Braga and Jacinta Jesus Lima. Mr. Braga came to the United States in 1967 and worked at American Insulated Wire for 21 years before retiring in 1988. In addition to his wife of 61 years, he leaves his daughters, Maria Helena Rodrigues of East Providence… CADY, JOHN ARNOLD, formerly of Wakefield, RI, died on Friday July 18, 2008 at Chatsworth at Devonshire, Palm Beach Gardens, FL. He was the son of the late Stanley Green and Alice Livermore Cady. Mr. Cady was a graduate of Wentworth Institute of Technology, Boston, MA. He was an Army veteran serving in the 11th Airborne Division as a Rifle Parachutist and Athletic Instructor in Japan during the Occupational Force. Mr. Cady was an avid sailor in his youth, winning two Narraganset Bay Championships on… DUBE, JOHN E., SR., 57, of Eisenhower Drive, died Saturday, at the V.A. Medical Center, Providence. He was the husband of Susan C. (Bachman) Dube. Born in Providence, son of the late Joseph and Enrichetta (Iacobbo) Dube. He was a USMC Vietnam War Veteran. He had owned and operated John Dube Auto Maintenance for many years. He was an auto mechanic for Smithfield Service. He was devoted to his family, his wife, kids and his grandchildren. Besides his wife he is survived by his 2 sons, John E. Dube, Jr. of… DUPRAS, GERTRUDE (PINCINCE), 90, formerly of North Garden Street, passed away Saturday in Harbourside Healthcare, Warwick. She was the wife of the late William J. Dupras. Born in St. Charles de Mandeville, Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Hermenegilde and Edwilda (Mousseau) Pincince. She resided in Cumberland for over 50 years. She was employed by Hasbro Inc. of Pawtucket for 25 years, retiring in 1982. She leaves her son, Robert G. Dupras of Cumberland; a daughter, Diane M. McNamara of… FARIAS, RUSSELL, 74, of Pembroke Ave., husband of Shirley (Anderson) Farias, died unexpectedly July 19, 2008 Father of Diana Santo, Deborah Medeiros, and Patricia, Michael, and Stephen Farias and of the late Russell Farias. His funeral will be Wednesday at 11am in the REBELLO FUNERAL HOME, 901 Broadway, East Providence, with military honors and burial following at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Calling hours will be Tuesday 5-8pm. www.rebellofuneralhome.com HUSTED, RITA M., 91, formerly of Eisenhower Drive, a floor supervisor for 45 years with the former Mangan Company in Providence before retiring, died Friday, July 18, 2008 at Haven Health Center. Born in Johnston, she was a daughter of the late Herbert J. and Laura (Boulanger) Picard. She had been a resident of Smithfield since 1954. She is survived by her daughter Georgena Kelly and her husband, John of Greenville and Pompano Beach, FL, five grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and a sister Lorraine… JACKSON, CLYDE E., 61, of Cranberry Road passed away Saturday July 19, 2008 at home. Born in Providence a son of the late Joe and Yolanda (Calabro) Jackson. He was the husband of Kathleen (O'Brien) Jackson Mr. Jackson was a Korean War Army Veteran. He was employed by Restivo's Heating & Air Conditioning Services. Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Joe Jackson, his daughter Kristine Caracciolo, both of North Providence, his brother Keith Jackson of West Warwick and five grandchildren.… Morse-Manchester, Barbara L. (Ames) MORSE-MANCHESTER, BARBARA L. (AMES), 76, of Starboard Avenue, went to be with the Lord Saturday at Yale-New Haven Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Samuel A. Manchester and the former wife of the late Earl B. Morse. Born in Lewiston, ME, she was a daughter of the late George F. and Jeanette (May) Ames. Besides her husband she leaves seven children, Brenda F. Crawley, Donna M. Hanks, Frank E. Morse, Ritchie F. Morse, Robert E. Morse, Randy A. Morse and Tammy L. Olszewski; two brothers, Skip and Gordon… PELOSI, ROBERT J., 56, of Cranston, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2008 at home. He was the former husband of Donna Rivera-Levasseur. Born in Providence, he was the son of Jennie (Walaska) Pelosi and the late John Pelosi. Robert had been a carpenter and supervisor for the State of RI at the Mental Health and Rehabilitation Hospital until his retirement in 2007. Besides his former wife and mother, he is survived by two sons, Robert J. Pelosi and Jeremie N. Pelosi; three brothers, John Pelosi and his wife… ROBIN, DAVID 51, July 15, 2008 of Sand Hill Cove Rd. Narragansett. Husband of Jane E. (Fogerty) Robin Visiting hour in the Forbes Funeral Home, 28 Columbia St. Wakefield, Tuesday from 10:00-11:00am, followed by a Memorial Service at 11:00am. Burial will be private. WALDMAN, H. LEONARD, Douglas Dr., died Wednesday. He was the beloved husband of Lillian (Robinson) Waldman. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Isaac and Sarah (Pantelis) Waldman. He was manager for Stewart Distributing Co. Leonard was a WWII Army veteran, serving in the European Theatre, Third Army, Fourth Armored Division. He was a member of Touro Fraternal Association, the Jewish War Veterans, Providence Hebrew Free Loan and was President of the RI Jewish Bowling Congress. He was a graduate of… |
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 07/20/08
| BERTONCINI, EZIO 'BERT' 84, of Garvin Street, passed away peacefully Friday, July in Miriam Hospital, Providence. He was the husband of the late Elinor Bertoncini Born February 14, 1924 in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late Antonio and Mary (Bette) Bertoncini. He resided in Cumberland for most of his life. He was a Sergeant in the Army Air Corps serving our country during both WWII and Korea. He retired in 1974 as an Aircraft Inspector at the Quonset Naval Base. He later was employed by the… Bowden Jr., H. Winton "Winnie" BOWDEN, JR. H. WINTON 'WINNIE' 76, of Woodstock Drive died Saturday at Kent Hospital. He was the husband of Janet L. (Hickey) Bowden. Born in Providence, a son of the late Horace W. and M. Myrtle (Trainor) Bowden, he had lived in Warwick for the past 42 years. Mr. Bowden was a weather stripper and door installer for 40 years before retiring in 2003. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean War and a member of the Warwick ELKS for 43 years. Besides his wife, he leaves 1 son, Lt. Col. Horace W. Bowden III… BURKE, THOMAS M., 72, of Harris Avenue, passed away Thursday at home surrounded by his family after a five year courageous battle with cancer. He was the husband of Mary D. (Bannon) Burke. They had been married for 50 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late John J. and Mildred F. (Burke) Burke. He was a resident of West Warwick for most of his life. Mr. Burke was a textile printer with various textile companies for 30 years before retiring and later becoming the director of transportation for the… CAPRARO, MARY (BARBATO), 92, of Delway Rd., Cranston, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2008 at Steere House in Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Albert Capraro. Born in Teano, Italy, a daughter of the late Louis and Carmela (Campobianco) Barbato, she came to the U.S. in 1926 settling in Providence, moving to Cranston in 1965. Mrs. Capraro worked in the jewelry industry for many years, before retiring. She was the devoted mother of Maria A. Houston and her husband Neil of North Kingstown and… DeFALCO, PAUL V., of Warwick, died Saturday, July 19, 2008. He was the husband of Rita A. DeFalco. Father of Paul V. DeFalco, Jr. and Derek M. DeFalco. Grandfather of Chelsea L. Malone and Dillon M. DeFalco. Sister of Jeannine Vaughn. As all of Pauls friends and family will attest, he was a man of integrity, and known to be friendly and always willing to help others in his work, social, and family life. He was an avid boater, fisherman, and golfer, where he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.… DESMARAIS, GILBERT A., 76, of Constitution Street in Bristol passed away Thursday July 17 at the Miriam Hospital in Providence, RI. He was the devoted husband of Joan (Bolduc) Desmarais. Born in Bristol he was the son of the late George & Rose (Alma) Desmarais. Mr. Desmarais worked for RI Manufacturing/Converse for 28 years before leaving to take a position with Raytheon in Portsmouth in 1980. He retired in 1993. He was a lifelong resident of Bristol. Mr. Desmarais was a communicant of St. Mary Church… Frederiksen, Winifred Valentine FREDERIKSEN, WINIFRED VALENTINE, 89, died June 4, 2008 at Providence Alaska Medical Center. She was born in Shelton, Connecticut to Harriet (Terrill) and Winfred Valentine September 29, 1918. She moved to Rhode Island in 1952 and was a physical education teacher in Warwick from 1962 until 1979. She lived in Venice, Florida from 1979 to 2003 and spent her last five years in Anchorage with her daughter and grandson. She is survived by two sons, Robert Frederiksen of Texas and Terrill Frederiksen of… GILBERT, NORMAN B., 94, of South County Trail, West Kingston, and formerly of The Peace Dale House, died Saturday. He was the husband of the late Florence (Burgess) Gilbert. Born in Duane, NY, he was a son of the late Frank J. and Susie A. (Champlin) Gilbert. Mr. Gilbert was the Captain of a research vessel for Johns Hopkins Chesapeake Bay Institute. Previously he was a commercial fisherman out of Pt. Judith for many years. He leaves two daughters, Teresa and her husband Edward Timpson of Narragansett,… JACKSON, BARBARA P., died on July 7, 2008. She was a daughter of Donald E. Jackson and Rachel Smith Jackson. Miss Jackson is survived by seven nieces and nephews. She was the sister of E. Smith Jackson, D. Eldredge Jackson, Jr. and Harriet J. Phelps all of whom predeceased her. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday July 21, 2008, at the Chapel at Swan Point Cemetery. KAVANAGH, OWEN M. 'MIKE', 68, of Fruit Hill Ave., died Friday at The Bridge at Cherry Hill, Johnston. He was the former husband of the late Patricia A. (Karowski) Kavanagh. Born in Providence, a son of the late Bernard J. and Veronica (Connelly) Kavanagh, he lived in Providence most of his life before moving to North Providence fifteen years ago. Mike was a policeman with the Providence Police Department for twenty-eight years, retiring with the rank of Sergeant, in 1991. He was a member of the… LUND, WILLIAM H. JR., 81, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at Hopkins Manor, North Providence. He was the beloved and devoted husband of Helen (DiPalma) Lund. Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late William and Edith (Kendrick) Lund. Mr. Lund was employed by the US Postal Service for several years before retiring. He was an Army Air Force Veteran of World War II. Besides his wife, he is survived by his son, Dennis Lund and his wife Patrice of Exeter, and his granddaughter, Briana, a… McELROY, ROBERT J., 70 of Rushmore Avenue, formerly Leah Street, died Monday at home. Born in New York City, NY, he was a son of the late Edward B. and Josephine A. (Weeks) McElroy. Mr. McElroy was an educator in both the Cranston and Warwick School Systems. He was a graduate of Cranston High School, and the University of Rhode Island where he received his Masters in Educational Math. He enjoyed art and computer graphics, and was active in Democrat politics. During the Civil Rights Movement he was involved… McGuire, Elvira C. Vera (Vollucci) McGUIRE, ELVIRA C. VERA (VOLLUCCI), 93, of Greenwich Avenue died Friday at the Roger Williams Medical Center. She was the wife of the late William F. McGuire. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Vincenzo and Lucia (Gervasio) Vollucci, she had been a lifelong Providence resident before moving to Warwick 2 years ago. She leaves 2 daughters, Karen L. O'Connell of Providence and Wilma J. Maisano of Warwick. Sister of Matthew Vollucci of Providence and the late Henrietta Primevera, Filomena Wilks,… McKENNA, EUGENE F. SR., 85 of Bradenton, FL, formerly of Scituate, RI. Died July 15, 2008. Husband of Sonja McKenna, husband of late Lucy Anderson McKenna. Born in Providence to Eugene S. McKenna (Providence Police Dept) and Adelaide McKenna RN (RI Hospital). Educated in the Providence Public Schools. Served in the US Navy during WWII as an Aviation Machinist Mate. Retired from both Otis Elevator, Tropicana, Bradenton. He was a licensed real estate broker in Florida at the time of his death. He is survived… Nanni, Irma Angela "Nonna" (Mazzon) NANNI, IRMA ANGELA (MAZZON) 'NONNA', 95, of Providence, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Giovanni Nanni. Born in Brugnera, Italy, Irma was the daughter of the late Domenico and Teresa Mazzon. Mrs. Nanni had been employed by Fatima Hospital in the Housekeeping Department before her retirement. Irma loved to crochet but was happiest in her role as the family matriarch. She is survived by her dear daughter, Dolores Easton; her devoted granddaughters, Lisa… RAMSTAD, YNGVE, a longtime University of Rhode Island economics professor and former department chair, died July 5, 2008, of complications from ALS. He was 67. The Rhode Island chapter of the ALS Association honored Yngve with its Brian Dickinson Courage Award on June 12. Although Yngve was unable to attend, more than three dozen colleagues and friends, including two from his high school years, were present. His daughter, Kathryn Ramstad-Albert, accepted the award on his behalf. Yngve was born March 20,… Ulla Karin Ros�n, 98, of Stockholm, Sweden, died on July 18, 2008. She was the mother of Karin McCormick, of Watch Hill. Ulla was a visitor to Watch Hill every summer and during Christmas from 1972 through 2003. At the age of 93, she made her last visit to the United States for her granddaughter Lisa McCormick Mannix's wedding. Ulla lived her entire life in Stockholm. She was an outgoing and fun-loving person. Following the death of her husband in 1954, Ulla became a social worker in hospitals and… SWEPSON, MARY LIMA, 98 passed away July 17th 2008. She is survived by 1 brother George S. Lima, 5 children Shirley Swepson, Arnold Swepson, Mary Lou Young Walter Swepson and Christopher Swepson and the late Dolores Smith. Viewing Trinity Memorial Gardens 727 376-7824. VERDI, LESTER D., 86, of Providence, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2008 at home. He was the husband of the late Mary (Lessard) Verdi and the late Elizabeth (Santopietro) Verdi. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Antonio and Bernardine (Bestardo) Verdi. Lester had worked for the Rhode Island College Dining Services. A baseball enthusiast and Yankee fan, he played semi-pro baseball in the 1940's and was a RI State Champion in Table Tennis. An army infantry veteran of WWII, he served in the… WALDMAN, H. LEONARD, Douglas Dr., died Wednesday. He was the beloved husband of Lillian (Robinson) Waldman. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Isaac and Sarah (Pantelis) Waldman. He was manager for Stewart Distributing Co. Leonard was a WWII Army veteran, serving in the European Theatre, Third Army, Fourth Armored Division. He was a member of Touro Fraternal Association, the Jewish War Veterans, Providence Hebrew Free Loan and was President of the RI Jewish Bowling Congress. He was a graduate of… |
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 07/19/08
| and relatives are invited to a short visitation time at 11AM Tuesday in the Red Wood Chapel at Swan Point Cemetery, Providence, immediately followed by a funeral service and interment. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Watch Hill Care and Rehabilitation Center, Resident Council Fund, 79 Watch Hill Road, Westerly, RI 02891. averystortifuneralhome.com for guest book and directions. DOLLARHIDE, THOMAS W., age 57, of 9 Etelvina Ct., Bristol, died Thursday at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Patricia C. (Guzman) Dollarhide, his wife of 9 years. Born in Pueblo, CO he was the son of Lois (Dipert) Dollarhide of Mohawk, TN. A resident of Bristol for 7 years, he previously resided in Tiverton for many years. Mr. Dollarhide served in the US Navy during the Vietnam Conflict. He was a Software Engineer for Purvis Systems, Inc. of Middletown for 32 years. He was a… FAELLA, JOYCE, 81, of South County Trail, Charlestown, formerly of Winchester Dr., Wakefield, died Thursday. She was the wife of the late Vincenzo 'Jack' Faella. Born in Warrington, England, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Sarah (Talbot) Holbrook. Mrs. Faella worked in housekeeping at U.R.I. for twenty-five years before retiring. She enjoyed traveling, cooking, knitting and bingo. She leaves three daughters, Donna and her husband James Barker of Charlotte, NC, Jana and her husband… FOLLETT, SAMUEL B. 'BUTCH', JR., 70, of Ambrose Street, Cranston, died on Thursday, July 17, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He was the husband of Helen P. (Wilson) Follett. Born in Providence, a son the late Samuel and Vera (Noseworthy) Follett, he lived in Cranston for twenty-two years. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Mr. Follett was employed at the Slater Co. in Cumberland for nine years, retiring eight years ago. Previously, he was a shipping and receiving manager at Providence Blue… FULLER, JOHN R. 'JACK', 77, of Ludlow, VT, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 17th at home surrounded by his family. Born in Pawtucket, RI, he was the son of the late John R. and Alice K. Fuller. Jack graduated from Pawtucket East (Tolman) High School, is an Eagle Scout and served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. While living in Swansea, MA he was a self-employed general contractor. In 1969 he moved his family to Sunapee, NH, where he owned and operated the Four Seasons Lodge. In 1977,… GRANT, ERIC RICK 58, of 291 Summit Drive, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, Thursday July 17, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Lynne (Schumsky) Grant to whom he was married to for 36 years. He was born in New York City. Cherished son of Richard Grant and the late Diane (Boslow) Grant-Greene. He was a devoted father and is survived by his loving children, Ilyssa and Jeremy Grant. Dear brother of Leslie Roden and Nanci Charlton, and his treasured granddaughter… HACKMAN, HELEN M., 94, of Warwick Neck Avenue, Warwick, died on Thursday, July 17, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Home in East Greenwich. Born in Warwick, a daughter of the late Howard J. and Mary J. (Brennan) Hackman, she lived in Warwick for most of her life. Miss Hackman was employed as a secretary for the RI Department of Human Services in Warwick . She later served as a medical secretary in the office of her brother, Dr. Edmund T. Hackman. She was a parishioner of St. Kevin Church in Warwick. Miss Hackman was… HURM, CONSTANCE A., 91, died July 16, 2008 Wife of the late Christopher F. Hurm. Calling hours are Monday from 5-8pm in The Butterfield Chapel 500 Pontiac Ave Cranston. Funeral services are private. MADOIAN, VIRGINIA (SIMONIAN), 76, of Circledale Dr., Cumberland, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2008 at RI Hospital in Providence surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Aram Madoian. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Kamyk and Elizabeth (Harabedian) Simonian, she resided in Cumberland since 1969. Virginia was an Executive Secretary at Citizens Bank for 25 years, retiring in 1997. She was a member of Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church and its Ladies Guild. Besides her… MYERS, JOSEPH S., 57, formerly of Waseca Avenue, died peacefully on July 16, 2008 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Providence, a son of William E. Myers of Warren and Gloria D. (Sylvia) Mowry of Riverside and nephew of Arthur 'Pasey' Sylvia of Barrington, he lived in Barrington for 35 years. Mr. Myers was a truck driver for the former St. Johnsbury Trucking Co. for 20 years before retiring in 1992. Joseph was a member of the Teamsters Local #251. He was a member of the Rhode Island National… OVERWOOD, CLAIRE M., 75, formerly of Oak Avenue, Riverside, died on July 14, 2008 at the Baptist East Hospital in Mount Washington, Kentucky. She was the wife of the late Garland Overwood. Born in Fall River, MA, a daughter of Arthur Turcotte of Swansea, MA and the late Melvina (Chavary) Turcotte, she lived in Riverside for 35 years. Mrs. Overwood was a stockroom clerk for the former Trifari Jewelry Mfg. for 20 years before retiring in 1996. Claire was a member of Martha Washington Chapter #18 Order of the… RAMSTAD, YNGVE, a longtime University of Rhode Island economics professor and former department chair, died July 5, 2008, of complications from ALS. He was 67. The Rhode Island chapter of the ALS Association honored Yngve with its Brian Dickinson Courage Award on June 12. Although Yngve was unable to attend, more than three dozen colleagues and friends, including two from his high school years, were present. His daughter, Kathryn Ramstad-Albert, accepted the award on his behalf. Yngve was born March 20,… SOARES, JEANMARIE, 40, of Gemini Drive, died Tuesday, July 15, 2008. She was born in Providence, a daughter of the late Antone & Cynthia (Faria) Soares. Jeanmarie was a correctional officer at the Adult Correctional Institute. She previously worked for the Providence County Sheriff's Department. She was a member of the Rhode Island Brotherhood of Correctional Officers. She was a member of the Sheldon Street Church were she was also a Sunday School teacher. She leaves three daughters; Rae-Ann Soares… WALDMAN, H. LEONARD, Douglas Dr., died Wednesday. He was the beloved husband of Lillian (Robinson) Waldman. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Isaac and Sarah (Pantelis) Waldman. He was manager for Stewart Distributing Co. Leonard was a WWII Army veteran, serving in the European Theatre, Third Army, Fourth Armored Division. He was a member of Touro Fraternal Association, the Jewish War Veterans, Providence Hebrew Free Loan and was President of the RI Jewish Bowling Congress. He was a graduate of… WEEDEN, KEVIN R., 49, a bartender for many local taverns died Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at home after a long illness. Born in Warwick, a son of the late Richard C. and Shirley A. (Maher) Weeden he was a lifelong resident of Warwick. Kevin was the beloved brother of James M., Paul E., John J. Weeden, and Peggy Ann Guertin and Uncle of Michael and Thomas Guertin and Jules Weeden. His funeral service will be held Monday at 10 AM in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Chapel, 2435 Warwick Ave. Burial will be… |
Friday, July 18, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 07/18/08
| BOYLE, ROBERT B., 67, of Washington St., died Thursday at Philip Hulitar Hospice Care Center. Born in Providence, he was the husband of Marilyn J. (Bacon) Boyle who celebrated forty-three years of marriage and was the son of the late Francis L. and Ruth (Benson) Boyle. He lived in Coventry for 41 years. Mr. Boyle was a carpenter ship wright for General Dynamics for forty-one years before retiring in 2002. He belonged to the South County Rod and Gun Club. He was an Army veteran. He is survived by a son… Benjamin S. Carpenter III, 43, of Charlestown, died Tuesday, July 15, 2008. He was the husband of Linda (Luther) Carpenter, and they were married 19 years. Born in South Kingstown, he was a son of Sophie (Mongillo) Carpenter of Wakefield and the late Benjamin S. Carpenter Jr. Mr. Carpenter was the owner of Carpenter's Auto Body, Ltd. in Wakefield. He enjoyed camping and riding his motorcycle. He was a member of the NRA and the Toyota Land Cruiser Association. Besides his wife and mother, he is survived… Crook-Boulet D.V.M., Dr. Nancy Lynn Dr. Nancy Lynn Crook-Boulet, DVM, died suddenly on Tuesday, July 15, 2008. She was born Aug. 31, 1960, in Baltimore, Md., the daughter of Richard F. and Paula (Burhoe) Crook. She attended school in East Haven, Conn., graduating from high school with presidential honors. She attended the University of Michigan, obtaining the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 1985. She practiced in New York City, Washington State, British Columbia, Canada, Connecticut and Rhode Island. Dr. Crook-Boulet (Dr. Nancy to her… ESTRELLA, SHARON E. (LONGTIN) 58, of Pawtucket, passed away in Rhode Island Hospital, Providence Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of Joseph and Ada (Bardsley) Longtin of Cumberland. She was a successful Radiologist for many years. Mrs. Estrella was a loving and caring mother. Besides her parents she leaves two daughters Remily Vaslet, and Cara-Anne Vaslet; a son, C. Andrew Vaslet; and a grandson, Tate C. Roll; several brothers and sisters as well as nieces and nephews. She also leaves many good… Gardiner, Beverly Mae (Reading) GARDINER, BEVERLY MAE (READING), 74, passed away June 30th after a brief illness. Born in Providence and residing in L.A. from 1959-1976, she was the daughter of the late Charles Reading and Dorothy Sulis. The beloved mother of Belinda Britcliffe and the late Ed Wiggins; dear grandmother of Alias and Albion Imondi, Jim Britcliffe, Matthew Ross, Jesse Wiggins and three great grandbabies; sister of Marian Berry of Methuen, MA and the late Helen Beltrami of Warwick. Bev loved her family, friends, and the staff… KING, WALLEY C., SR., 64, of Dudley Street, died Sunday at VA Boston Healthcare. Born in Eufaula, AL, a son of the late William and Lina (Walker) King. Funeral 11am Monday at Beacon Avenue Church of God, 103 Beacon Avenue, Providence. Viewing 7-9pm Sunday in Bright Funeral Home, 290 Public Street, Providence. Burial, with military honors, in RI Veterans Cemetery. www.Bright-FuneralHome.com LAYFIELD, ALICE (CROFTON) 67 of Greenwich Ave passed away July 15, 2008 at Philip Hulitar Center, Providence. She was the wife of the late Russell J. Layfield Sr. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Bernard and Caroline (Pyers) Crofton. Mrs Layfield worked in retail sales. She was the beloved mother of Russell J. Layfield Jr. of North Kingstown and Karen L. Lee of Cranston. Sister of Barbara Zambarano and the late Carol Castrataro, Raymond and Sam Crofton. Loving grandmother of 4 beautiful… LEMIEUX, EVELYN J. (MORRELL) 79, of Taunton Ave. died Wednesday July 16, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Earl J. Lemieux. Born in Seekonk, MA., a daughter of the late John and Jeanette (Bryden) Morell. Besides her beloved husband she is survived by three sons, Steven Lemieux and his wife Kathy, Guy and Scott Lemieux, one daughter Melody Rupert and her husband Wayne, one brother Ernest Morrell and two grandsons Jeffrey Lemieux and Jason Sluzewski. Relatives and friends are invited… MARKLEY, NORMA, 84, of Chestnut Street, Seekonk died Tuesday at Miriam Hospital Providence. She was the wife of the late James Patrick Markley. Born in Seekonk, she was the daughter of the late James Edward Elderkin and Annie Louise (Peck) Elderkin. She lived in Seekonk most of her life. She was a Central Service Technician retiring from Sturdy Memorial Hospital after 15 years of service. She is survived by two sons, James Edward Markley of Jonesboro, AR, Michael Patrick Markley of Seekonk, MA; six… MECCHI, PETER J. SR., 74, of Balch Street, Pawtucket began his journey, Tuesday July 15, 2008 at home. He was the beloved husband of Irene L. (Congrove) Mecchi. They were married 51 years. Mr. Mecchi was born in Pawtucket, the son of the late Peter and Kathleen (Greene) Mecchi. He was a postal supervisor for the Pawtucket Post Office for many years. He was on the Postal Employee Regional Credit Union Board there. Mr. Mecchi was a United States Air Force Veteran of the Korean War. He was a longtime coach for… and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Liturgy, which will be celebrated Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Michael the Archangel Church, 60 Liberty St., Pawcatuck. There is no procession from the funeral home to the church. Burial will be in St. Michael Cemetery. NANNI, KENNETH G., 70 formerly of Black Plain Road, passed away peacefully, Monday, July 14, 2008 at Cortland Place. He was the beloved husband of Norma C.C. (Della Posta) Nanni. They were happily married for 48 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Gaetano and Marguerita (Gilardi) Nanni. Mr. Nanni was a carpenter for many years before his retirement. Besides his wife he is survived by his daughters Debbie Scarpelli and Lori Turner both of North Smithfield, Brenda Hammerschmidt of Cranston… QUATTROCCHI, JAMES R., 61, of North Kingstown, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at Kent County Memorial Hospital in Warwick. He was the beloved husband of Rebecca (Avella) Quattrocchi. He is also survived by his brother John Quattrocchi, III of North Smithfield and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late John and Jean (Ryberg) Quattrocchi, Jr. Mr. Quattrocchi was a Certified Financial Planner and received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Columbia University. He… RAMSTAD, YNGVE, a longtime University of Rhode Island economics professor and former department chair, died July 5, 2008, of complications from ALS. He was 67. The Rhode Island chapter of the ALS Association honored Yngve with its Brian Dickinson Courage Award on June 12. Although Yngve was unable to attend, more than three dozen colleagues and friends, including two from his high school years, were present. His daughter, Kathryn Ramstad-Albert, accepted the award on his behalf. Yngve was born March 20,… SANTURRI, DOROTHEA M., 67, of Hedley Avenue, died Wednesday. Mother of Milton Catlow, Karen Legault and the late Dale Lee Lyman and Crystal Morse. Sister of David J. Nutini and Linda Sahyouni. Fiance of Charles R. Barber. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Robert Bellarmine Church, 1804 Atwood Ave., Johnston. Visitation respectfully omitted. Burial Private. For messages of condolence and complete obituary information please visit www.andersonwinfield.net SCHMIDT, JULIA J (BENGHI), 69, of Roselawn Ave., died Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at home. She was the wife of James R. Schmidt, whom she married October 13, 1962. Born in Franklin, MA, she was the daughter of the late Alfio and Emma (Storti) Benghi. Mrs. Schmidt, with her husband James, was an owner of JRS Fine Art, Providence, for twenty-five years. Her greatest joy was her family. Along with her husband, she is survived by two sons, Eric Schmidt of Seattle, WA and Craig Schmidt and his wife Cheryl, of… WALSH, MICHAEL A., 37, Central Falls passed away unexpectedly at his residence on July 12, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Faith D. (Ganton) Walsh. Born in Providence, he was the loving son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin A. Walsh of Central Falls and the late Teresa M. (Sobodacha) Walsh. He leaves two cherished sons, Spenser and Denis. He also leaves a sister, Chris Hart of New Hampshire. He was the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Martin Walsh and the late Mr. and Mrs. Michael Sobodacha. He was the… |
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 07/17/08
| AGUIAR, MARIA C., 86 of Lorraine St. Pawtucket died Tuesday at the Phillip Hulitar Inpatient Center Providence. She was the wife of the late Victor Aguiar. Born in Feteiras do Sul, Sao Miguel, Azores a daughter of the late Manuel and Maria C. (Tavares) Raposa she came to the US in 1967 and settled in Pawtucket. Prior to retiring in 1988 she had been employed as a floor girl for the International Packaging Co. of Pawtucket for fifteen years. Mrs. Aguiar was a Communicant of St. Anthony Church, Pawtucket. She… Ciciriello, Francesco Giuseppe Francesco Giuseppe Ciciriello, 71, of Branch Street, Westerly, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, at The Westerly Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Sara (Gioffre) Ciciriello, whom he married on Aug. 1, 1965. Born in Sanfili Consenza, Italy, on January 27, 1937, he was the son of Salvatore and Maria (Rende) Ciciriello. He came to America in 1962. Mr. Ciciriello worked at Arnold Bakery in Connecticut for 25 years. He then worked at the Eastern Middle School in Greenwich, Conn., for 12 years,… COREN, DR. SIMON, 95, South Yarmouth, MA passed away of natural causes on Wednesday, July 16. He is survived by his wife of more than 65 years, Alice Ruth, their sons Steven, Gerald and wife Kathleen, Daniel and wife Rosemarie, grand-sons Samuel and Gregory, grand-daughter Stefanie, great-grand-children India Mae and Amaru, nieces Rosalind Tracht, Diane and husband Sonny Forman, nephew Stuart Cohen, and sister-in-law Esther Freedman. Simon is predeceased by his parents Annie and Samuel and brothers Abraham,… CURRY, WILLIAM J., 65, of Mineral Spring Ave., died Tuesday. Born in Central Falls, he was the son of the late John E. and Winifred P. (Frigault) Curry. He resided in North Providence for the past six years. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and also devoted twenty years of service in the R.I. Air National Guard. He was employed by the U.S. Postal Service, Mansfield Office retiring in 2005. He was a member of the American Aviation Historical Society, Quonset Point Historical Society, and was also an avid… DINSMORE, JO-ANN (BICCICCO), 54, of Laurel Hill Avenue, Providence passed away July 15, 2008 in Orchard View Manor following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was the wife of Wesley Dinsmore and the daughter of the late Ralph and Lena (Cerio) Biccicco. Jo-Ann spent her life as a devoted mom, a selfless caretaker to her late mother and a volunteer animal advocate. She was the mother of Dawn Sepulveda and her husband Edgar; sister of Elaine Albano and Carol Ann Merolla; aunt to several nieces… Dudley, Marilyn "Pat" (Patterson) CHARLES 'KIEL' ERICKSON, 62, died of a malignant stroke on April 27, 2008, surrounded by his family. Charles was born in Uppsala, Sweden on November 19, 1945, and was adopted by the late Arthur and Freda (Sadler) Erickson of Rockport, MA. He was a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design. He is survived by three children, Deirdre Metcalf, Kalev Erickson, and Chloe Hooton and three grandchildren, Granger, Olivia and Charles, and by his past wives, Teresa and Sally. Please join the family to… hip St., Newport, R.I. 02840, in honor of the wonderful care she received. Condolences may be left at monahandrabblesherman.com. FRANCIS, JOHN ANTHONY, 41, of Arch St., Pawtucket, formerly of Metacom Ave. Bristol, died suddenly at home on July 14th. Son of David and Genevieve (Marino) Francis. He lived in Bristol for many years, and graduated with the Class of 1983 from Bristol High School. He was employed as Maintenance Supervisor for Baytower Nursing Center of Providence. He is survived by a son, Tyler Francis of Warwick, his parents, brothers David Francis of Topsham ME and Matthew Francis of Bristol. A Funeral will be held… LALLI, ARMANDO D., 86, formerly of Cove Ave., passed away while surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at Haven Healthcare, Coventry. He was the husband of Louise C. (Sbardello) Lalli for 58 years. Born in Salisbury, PA, he was the son of the late Francisco & Elisa (Porrazzo) Lalli. A resident of Warwick since 1968, Armando was a service technician for Atlas Music Co., Providence for 42 years, retiring in 2000. As a Corporal in the US Army, Armando was a combat tank operator in the… LAVAULT, VIRGINIA C., 89 of Bishop Ave. Rumford, died Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of the late Norman E. Lavault. She was born in East Providence a daughter of the late Anthony & Virginia (Sears) Costa. Mrs. Lavault was a division secretary for the United States Navy at Quonset Point for 10 years before retiring. She leaves one daughter, Geraldine Jacobs; one son, Thomas N. Lavault; three granddaughters, Amy Simpson, Gretta Jacobs & Leah Jacobs & two great… MALONE, DANIEL T. JR., 80, of Williston Way, Pawtucket died Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at the Oak Hill Nursing and Rehabilation Center in Pawtucket. He was the husband of Pearl M. (Wood) Malone. They were married 39 years. Mr. Malone was born in Pawtucket, the son of the late Daniel and Sarah (Finan) Malone Sr. He was a member of the Teamsters Local 251 Union working for Rhode Island Produce and Almacs Supermarkets for over 40 years. He also tended bar at the First and Last and Rocks Bar in Pawtucket for many… MATTERA, SALVATORE J., 85, passed away July 15th at the RI Veterans Home. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Giovanni J. and Fortuna (Migliaccio) Mattera and the husband of the late Lorna S. (Karn) Mattera. Mr. Mattera was the owner and operator of Jolly Joe's Ice Cream before retiring. He was also a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII. He was the brother of Anthony J. Mattera, Marie Petrucci and the late John and Jerry Mattera, Filomena Petrucci and Yolanda Pacitto. Visitation and funeral will be… PRICE, RODNEY K., 33, of Lincoln, RI passed away on July 13, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the loving fiance of Nappaye Myers. He was born in Tarrytown, NY on May 29, 1975 to Shirley (Price) Crawl and the late Roger Bell. He attended Ossining High School and Norfolk State University. He was a member of the Joe F. Boone Masonic Lodge #30 in Portsmouth, VA. He was also an Assistant Manager at Walgreen's. He enjoyed cooking and entertaining family and friends. He was a great athlete and excelled in… QUATTROCCHI, JAMES R., 61, of North Kingstown, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at Kent County Memorial Hospital in Warwick. He was the beloved husband of Rebecca (Avella) Quattrocchi. He is also survived by his brother John Quattrocchi, III of North Smithfield and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late John and Jean (Ryberg) Quattrocchi, Jr. Mr. Quattrocchi was a Certified Financial Planner and received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Columbia University. He… RAMSTAD, YNGVE, a longtime University of Rhode Island economics professor and former department chair, died July 5, 2008, of complications from ALS. He was 67. The Rhode Island chapter of the ALS Association honored Yngve with its Brian Dickinson Courage Award on June 12. Although Yngve was unable to attend, more than three dozen colleagues and friends, including two from his high school years, were present. His daughter, Kathryn Ramstad-Albert, accepted the award on his behalf. Yngve was born March 20,… SABOL, ANDREW J., 88, Professor Emeritus of English at Brown University died Monday. He was the husband of the late Marion (Allen) Sabol. A Brown University graduate, he earned his PhD at Brown in 1947 and joined the faculty the same year. He was named Professor Emeritus in 1996 after serving nearly fifty years on the Brown faculty. His major interests were English Lyric Theatre and English Lyric Poetry of the 16th and 17th centuries. He authored five books including Major Poets of the Seventeenth Century,… SIMEONE, EDITH I., 88, formerly of Raymond Street, passed away peacefully Monday at Cherry Hill Manor, Johnston. She was the wife of the late Marco Simeone. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Thomas and Josephine (Ripa) D'Amato, she was a lifelong city resident. Mrs. Simeone was a packer for the former Universal Optical Company for several years, retiring in 1975. She was a lifelong communicant of Saint Patrick Church, Providence, and an avid bowler for twenty years at Aetna Bowling Alley,… of oceanography, PSVP and the Narragansett Bay Wheelmen. She leaves no immediate survivors. Her funeral and burial were private. For Guest Book, please visit www.bellowsfh.com. Arrangements by BELLOWS-FALSO FUNERAL CHAPEL, 160 River Road, Lincoln. ST. PIERRE, VIVIAN M., 72, resident of Danielson CT. Died July 16, 2008 at the William W. Backus Hospital in CT. Loving wife of the late Romeo E. St.Pierre Sr. Born in Woonsocket RI, daughter of the late Joseph & Minnie (Ricard) Breault. She was formerly of Blackstone, MA & RI. She was employed as a supervisor and department head of Lish Enterprises in Framingham, Milford and Upton for 22 years. She was also employed by Sandberg Enterprises Inc. in Coventry for 9 years retiring in Jan. 1999. She is… are invited. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park, Johnston. In lieu of flowers donations to Hasbro Children's Hospital, 593 Eddy Street, PO Box H, Providence, RI 02903 would be appreciated. For online condolences please visit rifuneral.com. WALDMAN, H. LEONARD, Douglas Dr., died Wednesday. He was the beloved husband of Lillian (Robinson) Waldman. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Isaac and Sarah (Pantelis) Waldman. He was manager for Stewart Distributing Co. Leonard was a WWII Army veteran, serving in the European Theatre, Third Army, Fourth Armored Division. He was a member of Touro Fraternal Association, the Jewish War Veterans, Providence Hebrew Free Loan and was President of the RI Jewish Bowling Congress. He was a graduate of… Weitzel Jr., Lt. Col. (Ret) Charles W. WEITZEL, CHARLES W. JR; LT. COLONEL USAFR (RET) 86 of Wakefield, RI died on July 14, 2008. Born in Wilton, CT, he was the son of the late Charles, Sr. and Elizabeth (Becker) Weitzel. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Patricia (Runyon) Weitzel. Mr. Weitzel was a 1940 graduate of St. Luke's School (New Canaan,CT) and attended Lafayette College where he was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1942, and after winning his pilot's wings, became a B-24 pilot with the… WILKINS, JOHN E., JR., 74, of Terre Mar Drive, passed away peacefully Wednesday at home. He was the beloved husband of Shirley A. (Castle) Wilkins for 52 years. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was a son of the late John E., Sr. and Mary M. (Langton) Wilkins. Mr. Wilkins was an Ironworker for Local 37 in Providence before retiring. He was a member of the Wickford Club. Besides his wife he leaves a son, John E. Wilkins, III of Westerly; three daughters, Kimberly A. Roscoe of Summerfield, FL, Lori J. Hinkson of North… |
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 07/16/08
| ALLARD, LILLIAN R., 87, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 13, 2008 at South County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of the late Maurice Allard. Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Helen (Lefebvre) Brennan. She is survived by two sons, Paul and Michael Allard, a daughter, Linda Anderson, 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. A Service will be held Friday, July 18, 2008 at 10 a.m. from the HOEY-ARPIN-WILLIAMS-KING FUNERAL HOME, 168 Academy Avenue,… BOSCALIA, PHILIP A., SR., 99, passed away July 14th at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. Born in Millburn, NJ, he was the son of the late Gaetano and Rose (Amora) Boscalia and the husband of the late Anna (Scialdone) Boscalia. Mr. Boscalia was a warehouse worker for Valley Wholesale until retiring in 1958. He leaves a son, Philip A. Boscalia, Jr., as well as two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Rocco Boscalia, Louis Boscalia, Angelina Jackman, Carmella Paola and… Collins, Patricia Ann (Fascio) COLLINS, PATRICIA ANN (FASCIO), of West Warwick, passed into eternal rest on Sunday, July 13, 2008 at home. Born September 29, 1944 in West Warwick, a daughter of the late Antonio A. and Doris B. (Chabot) Fascio, Ms. Collins worked as a secretary, and was Lead Operator in the Office of Telephone Services for Governors Bruce Sundlun, Lincoln Almond and Donald Carcieri. She was active in the community, serving on many boards. She had been president of the West Warwick Assistance Agency, Inc., and secretary… COLUCCI, ANTHONY A., 76, of Smithfield and Cape Cod, died Monday, July 14, 2008 at Cape Cod Hospital. He leaves behind his beloved wife Virginia M. (Corey) Colucci, with whom he celebrated 50 years of marriage with this past May. Born in Woburn, MA, he was the son of the late Felix and Sarah (Macomber) Colucci. He was a United States War Veteran. A graduate of Merrimack College, he was then employed by the Upjohn Pharmaceutical Company for over 35 years, and in 1986 achieved the highest award given within… D'AREZZO, ALBERT 'AL', 82, formerly of Coventry, passed away peacefully Sat. at his Tarpon Springs, FL home, surrounded by family. Husband of Eva and father to Guy, Anthony, Robert and Susan D'Arezzo, grandfather of 3. DeANGELIS, THOMAS V. 'ANGEL', 50, of North Providence, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday. He was the son of Rose (Capobianco) and the late Thomas 'Lindberg' DeAngelis. Thomas, a self employed Car Dealer, had been employed by Mutual Isuzu of Smithfield, Gino Corvette of North Providence, and R & R Auto Sales of Johnston. For many years, Thomas, known as 'Tommy Isuzu' was an on-air personality, hosting talk shows on both WALE and WICE. He enjoyed making wine, cooking, and singing… JOOST, MARIE E. (REILLEY), 89, of Charlestown, passed away on Sunday July 13th in the South County Hospital in Wakefield. Mrs. Joost was the wife of the late Frederick B. Joost, Jr. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late James L. and Ellen G. (Gill) Reilley, Marie has lived in the South County area since 1955. Mrs. Joost was a graduate of the Rhode Island Hospital School of Nursing and was the Head Nurse at Uniroyal for 25 years. She was head nurse at CibaGeigy for 10 years. She was the President of the… KUKLA, ANTHONY F. 'TONY', 62, of Coventry, died Tuesday at Kent Hospital, Warwick. Born in Woonsocket, the son of the late Frank and Jennie (Szarek) Kukla, he was raised in Blackstone, MA, graduating from Blackstone High School. He attended U Mass in Amherst School of Agriculture. Mr. Kukla worked as an attendant at the Wrentham State School and the Dr. Joseph Ladd School on a locked ward for severely handicapped residents. Tony was a counselor at the J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center group home,… LESNESKI, EDWARD JR., 57, of Victory Highway, died not alone, but in his mother's loving arms, after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer, Saturday, July 12, 2008 at his home. In his last days, he had been surrounded by a loving family. Mr. Lesneski was born in Newport a son of Florence M. (Powell) Lesneski of West Greenwich and the late Edward Lesneski, Sr. He had been a resident of West Greenwich for most of his life. Mr. Lesneski was a mechanic for various automotive firms for many years until… of Bristol Animal Shelter, c/o Bristol Animal Shelter, 395 Metacom Ave., Bristol, RI. McDONALD, JOHN J., 83, of Greenpost Lane, Warwick, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2008 at home, surrounded by family and friends, under the care of VNA Hospice. He was the beloved husband of Louise M. (Francis) McDonald. Mr. and Mrs. McDonald celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this past February. Born in Providence, a son of the late Raymond and Martha (Young) McDonald, he lived in Warwick for most of his life. Mr. McDonald was a machinist at ITT Hammel-Dahl for thirty years, retiring… NAHIGIAN, MILDRED E., 85, of Austin Avenue, died Monday at Fatima Hospital. She was the wife of the late Haig A. Nahigian, Sr. She leaves her son, Haig A. Nahigian, Jr. and his wife, Christine of Chicago, Illinois, and a daughter, Dianne N. Sass and her husband, David of Warwick. Memorial service Friday at 10:30 a.m. in Trinity Episcopal Church, 251 Danielson Pike, North Scituate. Visitation Thursday 4-7:30 p.m. with prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. in the ANDERSON-WINFIELD Funeral Home, Route 44 at Greenville… NELSON, NERINA M. (SANZARO), 92, of Smith Street, Providence passed away July 14, 2008 in the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center. She was wife of the late Sven Nelson and the daughter of the late Lucio and Pasqualina (Corvese) Sanzaro-DeSantis and step daughter of the late Giovanni DeSantis. Nerina owned and operated the former Nerina's Beauty Salon for 22 years before retiring. She was the step-mother of Robert S. Nelson of MA,; sister of Christine Dettore of Providence, the late Esto Sanzaro and step… RAMSTAD, YNGVE, a longtime University of Rhode Island economics professor and former department chair, died July 5, 2008, of complications from ALS. He was 67. The Rhode Island chapter of the ALS Association honored Yngve with its Brian Dickinson Courage Award on June 12. Although Yngve was unable to attend, more than three dozen colleagues and friends, including two from his high school years, were present. His daughter, Kathryn Ramstad-Albert, accepted the award on his behalf. Yngve was born March 20,… SABETTA, RAYMOND M., 79, of Silver Lake Avenue, Providence passed away July 14, 2008. He was the husband of 55 years to Anna F. (Cannata) Sabetta and the son of the late Arduino and Anna (St. Angelo) Sabetta. Mr. Sabetta was employed for 50 years at Electric Boat as a design draftsman. Raymond was also very active in the community, most notably he was Assistant District Commissioner of the Boy Scouts of America: Narragansett Council dedicating many years of service since 1965 and in 2001 he received the… SALZBERG, ALBERT C., Ph.D., 73, of Rockville, Maryland, a professor of English at Rhode Island College for 45 years before retiring in 2007, died July 9, 2008. He was married for 43 years to Helen E. (Ginsberg) Salzberg. He grew up in Brooklyn, NY and moved to Rhode Island in 1962 to teach at RIC. He lived in Providence until moving to Maryland in June, 2007 to be near his children and grandchildren. Dr. Salzberg received his B.A. and M.A. from Brooklyn College and his Ph.D. in English from New York… SILVA, LIDIA M., age 94, formerly of Urban Ave. and Talbot St., died Monday, July 14, 2008, at the Waterview Villa. She was the wife of the late Peter H. Silva. Born in Brava, Cape Verde, on Sept. 15, 1913, she was a daughter of the late Boaventura Canto and Maria (Andrade) Mingola. She is survived by her children, Robert Silva and Linda Lopes of East Providence and Peter Silva and his wife Linda of Pawtucket; her four grandchildren, Ann-Marie, David, Jennifer, and Robert; and her four great-grandchildren,… Ethel Lillian Southworth, 88, died Sunday, July 13, 2008, at the Genesis Eldercare in Lebanon, N.H. She was born May 17, 1920, in Westerly, the daughter of Nelson W. and Lillian (Johnson) Himes. She attended school in Westerly and graduated in 1938 from Westerly High School. She attended nursing school and worked for over 30 years at The Westerly Hospital. On Jan. 16, 1943, she married James William Southworth Jr. of Pawcatuck. They lived all their married life in Pawcatuck. He died in 1983. Following her… |
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 07/15/08
| GAGNON, RITA A. (MONK), 90, formerly of Gladstone St., passed away July 14, 2008 at the Hebert Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of Eugene A. Gagnon. Born in Providence she was a daughter of the late George and Lucy (Farrell) Monk. Rita was a receptionist for Mine Safety Appliances, formerly of Esmond for 20 years, retiring in 1980. She was a member of the Ave Maria Guild at St. Michael Church and was a bowler at the Hearthside Lanes. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother,… HAYNES, BERNICE (DEGREE), 85, of 100 Broad Street, died Saturday at Kindred Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation. She was the widow of Park Haynes. Born in Shelby, NC, Bernice had been a resident of the city for 62 years. She is survived by daughter, Winnie Isom of Cranston, 14 grandchildren and many great and great-great grandchildren. She was the mother of the late Berrinias Haynes, Michael Haynes, Virginia (Carter) Bess and Maybell Ramsey. Funeral 11am Wednesday in Bright Funeral Home, 290 Public Street,… and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, July 18, at 10 a.m. in St. James Chapel, 2079 Matunuck Schoolhouse Road, Charlestown. Burial will follow in St. Ann's Cemetery, Cranston. Visiting hours will be held in the Forbes Funeral Home, 28 Columbia St., Wakefield, on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. Mary's/St. James Food Pantry, P.O. Box 204, Charlestown, RI 02813. LaSALLE, JUDITH A., 69, of Chastain Court, Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, died Thursday at Waccamaw Community Hospital. She was the wife of Robert E. LaSalle. They had been married for seventeen years. Born in Minilla, Iowa, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. (Probasco) Bowers, she lived in Warwick for several years, and in South Carolina for the past five years. Besides her husband, she leaves a daughter, Victoria Howard and her husband Harry Howard; Bob's children, Neale LaSalle and his wife Anna… LYNCH, BERNARD P. JR., 74, of Bear Hill Road, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2008 at Miriam Hospital, Providence. Born, February 10, 1934, he passed away, surrounded by loved ones, after a protracted illness. He was a man who wore many hats, ranging from real estate agent, to one of Rhode Island 's earliest recycling endeavors, as owner of Lynch Waste Paper Co., back in the 1960's. In later years he enjoyed the world of antiques and spent many happy hours trolling yard sales with his wife of 53 years,… MACARI, JOSEPH S., 83, of Loxley Drive, Johnston, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, July 13, 2008 at Cherry Hill Manor Nursing Home, Johnston. He was the husband of the late Mary C. (Jacavone) Macari who died on June 18, 2008. Born in Cranston, he was a son of the late Pasquale and Angelina (Zoglio) Macari. Mr. Macari was the co-owner of the former Macari Photography Studio of Cranston for thirty years before retiring in 1981. He was a US Army veteran serving during WW II where he was a… Merolla-Houle, Dorothy (Houlihan) MEROLLA-HOULE, DOROTHY (HOULIHAN), 85, died Sunday, July 13, 2008 at Kent Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Merolla and Albert H. Houle, Sr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Sylvina (LaGasse) Houlihan. Dorothy was a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church and was active in community affairs at Greenwich Village Apartments where she received an award for Volunteer of the Year. She was the beloved mother of Donald F. Houle, Ernest A. Houle, Cheryl A.… NERI, FILOMENA (PISCIONE), 90, of North Providence, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Pasquale Neri. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Eraclio and Angelina (Mormile) Piscione. Filomena loved to bake and was especially known for her cookies and pies. She leaves two sons, Anthony Neri and Raymond Neri; two daughters, Carol Sepe and Barbara Sionni; thirteen grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. She was the sister… Henry E. O'Briant Jr., 75, died suddenly Saturday, July 12, 2008, at the Yale-New Haven Hospital. He was the husband of Josephine (Dinoto) O'Briant. He had been a resident of Westerly for the last 34 years. Born in Roxboro, N.C., he was the son of the late Henry E. O'Briant Sr. and Thelma (Bumpass) O'Briant. Mr. O'Briant was retired from the U.S. Coast Guard after serving for 22 years. While in the Coast Guard he served on several weather cutters and shore stations. After retiring from… PANTANO, MARY (RICCIARDI), 92, formerly of Providence, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2008 at Steere House in Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Costantino Pantano. Born in Italy, she was the daughter of the late Vincenzo and Vincenza (Dirisi) Ricciardi. Mary was the devoted mother of Richard M. Pantano of Plymouth, MA and Marco Island, FL, Dr. Ronald J. Pantano of Paxton, MA and Mario D. Pantano of Cranston; loving grandmother of 10; loving great-grandmother of 9; and dear sister of Marguerite… Perrin, Doris Elizabeth (Griffin) Doris Elizabeth (Griffin) Perrin, 80, of Sisk Drive, Pawcatuck, died peacefully on Sunday, July 13, 2008, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Raymond Perrin whom she married on May 28, 1977, at St. James Episcopal Church in Preston, Conn. Born in Monson, Mass., on Nov. 26, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Patrick and Doris Elizabeth (Crowther) Griffin. Doris had been a homemaker and child-care provider for many years in the Norwich, Westerly and Pawcatuck area. She… Harriet Jane (Arnold) Pierce, of Arnolda, Charles-town, passed away on Monday, July 14, 2008, at the South County Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late John "Jack" Exton Pierce. Jane was born in Hartford on April 23, 1935, the daughter of the late Thomas L. and Harriet (Siemens) Arnold. Jack and Jane lived in Bucks County Pennsylvania their entire married life together. In 2004, she retired to Charlestown, where her parents lived and enjoyed an active life. Jane graduated from Columbia… RAMSTAD, YNGVE, a longtime University of Rhode Island economics professor and former department chair, died July 5, 2008, of complications from ALS. He was 67. The Rhode Island chapter of the ALS Association honored Yngve with its Brian Dickinson Courage Award on June 12. Although Yngve was unable to attend, more than three dozen colleagues and friends, including two from his high school years, were present. His daughter, Kathryn Ramstad-Albert, accepted the award on his behalf. Yngve was born March 20,… SHIPLEY, ANN R. (TETREAULT), 86, of Providence Street, a retired waitress, died Saturday in Avalon Nursing Home, Warwick. She was the devoted wife of J.D. Shipley for fifty five years. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Ronaldo D. and Mae (Cote) Tetreault, she had lived in West Warwick since 1970. Mrs. Shipley had been employed with The Crows Nest Restaurant in Warwick for many years. She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary #1313, West Warwick for fifteen years, the Ocean State Foster and Adoptive… STEVENS, ESTHER M., 80, of Park Avenue, Cranston, died on Monday, July 14, 2008 at home. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Eugene G. and Mae B. (Cardwell) Lang, she lived in Cranston for thirty years, previously living in Warwick. She is survived by a daughter, Florence J. Moore of FL, a son, Peter A. Stevens of Warwick; six grandchildren, Jennifer, Melissa, Michelle, James, Bernard, and Susan. She was the great-grandmother of Nicholas, Stephen, Kaylie, and Dax. She is also survived by several… |