Wednesday, August 20, 2008

Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 08/20/08

  • Agostinho, Robert A. "Bongo"

    • Anderson, Eveline J. (Paquette)

      ANDERSON, EVELINE J. (PAQUETTE), 90, of Smithfield died Monday August 18, 2008 at her home. She was the wife of the late Harvey C. Anderson. Born in Smithfield she was a daughter of the late Hubert and Evelyn (Bouchard) Paquette. Eveline was a ward secretary at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital for many years before retiring. She leaves her daughter Paula M. Simone and her husband John of South Kingstown, two grandchildren, Kristina Nadeau and John P. Simone and four great grandchildren. She also leaves two…

      • Archambault, Gerald W.

        ARCHAMBAULT, GERALD W. 'GERRY', 85, of Tobin Street, passed away Monday at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Claire (Bettez) Archambault. They had been married for sixty years. Born in West Warwick, a son of the late Honorable Alberic A. Archambault, RI Superior Court Justice and Louise (Dion) Archambault. He was a lifelong resident of Pawtuxet Valley. Mr. Archambault was a retired educator in the Warwick and Coventry School Systems and a former principal of Tiogue…

        • Assanti, Mary Y.

          ASSANTI, MARY Y., 77, of Manton Avenue, Providence passed away August 16, 2008. She was the wife of the late Raffaele Assanti, Jr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Yvonne (Guilbault) Denoncour. She was the mother of Ralph E. III, Richard A., and Edward C. Assanti, and Gina M. Martin; sister of Walter, Ernest, and Joseph Denoncour, Loretta Prosser, and the late Roland Denoncour and Ora Oberg; grandmother of 4. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial funeral Mass…

          • Burdick, Alice (Latham)

            Alice (Latham) Burdick of Wilbur Road, Stonington, passed away on a trip to Ireland on Aug. 19, 2008. An obituary complete with arrangements will be available at a later date. Mystic Funeral Home, Route 1, Mystic, is in charge of arrangements.

            • Caracciolo, Filomena G. (Tanzi)

              • Cataldo, Marie A.

                CATALDO, MARIE A., 89, of Johnston, died Tuesday morning at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of the late Amilcare 'Joe' Cataldo. Born in East Providence, she was a daughter of the late Palmino and Liberina (DeSimone) DeTora. Mrs. Cataldo worked at the former Gorham Silver in Providence and at Nino's in West Warwick. She is survived by two sons, Edward J. Cataldo of Cranston and Daniel H. Cataldo of Coventry; a daughter, Betty E. Tofani of Johnston; two sisters, Claire Pirri and Mildred…

                • Claire A. Tellier

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                      • Doris R. Martin

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                        • Elliott Sr., Robert A.

                          ELLIOTT, ROBERT A., SR., 48, of Mountaindale Road, died Sunday. He was the former husband of Lynne R. Chappel. Born in Providence, a son of the late Albert J. and Mary E. (Morrow) Elliott, he had lived in Smithfield for 16 years. He enjoyed golf, bowling, playing pool and toking. He coached UIHL Street Hockey for eight years. He was the driving force behind his childrens sports and activities. He is survived by his beloved children Robert A. Elliott Jr. of North Providence and Brooke E. Elliott of Putnam,…

                          • Francazio, Concetta (Gamba)

                            FRANCAZIO, CONCETTA 'CONNIE' (GAMBA), 73, of Cranston, passed away in the presence of her family on Tuesday August 19, 2008 in R.I. Hospital, Providence. Connie was the loving wife of the late Victor Francazio. Born in Cranston she was the daughter of the late Aniceto and Maria Gamba. She was a self employed hairdresser for many years and was later employed by Amtrol, from where she retired. Connie was a loving mother and nana who derived her greatest joy cooking for her family. She is survived by…

                            • Gates, Donald E.

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                                • Guertin, Alice A.

                                  GUERTIN, ALICE A., 92, formerly of North Smithfield, died Monday at Orchard View Manor in East Providence. Wife of the late Joseph C. Guertin. Born in Woonsocket, a daughter of the late Arthur and Clara (Manaigre) Gladu. Mother of Elaine C. Guertin, of North Smithfield, Diane L. Hardink, of North Smithfield, and Lucille C. Scott, of Coventry. Sister of Eugene Gladu, of Blackstone, Jeannette Guertin, of Woonsocket, and the late Ferdinand, George, and Normand Gladu, Annette Laprade, and Florence Lavalle.…

                                  • Howard, Yvette R. (LaPorte)

                                    HOWARD, YVETTE R. (LaPORTE), 75, of Bates Ave., passed away Monday at Miriam Hospital. She was the wife of the late Frank E. Howard, Jr. Born in West Warwick, a daughter of the late Wilfrid and Florina (LaBelle) LaPorte. She had been a resident of Coventry for 45 years. Mrs. Howard is survived by two daughters, Suzanne M. Donovan of Greene and Linda C. Zommer of Warwick; two sisters, Cecile Eccleston of West Warwick and Rachel Klos of Coventry and six grandchildren, Shannon Donovan, Tracey Wilhelmsen,…

                                    • Kalunian, Sarkis M.

                                      KALUNIAN, SARKIS M., 96, of Bellman Ave., Warwick, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at Miriam Hospital in Providence. He was the husband of the late Shake 'Betty' (Najarian) Kalunian. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Baba and Mary B. (Najarian) Kalunian. Mr. Kalunian was Vice President of the former B. Kalunian Stores in Olneyville Square, Providence, founded by his father in 1895 until its closing in 1981. He was Past President of the Olneyville Businessmen's Association and a…

                                      • Kuzdeba, Frank

                                        KUZDEBA, FRANK, 93, of Woonsocket, died on August 17. He was the husband of the late Josephine Kuzdeba. He is survived by two daughters, Phyllis and Roman Browchuk of Woonsocket, and Jane and Tom O'Reilly of Mercerville, NJ. His funeral will be held Friday at 9:00 from the Kubaska Funeral Home, 35 Harris Ave., Woonsocket with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at Stanislaus Church in Woonsocket. Calling hours are 6-8 p.m. Thursday evening.

                                        • Marzano, Mary N. (Marchesi)

                                          MARZANO, MARY N. (MARCHESI), 80, of Unit St., Providence, passed away Monday at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, North Providence, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was the wife of the late Anthony Marzano. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Santina Marchesi. She is survived by her daughter Santina 'Tina' McKendall and her husband Norman of Johnston, her granddaughter Samara McKendall, and her two brothers, Gino Marchesi of Cranston and John Marchesi of MA.…

                                          • Neubauer, Jon D.

                                            NEUBAUER, JON D., 42, of Crossen Street, died unexpectedly August 15, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Tarsha L. (Wilks) Neubauer. Born in South Kingstown, he was a son of David P. and Florence E. (Cairnes) Neubauer; brother of Charles A. and David P., Jr. all of North Kingstown. Jon was employed at AAA Restaurant Fire Control and Sams Club Auto Department in Warwick. He leaves a large extended family and his beloved pets, Rascal and Buddy. A Graveside Service will be held Friday, August 22, 2008 at 10am…

                                            • Sharples, Helen Anna (Reinhardt)

                                              SHARPLES, HELEN ANNA (REINHARDT), 86, of Preston Drive, died Monday at home. She was the beloved wife of the late Francis J. Sharples. Born in Staten Island, NY, she was a daughter of the late Ernest E. Reinhardt Sr. and Helen L. (Hinson) Reinhardt. She had been employed as an instructor and a steward with Leviton Manufacturing Company for over twenty five years. Mrs. Sharples was a communicant of Saints Rose and Clement Parish, where she was a member of the Rosary and Altar Society. She loved traveling,…

                                              • Silliphant, Dolores (Costa)

                                                SILLIPHANT, DOLORES (COSTA), 77, of Larry Lane, Riverside, died Tuesday, August 19, 2008, at the Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of John 'Jack' Silliphant. Born July 20, 1931, in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Joseph Costa and Margaret (Souza) Costa Rego. Mrs. Silliphant worked for 15 years at Warren Ave. Hardware. In addition to her husband of 48 years, she leaves her daughter Jody Ann Hegner of Norwell, MA; her son, Jack F. Silliphant of East Providence; and her granddaughter,…

                                                • Simonelli, Olga Y. (Sarro)

                                                  SIMONELLI, OLGA Y. (SARRO), 80, of Johnston, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2008 at home. She was the beloved wife of the late Salvatore V. Simonelli. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Raffaele and Lea (Guglielmo) Sarro. Olga had worked as a bookkeeper for Coro Manufacturing of Providence and was a communicant of St. Robert Bellarmine Church. She was a loving mother and grandmother who's greatest joy was spending time with her family and helping friends. She is survived by a son,…

                                                  • Terry, Pierre G.

                                                    TERRY, PIERRE G., 60, of Warwick, passed away Friday, August 15, 2008. For full obituary visit: www.FaganQuinnFuneralHome.com

                                                  • Thompson, Marion D.

                                                    THOMPSON, MARION D., died on Monday, August 18. Marion was the beloved wife of the late Karl E. Thompson. Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late William E. and Lillian (Catlow) Duffey. Mrs. Thompson is survived by her nephew Donald Carey of Longboat Key, FL, a niece Marion Myers of Wakefield, and sister to Lillian M. Stenning, and the late Irene N. Carey. Visitation will be at the Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home, 659 East Greenwich Avenue, West Warwick, RI 02893, on Friday, August 22 from 10-11…

                                                    • Trojan, John P.

                                                      TROJAN, JOHN P., 73, of Old Mendon Rd., Cumberland, died Monday, August 18, 2008 in the VA Medical Center, Providence. Born in Warwick, he was the son of the late John F. and Mary A. (Bernard) Trojan. He and his wife, Lucille (Baril) Trojan just celebrated their 50th anniversary on May 17, 2008. A Korean War Veteran, Mr. Trojan started his career as a Metal Lather, also served as business agent for the former Union Local #359 and was the longtime owner and operator of the former Century Aluminum, Pawtucket…

                                                      • Vincent J. DeAngelis

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                                                        • Tuesday, August 19, 2008

                                                          Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 08/19/08

                                                        • Alibrio, Sophie T. (Lupo)

                                                          ALIBRIO, SOPHIE T. (LUPO), 87, of Columbus Blvd., Cranston, passed away Monday, August 18, 2008 at RI Hospital in Providence. She was the devoted wife of the late Matteo Alibrio. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Domenico and Teresa (Cinciarruto) Lupo, she resided in Cranston for the past 45 years. She was the mother of the late Matteo S. Alibrio and his wife Rose Marie (Magnone) Alibrio of Cranston. She was the loving Nana to her grandchildren Jennifer Alibrio of Cranston and Matteo J. Alibrio and…

                                                          • Ashton, Charles E.

                                                            ASHTON, CHARLES E., 63, of Beach Ave., died Monday at his home. He was the husband of Margaret R. (Barker) Ashton. Mr. Ashton was born in Providence and was a lifelong Warwick resident. He was an antiques dealer and was the owner of Golden Era Antiques in Warwick for 30 years. Besides his wife, he is survived by 1 son, Charles E. Ashton, Jr. of Warwick and 1 grandson, Charles E. 'C.J.' Ashton, III. His funeral will be Thursday at 9 AM from the Frank P. Trainor & Sons Funeral Home, 982 Warwick…

                                                            • Carmody, Eleanor (Dunne)

                                                              CARMODY, ELEANOR (DUNNE), age 89 of Nipmuc Trail, passed away on August 16th at home with her family at her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Timothy Carmody. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Josephine (Dunn) Dunne. Mrs. Carmody was employed by EMC Insurance Co. as an Insurance Claims Adjuster for many years. She was a communicant of St. Pius Church and a past president of the Womans Auxiliary of Scared Heart Church in East Providence. She was a graduate of St. Xavier…

                                                              • Caswell, Linda

                                                                Linda Caswell, 56, of Taftville, Conn., passed away on Aug. 17, 2008. Services are being held at the Norwich Worship Center, 164 Lawer Lane, Nortwich, Conn. on Saturday, Aug. 23 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Teresa Gathier at 24 Merchants Ave., Taftville, CT 06380.

                                                                • Claire A. Tellier

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                                                                  • Clark, Mary H. (Salisbury)

                                                                    CLARK, MARY H. (SALISBURY), 93, of Cherry Hill Road, formerly of Warwick, died Saturday at Cherry Hill Nursing Home, Johnston. She was the beloved wife of the late Henry R. Clark and Joseph H. Hebert. Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late Henry E. and Mary E. (Scanlon) Salisbury. She had lived in Warwick before moving to Johnston 13 years ago. Mrs. Clark was a housekeeper for St. Rose of Lima Rectory for over 23 years, retiring in October 1994. She was a communicant of Our Lady of Grace…

                                                                    • Cosgrove, Clifford James

                                                                      COSGROVE, CLIFFORD JAMES, 81, of Ozona, Florida, died on July 24 in Woodside Hospice House, in Pinellas Park, Florida with his three children by his side. He was Professor Emeritus at the University of Rhode Island and a former long-time South Kingstown resident. Prof. Cosgrove taught dairy science and food nutrition at the University of Rhode Island for 37 years from 1953 to 1990. During the 1970s, he took a 4 year leave of absence to help establish and operate dairies in Chile and Brazil under the…

                                                                      • DeMizio, Ralph

                                                                        DeMIZIO, RALPH, 99, of Cranston, died Sunday at home. He was the husband of the late Etta (Cardullo) DeMizio. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Joseph and Maria (Masello) DeMizio. He had lived in Providence before moving to Cranston in 1971. He was employed at Swank Inc. in Attleboro before retiring in 1974. He is survived by his daughter Marie N. Walsh and son-in-law John A. Walsh with whom he lived, a sister Eva Guilbault, 2 granddaughters, and 5 great-grandchildren. He was the brother of the…

                                                                        • Des Roches, Emily G. (Monigan)

                                                                          DES ROCHES, EMILY G. (MONIGAN), 95, of Elon, NC, formerly of North Providence, peacefully passed away Tuesday, August 12th She was the loving wife of the late Clyde A. Des Roches for 49 years. She is survived by her children, Joan Major of North Providence; Carol Ann and her husband Jack Van Wuyckhuyse of Clearwater, FL; Robert Des Roches of Oldsmar, FL; and Sandra Perrino of Elon, NC; 13 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren who lovingly referred to her as GG. A Mass of Christian Burial will be…

                                                                          • Dominici, Jean M. (Paradis)

                                                                            DOMINICI, JEAN M. (PARADIS), 68, of Douglas Pike, formerly of North Providence, passed away August 18th at home. Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late Edgar and Jane (Schofield) Paradis. She was the wife of Raymond A. Dominici for 42 years. Mrs. Dominici was an Administrative Assistant at Bryant University before retiring. Mrs. Dominici was the mother of Christopher L. Dominici and Trina L. Riccardi; grandmother of 5; sister of Ronald Paradis and Joan Gray. Visitation will be held Wednesday,…

                                                                            • Doris D. Bergeron

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                                                                                  • Farrell, Ellen C.

                                                                                    FARRELL, ELLEN C., 93, formerly of Rehoboth, died Aug. 18th. She was the widow of Francis Farrell. Born in Wallingford, Connecticut, a daughter of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Haley) Roffee, she leaves grandchildren; Sonja Gingras, Darlene Sicard, Debbie Keniston, William Perez, Daniel Simon and great grandchildren; Andrea, Robert, Alexandra, Daniel, Aaron, Joseph, Kevin, Elizabeth and Noah. She was mother of the late Barbara Perez and Pamela Simon. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday at 10…

                                                                                    • Franklin, Winfred A.

                                                                                      FRANKLIN, WINFRED A., 92, of Ten Rod Road, died August 9, 2008 at the Kent Hospital. Born in Meriden Ct., he was the husband of the late June (Cameron) Franklin, companion of the late Betty P. Folsom. He was the son of the late Charles S. and Elsie (Bogman) Franklin. He lived in Exeter for many years. Mr. Franklin was an aircraft mechanic for the naval air station at Quonset Point working there for thirty-five years before retiring in 1971. He was a charter member and former Chief of the Exeter Volunteer…

                                                                                      • Gladys Rossi

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                                                                                          • Grover, Arthur E.

                                                                                            GROVER, ARTHUR E., of Cranston died on August 12. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Aileen Kucen Grover. He was born in Danbury, CT, the son of Elizabeth and Berkeley Grover Sr. Arthur graduated from Danbury High School and Henry Abbott Technical School. He served 4 years in the Navy during WWII. He worked at Bulova Watch Co. for 36 years and was Assistant Production Manager when they closed. For over 50 years he was an active member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Providence. He was also well…

                                                                                            • Herchen, Robert DeRulle (James)

                                                                                              HERCHEN, ROBERT DeRULLE (JAMES), 91, passed away peacefully at home on August 16 after a short illness. Born in Providence on November 18, 1916, he was the son of the late Arthur and Delia (Driscoll) Herchen, and brother of the late Arthur, Raymond, and Russell Herchen. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Dorothy (Babin); 6 children Carol Gibbons of East Greenwich, Catherine Dumican and husband Barry of South Yarmouth, MA, Roberta Herchen of Warwick, Stephen Herchen and wife Jennifer of Plymouth, MA,…

                                                                                              • Jackvony-Goulette, Norma M. (Mills)

                                                                                                • Janicki, Hattie M. (Kenny)

                                                                                                  JANICKI, HATTIE M. (KENNY), 79, formerly of Parkview Ave., passed away Sunday August 17, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Alexander J. Janicki, Sr. Loving mother of Sandra Davidson of North Kingstown, RI, Alexander J. Janicki, Jr. of Pinellas Park, FL, Michael J. Janicki of Raynham, MA and Kevin K. Janicki of Warwick, RI. Funeral Thursday August 21, 2008 from the Karol A. Romenski & Sons Funeral Home 342 High Street, Central Falls, RI at 9:00 A.M. with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Leo The…

                                                                                                  • McBride, Marguerite (Carroll)

                                                                                                    McBRIDE, MARGUERITE 'PEGGY' (CARROLL), 83, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Louis E. McBride, Sr. Born in Lewiston, Maine, she was a daughter of the late Edward J. and Grace (McKinnon) Carroll. Mother of Louis E. McBride, Jr., Cheryl A. Smith and Patricia A. Arden. Sister of Edward J. Carroll and the late Sister Mary Evangeline Carroll and Mary Grace Murphy. Grandmother of Cathy A. Rothrock, Tyler J. Smith, Allison G. and Meredith L. Arden.…

                                                                                                    • Orleck, Margaret (Jones)

                                                                                                      ORLECK, MARGARET 'PEGGY' (JONES), 67, of Providence was called home to be with our Lord on August 17, 2008. Margaret was surrounded by her loving family through a year of battling a rare cancer. She was the companion of Jim Frazier. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Margaret (Hanley) and the late Austin M. Jones. Margaret was a bookkeeper for 15 years. She was wonderful with children, working the next 15 years as a nanny impacting the lives of many prominent families in RI. Most recently,…

                                                                                                      • Pascalides, Kay R.

                                                                                                        PASCALIDES, KAY R., 87, of Rumford, passed away Monday August 18, 2008 at Kent County Hospital, Warwick. She was the beloved wife of the late John Pascalides. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Peter and Mary (Sirmalas) Rougas. Mrs. Pascalides, along with her late husband owned and operated the former Giovanni's Restaurant. She was actively involved at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, where she served on the Philoptokos Society. She was the loving mother of Peter Pascalides of…

                                                                                                        • Ryan, Marie (Halloran)

                                                                                                          RYAN, MARIE (HALLORAN), 87, of Apple Tree Court, died Sunday at South County Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Paul R. Ryan (former State Representative and owner of Ryan's Market). Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late William T. and Ethel (Sprague) Halloran. Mrs. Ryan was a Bookkeeper at Ryan's Market for 12 years until her retirement. She attended Pembroke College, now Brown University, and served in the Womens Air Corps during WW II. She was a communicant of Our Lady of…

                                                                                                        • Sousa, Richard B.

                                                                                                          SOUSA, RICHARD B., age 64, of 200 Benefit St., Pawtucket, formerly of Coomer Ave, Warren for many years, died Thursday, August 14, 2008 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. Born in Fall River, MA, a son of the late Arthur Sousa and the late Ida (Simonelli) Kay. He was a machine operator for the former Little and Co. formerly in Providence. He is survived by two daughters, Jennifer Allen of Lincoln and Lori Serpa of New Bedford, MA, three grandchildren, and a step-sister, Susannah Michaud…

                                                                                                          • St. Germain, Joseph H. "Herbie"

                                                                                                            ST. GERMAIN, JOSEPH, H. 'HERBIE', 80 of Attleboro, MA died Saturday at home. He was the beloved husband of Thelma 'Lee' (LaRocque) St. Germain. Born in Woonsocket, a son of the late George and Jeanne (Lelancette) St. Germain, he had been a resident of Attleboro since 1977, formerly residing in Smithfield. Mr. St. Germain had formerly owned St. Germain Plumbing and Heating and had worked at the former Moliterno Stone and Providence Granite. He was well known for his ability to fix anything…

                                                                                                            • Staskiewicz Sr., Frank J.

                                                                                                              STASKIEWICZ, FRANK J., SR., age 69, a retired Johnston Police Officer, passed away, Thursday at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He was the husband of the late Beverly (Pedchenko) Staskiewicz. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Franciszek J. and Bella M. (Ruginsky) Barzydlo. Frank was assigned to the Bureau of Criminal Identification for the Johnston Police Department, and later in the same capacity for the Office of the Rhode Island Attorney General for many years before retiring. He was a member of…

                                                                                                              • Thibeault, Ann T. (Edwards)

                                                                                                                THIBEAULT, ANN 'NAN' T. (EDWARDS), 82, passed away Monday, August 18, 2008 at home. She was the beloved wife of the late Henry J. Thibeault. Born in Philadelphia, PA and raised in Englewood, NJ, she was a daughter of the late Margaret (Carney) DeAndrea. Nan resided in Pawtucket for over 60 years. She was a lifetime wife, mother, gramma, great-gramma and friend. She was a member of the National Association of Protect the Squirrels. She leaves her children, Beverly Thibeault, Joanne Simoneau, Denise…

                                                                                                                • Vincent J. DeAngelis

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                                                                                                                  • Zeitlin, Patricia H. (Lee)

                                                                                                                    ZEITLIN, PATRICIA H. (LEE), 82, of Pound Rd., Chepachet, died Monday, August 11, 2008. She was the wife of the late Gregory B. Zeitlin. She was beloved mother of Suzan H. Zeitlin of Portland, OR and David B. Zeitlin of Stonington, CT. In her youth, she studied classical ballet with Monsieur George Volodine. She trained teachers for the Arthur Murray Studio. When she moved to RI with her husband they opened Gregory Piano and Organs in Centerdale, RI. Mrs. Zeitlin was also employed as a teacher aide in the…

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                                                                                                                      Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 08/18/08

                                                                                                                    • Allen, Albert C.

                                                                                                                      ALLEN, ALBERT C., 91, of Naples, FL and Warren, formerly of Barrington, passed away at his Warren home on Friday, August 15th surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Dorothy Wilmot for over 16 years and the late Rosemary (Reed) Allen for over 48 years. Born in Lakewood, OH, he was the son of the late Miner W. and Erma (Wing) Allen. He honored these roots with a life-long devotion to the Cleveland Indians baseball team. Mr. Allen attended William and Mary College and played football there. A…

                                                                                                                      • Bento, Arnet

                                                                                                                        BENTO, ARNET 'ARNIE', 53, of Pershing Street, East Providence died on August 15, 2008 at home. He was the husband of Valerie D. (Waters) Bento. He was born in Providence, RI a son of Maria J. (Monterio) Bento and the late Matthew J. Bento. He is the father of Brandi A. Katongole, Nadine Mc Allister, Erick, Jeffrey and Devin Bento. He was the brother of Valorie Gonsalves, Priscilla and Steven Bento. He had 5 grandchildren. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 10:00am in Mount Hope Community…

                                                                                                                        • Bucci, Mary A. (Corvese)

                                                                                                                          BUCCI, MARY A. (CORVESE) 82, of Shepard Avenue, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 16, 2008 surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Armand Bucci. Born in Providence, she was the devoted daughter of the late Rodosindo and Michelina (Bovenzi) Corvese. Mrs. Bucci was employed in the Jewelry Industry at Deltah Pearls for many years before her retirement. She was also a member of the St. Ann Altar Guild. She is survived by her sons, Rev. Richard A. Bucci of Sacred Heart Church,…

                                                                                                                          • Carter Ph.D., Jerry J.

                                                                                                                            CARTER, JERRY J. Ph.D., of Lincoln, RI, died at Grandview Nursing Home, Cumberland, RI on August 13th, 2008. He leaves a devoted wife Dolores, son Richard, his wife Audrey, two granddaughters Devon and Jade, stepson Kyle, brother James of Gainesville FL and many nieces and nephews. Jerry was a WWII Veteran. He received his Doctorate from Fordham University in New York and was involved in research dealing with Genetics. He later taught and became a Vice Principal in Providence's Secondary Schools. A…

                                                                                                                            • Collins, Elinor M. (Comeau)

                                                                                                                              COLLINS, ELINOR M. (COMEAU), 88, of Smithfield, died Saturday, August 16, 2008 at the Roger Williams Medical Center. She was the wife of the late Leo F. Collins, Sr. Born in North Providence she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Delia (Lemelin) Comeau. She leaves her children Leo F. Collins, Jr. of Meridianville, AL, Barry R. Collins of Smithfield, Kenneth M. Collins of Smithfield, Terry P. Collins of North Providence, Elinor M. Collins, Lynn M. Williams, and Charlene Holmes all of Smithfield, 12…

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                                                                                                                                • Costa, Alice L.

                                                                                                                                  COSTA, ALICE L., 85 died Friday, August 15, 2008 at Miriam Hospital. She was the wife of the late Manuel Costa Sr. She was born in Rehoboth, a daughter of the late Antonio & Philomena (Martin) Ribeiro. Mrs. Costa was an inspector for the Martin-Copeland Company before retiring. She was a member of the Rehoboth Senior Citizens, a past officer of the Portugese American Civic Club & a communicant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. She leaves one son, Ronald D. Costa & his wife Nancy of Warwick,…

                                                                                                                                  • Darling, Susan A.

                                                                                                                                    DARLING, SUSAN A., 51 of Pawtucket Ave., Riverside died Friday, August 15, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of Walter J. Darling. She was born in Providence, a daughter of Dorothea (Ehrl) Fonseca of Riverside & the late Gilbert Fonseca. Susan was an administrative assistant for T.J. Maxx in Seekonk for the last 22 years. She was a devoted wife, mother & lived for her grandchildren. Besides her mother & husband she leaves two sons; Eric Darling of Warwick & Shawn W. Darling of…

                                                                                                                                    • Davey, Mary Genevieve

                                                                                                                                      DAVEY, MARY GENEVIEVE, 87, of Providence, RI passed away on August 14, 2008. Mary was the Director of Public Relations and Alumni Affairs at Rhode Island College from 1954 to 1979. Prior to this, she was a professional teacher in the Warwick and Providence public school systems. Born on February 14, 1921 in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of the late John Davey and Ellen T. (McDonough) Davey. Mary was the sister of the late John A. Davey and the late Thomas C. Davey, sister-in-law of Lena Davey and Ila…

                                                                                                                                      • DiCristofaro, Marie H. (Rego)

                                                                                                                                        DiCRISTOFARO, MARIE H. (REGO), 66, of West St., passed away on Friday, August 15, 2008 at Kent Hospital. She was the wife of the late Ralph J. DiCristofaro. A lifelong resident of West Warwick, she was the daughter of the late Louis & Mary (Manish) Rego. Marie was a manager at the former Old Stone Bank in Arctic for over 30 years, before retiring. She was the stepmother of Brenda DiCristofaro of West Warwick and the grandmother of John Adams & Brian Derosiers. Sister of Eugene Pontes of Chicago, IL.…

                                                                                                                                        • Ervoes, Helena Brilhante

                                                                                                                                          ERVOES, HELENA BRILHANTE, 72, died unexpectedly Friday morning, August 15, 2008. She was the wife of the late Antonio Brilhante. Born Nov. 19, 1935, in Sao Miguel, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Agostinho and Helena (Araujo) Melo. She worked for many years at Speidel. She is survived by her three sons, Victor Brilhante of Warren, and Antonio Brilhante and Paul Brilhante of East Providence; her three daughters, Nelia Linhares of Pawtucket, Fatima Brilhante of East Providence and Maria Levesque of…

                                                                                                                                          • Franks, Leah R. (Robison)

                                                                                                                                            FRANKS, LEAH R. (ROBISON), 97, of Providence, passed away on August 17, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Raymond G. Franks. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Isaac and Pearl (Jacobson) Robison. A graduate of the Ethical Culture School, Mrs. Franks was active in numerous community organizations including the Jewish Community Center and its nursery school, the Miriam Hospital, the Jewish Federation of RI, and the National Council of Jewish Women. She was a member of Temple Beth…

                                                                                                                                            • Greene, Nora (Bolger)

                                                                                                                                              GREENE, NORA (BOLGER), 78, of Promenade St., formerly of Warwick, died Saturday, August 16, 2008 at the home of her sister. She was the wife of the late Raymond A. Greene, Sr. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Robert and Nora (Kavanagh) Bolger, she was the sister of Donald B. Bolger and his wife Claire, John C. Bolger, Patrick K. Bolger and his wife Gail and Judith A. Fleming. Stepmother of Joyce Harris and Raymond A. Greene, Jr. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Her funeral will…

                                                                                                                                              • Gross, Lorraine D. (Farrow)

                                                                                                                                                GROSS, LORRAINE D. (FARROW), 81 of Cranston, passed away quietly at home Saturday, August 16, 2008. Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late George R. F. Farrow and Annie F. (Perry) Farrow, and a granddaughter of the late Alfred Caesar Augustus Perry, Chief Sachem of the Narragansett Indian Tribe. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald C. Gross. She is survived by her two sons, G. Raymond F. Gross of Los Angeles, CA and Carl R. Gross II of Wakefield, her sister Barbara H. Gross of Cranston,…

                                                                                                                                                • Hearson, Phoebe S.

                                                                                                                                                  HEARSON, PHOEBE S., 96, of Elmwood Dr., died Saturday at home. Wife of the late Ezra Russell Hearson. Daughter of the late John and Jessie (Cabral) St. Angelo. She was an avid crotcher that made afghans for many people. She leaves two brothers, Edward and Charles St. Angelo, and one sister Bertha Zeitler. Her Funeral Mass will be Wednesday 10:00 am in St. Mary of the Bay Church, Main St., Warren. Burial in North Burial Ground, Bristol. Arrangements by WILBUR-ROMANO.

                                                                                                                                                  • Kapinos, Sophie M. (Chrabascz)

                                                                                                                                                    may call at the funeral home Monday, August 18 from 5-8 PM. Donations in Sophie's memory may be made to the Animal Rescue League, P.O. Box 458, Wakefield, RI 02880. For further information, directions and on line guest book please visit www.KapinosMazurFH.com.

                                                                                                                                                    • Knight, Susan A.

                                                                                                                                                      KNIGHT, SUSAN A., 50, of Woodville Alton Road, died Saturday, August 16, 2008 at Kent County Hospital. She was the wife of David C. Knight. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of Daniel McDade of Wakefield and Joan Wheeler of Narragansett. She had been a resident of Hope Valley since 1986. She was an animal lover and had bred Chinese-Sharpei Dogs for 25 years. Besides her husband and parents she is survived by her son Daniel R. Knight and her daughter Marcie A. Knight both of Hope Valley, a sister Diane…

                                                                                                                                                      • Proulx, Raymond A.

                                                                                                                                                        PROULX, RAYMOND A., 22, passed away August 11, 2008. He was the beloved son of Muriel (Brederson) Proulx, Barry Lee Proulx. He leaves behind his loved daughter Mariah Lynn Proulx. His close family, two step brothers, grandparents, aunts, cousins & his long loved sweetheart Kerrie Corriveau. Calling hours will be held Tuesday from 10-11 A.M. with a service to follow at 11 A.M. in the PERRY-McSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Ave., East Providence.

                                                                                                                                                        • Reilly Sr., Vincent A.

                                                                                                                                                          REILLY, VINCENT A. SR., 'PAT', 92, of Cranston and formerly of Lyndhurst Avenue, Providence, died Thursday in Saint Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, IN while visiting and traveling with his daughter Col. Patricia A. Reilly, USAF. He was the husband of the late Helen K. (Byron) Reilly. Mr. Reilly graduated from East Providence High School in 1935 where he was a star athlete. He was a Veteran of WW II Army Air Corps. He was a bricklayer for many years retiring in 1972 at the age of 72. During this time…

                                                                                                                                                          • Sacco, Mr. Andrew M.

                                                                                                                                                            Andrew M. Sacco, 77, of Hobart Street, Westerly, passed away on August 15, 2008 at The Westerly Hospital after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He leaves behind his loving wife of 55 years, Alice I. (Spino) Sacco of Westerly. He will be sadly missed by his loving daughter, Joyce Grasso and her husband Michael of Westerly, his loving son, Michael Sacco and his wife Rita of Westerly, he will also be missed by his three loving grandchildren, Thomas Grasso and his wife Michelle, Christopher Grasso and his…

                                                                                                                                                            • Sanchirico, Leonard Anthony

                                                                                                                                                              SANCHIRICO, LEONARD ANTHONY 'TONY', 73, passed away suddenly on July 31, 2008 at his home in Boise, Idaho. He was the beloved husband of Gisele (Martineau) Sanchirico. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Paolo and Delia (DeLuca) Sanchirico. Tony was the owner and operator of Sanco Associates for 30 years before retiring. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of the Korean War. Besides his wife, he leaves three sons, Paul Sanchirico, Robert Sanchirico and Gary Sanchirico and his wife Allison; a…

                                                                                                                                                              • Scungio, Theresa M. (DelFino)

                                                                                                                                                                SCUNGIO, THERESA M. (DelFINO), 90, of Garrison Street, passed away August 15th at home. Born in Johnston, she was the daughter of the late Modestino and Concetta (Cenami) DelFino. She was the wife of the late John A. Ventetuolo, Sr. and John Scungio. Mother of Linda A. Duarte with whom she resided and the late John A. Ventetuolo, Jr.; grandmother of Bart J. Duarte, III. Sister of Louis DelFino, Bertha Morra, Concetta DelFino, and the late Ella Morra, Angelina Ricci, Anthony, Carlo, Angelo and Sandy DelFino.…

                                                                                                                                                                • Tattrie, Jean C.

                                                                                                                                                                  TATTRIE, JEAN C., 62, passed away August 15, 2008 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of the late Fred P. and Virginia (Baino) Gentile; daughter-in-law of Elizabeth (Jackson) and late Allen U. Tattrie Jr. of Bristol, RI; and wife of 37 years to Allen U. Tattrie III; mother to A. Christopher Tattrie of Hopedale, MA and Bryan Tattrie and his wife Nadia of Manchester, CT and beloved pet Chelsea. Besides her immediate family Jeannie will be remembered by…

                                                                                                                                                                  • Wanamaker, Kenneth James

                                                                                                                                                                    WANAMAKER, KENNETH JAMES, 26, of 5 Hill Street, Smithfield, RI, died Friday, August 15, 2008 in Smithfield. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, on September 22, 1981, he was the son of Susan (Wren) and Lawrence J. Moretti and William and Lynn (Graham) Wanamaker all of Middletown, RI. Kenny was a 1999 graduate of Middletown High School. He worked as a manager for Aegean Pizza in Smithfield. He was a member of the DeMolay Chapter of St. Paul's Lodge #14 F&AM. Besides his parents he leaves his daughter Kendra…

                                                                                                                                                                    • Whalan, Warren M.

                                                                                                                                                                      WHALAN, WARREN M., of Warwick, RI, died on August 16, 2008 at Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a long illness. Warren was the husband of Jean (Goguen) Whalan. He was a son of the late Warren M. Whalan, Sr. and Mary A. Whalan and brother of the late Patricia Yacobi. Besides his beloved wife of 41 years, he leaves one son William and his wife Melissa of West Greenwich, and two granddaughters, Ashley and Abigail. Warren graduated from LaSalle Academy in Providence and attended Duke…

                                                                                                                                                                    • de Wardener, Kenneth Murchison

                                                                                                                                                                      de WARDENER, KENNETH MURCHISON, 70, passed away peacefully on August 15th. Born in New York City, he was a son of the late Edouard R. and Aurelie (Murchison) de Wardener. Mr. de Wardener was a regional recruiting manager for Wheaton Industries and Heublein Incorporated. He enjoyed drawing, storytelling and days at the beach. He was the husband of Roberta Johnson of ND. He leaves his daughters, Kimberly Markarian of East Greenwich, Laurie Palmisciano of CA and Lynne Burris of NY; brothers, Maxwell de…

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                                                                                                                                                                        Sunday, August 17, 2008

                                                                                                                                                                        Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 08/17/08

                                                                                                                                                                      • Alves, Edward

                                                                                                                                                                        ALVES, EDWARD, 83 of Greylock Road, Bristol died Thursday at home. Husband of the late Joyce (Rohrman) Alves. He was a Mechanical Engineer for the Sandvik Corporation and a WWII Army veteran. He was the father of Paul Alves, AZ, Karen O'Rourke of Hope, RI and Cynthia Lembeck of Lebanon, NJ. Arrangements are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd., Warren where family will receive friends Monday 4-7pm. Funeral service at the funeral home Tuesday at 10am. Burial with full military…

                                                                                                                                                                        • Bento, Arnet "Arnie"

                                                                                                                                                                          BENTO, ARNET 'ARNIE' 53 of Pershing Street E. Providence died on August 15, 2008 at home. He was the husband of Valerie D. (Waters) Bento He was born in Providence, RI a son of Maria J (Monterio) Bento and the late Matthew J. Bento. He is the father of Brandi A. Katongole, Nadine Mc Allister, Erick, Jeffrey and Devin Bento. He was the brother of Valorie Gonsalves, Priscilla and Steven Bento. He had 5 grandchildren. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 10:00am in Mount Hope Community Baptist…

                                                                                                                                                                          • Bergeron, Doris D.

                                                                                                                                                                            BERGERON, DORIS D., 91, formerly of Valley St., Central Falls, passed peacefully Friday with her loving family by her side at the Jeanne Jugan Home in Pawtucket. She was the wife of the late J. Aphonse Bergeron. Born in Central Falls, a daughter of the late Raynald and Aurore (Masse) Davignon, Doris was a lifelong Central Falls resident before moving to the Jeanne Jugan residence seven years ago. Her passions in recent years were jigsaw and crossword puzzles. She is survived by a son, Paul R. Bergeron of…

                                                                                                                                                                            • Burlingham, David F.

                                                                                                                                                                              BURLINGHAM, DAVID F., age 41 of America St., passed away on August 15th at his home. Born in Pawtucket, a son of Marie Y.(Bernatchez) Burlingham of IN and the late Frank W. Burlingham David was a carpenter for many local construction companies. Besides his loving mother, he leaves a brother James Burlingham of IN. Visiting hours will be held on MONDAY from 4 to 7pm in the RUSSELL J. BOYLE & SON Funeral Home 142 Centerville Rd., WARWICK, followed by a funeral service at 7pm, burial will be private. For…

                                                                                                                                                                              • Buxbaum Sr., Edmond D.

                                                                                                                                                                                BUXBAUM, SR., EDMOND D., 79, of Villa Court, Marco Island, Florida, a retired US Navy, Chief Petty Officer, died Saturday at Village at Waterman Lake. He was the husband of Dorothy (Viera) Buxbaum. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was a son of the late Jerome W. Buxbaum and Edith (Michaels) Oefner. He had been a resident of Florida for 18 years. He was a US Navy Veteran of Korean Conflict. Besides his wife he is survived by a son Edmond D. Buxbaum, Jr, of Rehoboth, two daughters, Donna M. Buxbaum, of East…

                                                                                                                                                                                • Cardillo, Incornata "Mary" (Corcelli)

                                                                                                                                                                                  CARDILLO, INCORNATA (CORCELLI) 'MARY' 93, passed away Friday, August 15, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. She was the wife of the late Joseph M. Cardillo. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Potito 'Peter' and Amalia (Cesino) Corcelli. She was a resident of Providence most of her life, before moving to Johnston. Mrs. Cardillo had worked as a matron in the Governors Office for 22 years, before retiring in 1983 after having served under four governors. Previously she had…

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Curran, Elizabeth (Meklian)

                                                                                                                                                                                    CURRAN, ELIZABETH (MEKLIAN) of Cranston, RI passed away on Friday August, 15th 2008. Wife of the late Edward Curran, daughter of the late Samuel and Anoush (Giragosian) Meklian. She leaves behind her devoted children; Karen, John and Michelle Curran, her son-in-law Glen and her beloved grandchildren, Marissa, Veronica and Gabriel along with her loving sisters Zabel and Mary Meklian. Family and friends are invited to attend her funeral which will be held on Tuesday at 10am from the Russell J. Boyle & Son…

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Dann-Brooks, Lillian E. (Eley)

                                                                                                                                                                                      DANN-BROOKS, LILLIAN E. (ELEY), 79, of Lake Helen, Florida and formerly of Providence, peacefully passed away July 26th at the Golden Crest Nursing Center. She was the wife of the late Harold Dann and Robert J. Brooks, Sr. She is survived by her 5 children, Robert J. Jr., Paul T., Steven W. and Gary Brooks and Lori A. Nelson, two stepchildren, Jeff and David Dann, 11 grandchildren, 1 step- granddaughter and 5 great-grandchildren, sister to George and Willam Eley and the late Francis Eley. Burial services…

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Dauphinais, Doris A. (LaFlamme)

                                                                                                                                                                                        DAUPHINAIS, DORIS A. (LAFLAMME), 70, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2008 at Legacy House in Ocala, Florida after a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of Edward 'Tony' Dauphinais whom she was married for 52 years. Born in Central Falls, she was the daughter of the late Ovila and Albertine (Mercier) LaFlamme. She lived many years in Central Falls and Pawtucket. Doris worked many years for Monet Jewelry in Pawtucket and East Providence as well as Teknor Apex, in Pawtucket, RI. She is survived…

                                                                                                                                                                                        • DeAngelis, Vincent J.

                                                                                                                                                                                          DeANGELIS, VINCENT J., 68, formerly of Cranston and Pawtucket before moving to North Providence, passed away Friday at Memorial Hospital, Pawtucket. He was the husband of Loretta A. (Ferruche) DeAngelis. Born in Providence, a son of the late Pasco and Celeste (Grimaldi) DeAngelis. Mr. DeAngelis was vice president of the former Beatrix Jewelry and JWT Ent., Inc. of Pawtucket before retiring due to illness. He was a former member of Pawtucket Country Club. Besides his wife he leaves two sons, Todd DeAngelis…

                                                                                                                                                                                          • DeBiasio, Luco "Louie"

                                                                                                                                                                                            • Ferrazzano, Norman F.

                                                                                                                                                                                              FERRAZZANO, NORMAN F., 69, of Central Ave., Johnston passed away Friday, August 15, 2008 at Hospice Care of Rhode Island Philip Hulitar In-Patient Center, Providence. He was the husband of Kathleen (Cimaglia) Ferrazzano. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Louis and Theresa (Montecalvo) Ferrazzano. He was an Army Veteran during the Korean War. Mr. Ferrazzano was in management working for Dollar Tree Inc. Besides his wife he is survived by his daughters Kimberly Ann Ferrazzano and Kristyn Leigh…

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Gagne, Jacqueline (Dumoulin)

                                                                                                                                                                                                GAGNE, JACQUELINE (DUMOULIN), of 300 Broadway, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2008. She was the wife of the late Arthur Gagne. Born in Notre Dame des Bois, Sherbrooke, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Edgar and Blanche (Audette) Dumoulin. Mrs. Gagne was a design seamstress for the former India Imports of Providence for many years and worked at JC Penney before retiring. She volunteered for many years as a Foster Grandparent in the Pawtucket School System as well as the Christian Quilting Club…

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Holden, Lovetta M. (Root)

                                                                                                                                                                                                  HOLDEN, LOVETTA M. (ROOT), 64, of Bartlett Dr., died Thursday at Kent Hospital, Warwick. She was the beloved wife of Gerald R. Holden, Sr.; the couple had been married 46 years. Born in Dayton, Ohio, a daughter of the late Ralph Root Sr. and Glenna (Mayer) Root, she moved to Warwick in 1966. Mrs. Holden was a Medical Assistant at Roger Williams Medical Center, Providence until illness forced her retirement. She served in the US Navy from 1961 to 1963. Besides her husband she is survived by her loving son…

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Jenkins, Geoffrey J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                    JENKINS, GEOFFREY J., 81 passed away on August 14, 2008 at his home in Gilbert, Arizona. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 30 years, Amey Jenkins. He is survived by his children, Mark E. Turnbull, Amey-Jo Jones, Meghan Jenkins Glassman, and Sarah E. Jenkins, and he also leaves Valerie Jenkins Degidio from a previous marriage. He was blessed with 14 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. A memorial service will be held at Swan Point Cemetery, 585 Blackstone Boulevard, Providence, RI on Wednesday August 20,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Johnson, Lori (Labrie)

                                                                                                                                                                                                      JOHNSON, LORI (LABRIE), 48, of Coventry, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 15, 2008 while surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Peter E. Johnson. She was the daughter of the late Richard A. & Irene B. (Cady) Labrie. Lori was an Office Manager for Dr. Richard P. Moitoza for 17 years, retiring due to illness in 2004. She was the mother of Gregory J. Verrill of Chicago, IL., and the sister of Ricky A. Labrie of Coventry, and the late David K. Labrie. Her Memorial Service will…

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lerner, Evelyn

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Marcotte, George R. "Uncle George"

                                                                                                                                                                                                          MARCOTTE, GEORGE R. 'UNCLE GEORGE' 74, of Grove Avenue, Cranston, died peacefully at home Wednesday, Aug 13, 2008 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. George was surrounded by his loving family and friends at the time of his death. Born in Coventry, he was the son of the late H. George and Mary (Dolan) Marcotte. He was the brother of the late Ernest P. Marcotte. George is survived by his loving wife of 29 years Margaret (Cummings) Marcotte and his daughter, Elizabeth A. Marcotte. He…

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • McCafferty, Liam F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                            McCAFFERTY, LIAM F., 50, passed away in a motorcycle accident on August 14, 2008. Liam was a member of local 271 International Union of Laborers, and worked many jobs in and around RI. He was the son of Therese A. (Gregoire) McCafferty and the late Philip J. McCafferty, Sr. Besides his mother is survived by his life companion Anne D'Andrea; five sisters: Claudette (Casey) Hardie, Michele D'Ellena, Kathleen Smith, Maureen Jones and Monique Lenzi, three brothers: Philip, Sean, and Marc McCafferty;…

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Palazzo, Frank A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                              PALAZZO, FRANK A., 89, of Roland Avenue passed away August 14, 2008 at home. He was the beloved husband of Louise (Lepore) Palazzo. Mr. & Mrs. Palazzo had been married for 61 years. Born in Providence a son of the late Nunzio Palazzo and Gaetana (Petruollo) Palazzo-Lunchi, and step-son of the late Antonio Lunchi. Mr. Palazzo was an employee of the City of Cranston School Department at Bain School. He was also a tile setter for the former Arlington Tile Co., Cranston. He was a WWII Army Veteran. He was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Paul Jr., H. Lee

                                                                                                                                                                                                                PAUL, H. LEE, JR., 86, passed away July 10, 2008. He was the devoted husband of Danny-Lee (Fugate) Paul for 54 years. Besides his wife, he is survived by his children, Kerry Ufford and her husband John of East Greenwich, RI, Lisa Koelle and her husband J. Patrick of Providence, RI, and H. Lee Paul III and his wife Annette of Ashland, VA. He has two granddaughters, Katherine Doty and Elizabeth Bennett Koelle. A memorial service with military honors will be held Saturday, August 23, 2008 at 11 AM in St.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Porreca, Anthony Domenic

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  PORRECA, ANTHONY DOMENIC, 39, of Woodward Road, North Providence, passed away at home on Wednesday, August 13th surrounded by his family. Born on December 29, 1968, he is the son of Anthony and Francine Porreca. He leaves two sisters, Dawn Porreca and her husband Raymond Antaya III, Stephanie Lisi and her husband Christopher Lisi. Anthony is the uncle of Eric Winegardner II, Kaitlyn Winegardner, Jesse Mancini and Justin Antaya. Anthony was a computer network administrator until retiring in 2006 due to…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Rossi, Gladys

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    ROSSI, GLADYS, 85, died Saturday. Gladys was the beloved wife of the late Americo C. Rossi. She was born in Johnston, the daughter of the late Albert and Asunta (Di Gasparro) Amore and had lived in Pawtucket most of her life. Mrs. Rossi was a longtime communicant of St. Joseph's Church. She leaves two daughters; Donna M. Macksoud of No. Providence and Doreen A. Breault of Ivoryton, CT, three grandchildren; Michael R., Mark and Rachel Breault and one sister Yolander Vellone of Cranston. She was the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Sacco, Mr. Andrew M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Andrew M. Sacco, 77, of Hobart Street, Westerly, passed away on August 15, 2008 at The Westerly Hospital after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He leaves behind his loving wife of 55 years, Alice I. (Spino) Sacco of Westerly. He will be sadly missed by his loving daughter, Joyce Grasso and her husband Michael of Westerly, his loving son, Michael Sacco and his wife Rita of Westerly, he will also be missed by his three loving grandchildren, Thomas Grasso and his wife Michelle, Christopher Grasso and his…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Tellier, Claire A. (Allard)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        TELLIER, CLAIRE A. (ALLARD), 94, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Louis Gagnier and Theodore Tellier. Born in Woonsocket, the daughter of the late Joseph and Rose-Alma (Ferron) Allard, she had resided in Central Falls, Cumberland, Woonsocket and So. Carolina. Claire was employed by the former J. P. Coats Co. and Hasbro before retiring in 1974. She leaves her godson, Edmond H. Allard of Warwick; 2 grandsons, Michael Tellier of FL and Gerald Tellier, Jr. of Ashland,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Wright, Daniel Frederic

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        WRIGHT, DANIEL FREDERIC 29, of Warren passed away Friday at his home. He was the husband of Megan A. (Berry) Wright and father of Ruth Amelia, Samuel Frederic, and Lincoln James Wright, all of Warren. Born in Providence, he was the son of John and Elsie (Rockefeller) Wright. Daniel was the maternal grandson of Frederic and June Rockefeller of Warren and the paternal grandson of Mary Ellen Wright and the late Sam Wright of St. Petersburg, FL. He is also survived by two brothers John Andrew Wright of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Saturday, August 16, 2008

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 08/16/08

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Alosi, George

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        ALOSI, GEORGE 84, of Hilton Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on August 14, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Vera (Feather) Alosi. Born in Bristol, a son of the late Joseph and Anna (Cordeau) Alosi, he was a lifelong resident of Riverside. Mr. Alosi was a supervisor for the former Martin-Copeland Optical Mfg. for 48 years before retiring in 1989. George was a communicant of St. Brendan Church. He was a member of the Riverside American Legion Post #10 where he was Past Commander, Past District Commander,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Brown, Jeanette

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          BROWN, JEANETTE 85, passed away August 15, 2008. She was the wife of the late Kenneth L. Brown. Born in Detroit, MI, she was a daughter of the late Frederick and Ethel (Mellish) Carlisle. Mrs. Brown was employed by Citizen's Bank. She is survived by sons; Robert L. and Allen K. Brown; a sister, Alice Nathan and grandchildren; Heather Pierson and Todd Brown. She was the sister of the late George Carlisle. Funeral Monday at 11:00am in the Hill Funeral Home, 822 Main St., E. Greenwich. Burial will be in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Buckley Jr., C. Thomas

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            BUCKLEY, C. THOMAS JR., 47, of Mount Hygeia Road, a former employee of The Fogarty Center for eighteen years, died Wednesday, August 13, 2008. He was the husband of Marcia A. (Reall) Buckley. Born in Charleston, WV, he is the son of Carl T. and Jane Jeanie (Jacques) Buckley of Glocester. He had been a resident of Foster for five years and had previously lived in Glocester. He had coached the Ponagansett High School Boys and Girls Basketball teams, the North Smithfield High School Boys Basketball team and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Cabeceiras, Mary (Quinn)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              CABECEIRAS, MARY (QUINN), 80 of Cliff Dr. passed away August 15th. She is survived by her Husband Antone Cabeceiras, 3 children, Linda Field of Barrington, Nancy Cabeceiras of Bristol, and Kevin Cabeceiras of Warwick, 7 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren. All are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at Monday at 10 AM at St. Elizabeth Church, 577 Wood St. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery. Visiting Hours respectfully omitted. George Lima Funeral Home 367 High St. Bristol. Donations in her memory to…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Campbell, Roland O.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                CAMPBELL, ROLAND O., 88, Cranston died Wednesday, August 13, 2008. He was the husband of the late Irene (Laliberte) Campbell. Born in Central Falls, RI in January 1920, he was the son of the late Joseph and Alexandrine Campbell. He operated Campbell's Market on Pine Street in Providence for over 40 years. Roland served in the Army Air Corp during World War II. One of his favorite summer pastimes was cheering on the Boston Red Sox and attending Pawtucket Red Sox games. He is survived by two sons, Paul R…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Carlson, Richard W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  CARLSON, RICHARD W., 77, of Vineyard Rd., died Wednesday, August 13, 2008 in the Haven Health Center, Coventry. He was the husband of Joan O. (Nelson) Carlson. He was born in East Providence a son of the late Ewald and Hilda (Johnson) Carlson. He had been a resident of Warwick for the past forty-two years previously living in Cranston. Mr. Carlson was an inspector for thirty-seven years at the Federal Products Co. in Providence until his retirement in 1990. He was a member of the Pilgrim Lutheran Church in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Davidow, Jennie V. (Rusielewicz)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    DAVIDOW, JENNIE V. (RUSIELEWICZ), 88, formerly of Blackstone Falls 1485 High Street passed away Thursday August 14, 2008 at Martha's Vineyard Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Stanley A. Davidow. Born in Pawtucket she was a daughter of the late Adolf and Anna (Osiedacz) Rusielewicz. She lived in Central Falls most of her life moving to Martha's Vineyard in January. Before retiring she was a self employed Hairdresser. She was a member of St. Joseph's Church Holy Rosary Society. She…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Mailhot Jr., Leo A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      MAILHOT, LEO A., JR., 73, of Pawtucket. Former husband of Anita M. (Gregoire) Mailhot. He was a son of the late Leo A. and Eva (Marquis) Mailhot. He was employed as a carpenter for Carol Cable Co. His sons, Richard A. Mailhot of Pawtucket and Robert J. Mailhot of Jacksonville, FL survive him. He was the brother of the late Armand Mailhot. A Prayer Service will be held on Monday at 11:00 AM at Lincoln Funeral Home, 1501 Lonsdale Ave., Lincoln. Burial will be in Notre Dame Cemetery, Pawtucket. Calling hours…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Marcotte, George R. "Uncle George"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        MARCOTTE, GEORGE R. 'UNCLE GEORGE' 74, of Grove Avenue, Cranston, died peacefully at home Wednesday, Aug 13, 2008 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. George was surrounded by his loving family and friends at the time of his death. Born in Coventry, he was the son of the late H.George and Mary (Dolan) Marcotte. He was the brother of the late Ernest P. Marcotte. George is survived by his loving wife of 29 years Margaret (Cummings) Marcotte and his daughter, Elizabeth A. Marcotte. He also…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Miles, Leona M. (Sauve)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          MILES, LEONA M. (SAUVE), 92, of Kilburn Avenue died peacefully Thursday, August 14, 2008 at the home of her granddaughter in Lincoln. She was the beloved wife of the late T. Arthur Miles. Born in Detroit, MI, a daughter of the late Richard and Emma (Larsh) Sauve, she had lived in Lincoln for over 58 years. Mrs. Miles was a communicant of St. Jude's Church, Lincoln, where she was instrumental in making baptismal bibs, and also butterflies for the Mass at Easter. She was a corporator of the Memorial…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Moothart, Margaret E. (Morrison)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Pelletier, Wayne E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              PELLETIER, WAYNE E., 53, of 369 Simmonsville Avenue, died Thursday at home after suffering a 9 month battle with lung cancer. Born in Providence RI, he was the son of Albert L. Pelletier (deceased) and Mary Loretta (Lessard) Pelletier (deceased) both of Cranston. Mr. Pelletier was an engineer with the Department of Transportation for the State of Rhode Island for 28 years. He also was heavily involved in Disaster Services of the Rhode Island Chapter of the Red Cross. He leaves behind 2 sons, Jason Masiello…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Pezzullo, Jane L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                PEZZULLO, JANE L., 62, of Adelaide Avenue, died peacefully on August 14, 2008 at home surrounded by her devoted family. She was the loving wife of Thomas M. Pezzullo. Born in Bangor, ME, a daughter of the late Walter L. and Arlyne (Dow) Dickson, she lived in Barrington for 37 years. Mrs. Pezzullo was a dedicated teacher at Primrose Hill School, Barrington for 31 years before retiring in 2001. Jane was a graduate of the University of Maine at Gorham in 1967 and received her Masters in Education from Rhode…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Richards Sr., Roger D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  RICHARDS, ROGER D., SR., 67, of Penel Dr. died August 11, 2008 in the Kent County Hospital. He was the husband of Brenda L. Newman-Richards. Mr. Richards was born in Providence, a son of the late Edward and Irene (Pichette) Richards and had been a resident of West Warwick for the past thirty-five years previously living in Johnston. Employed as a shipping and receiving employee for various firms in RI for many years, Mr. Richards most recently was a security guard for Securitas Security Services USA Inc. in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Robinson, Dorothy Fay

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    ROBINSON, DOROTHY FAY 'Autumn Wind Dancing Through The Trees', 78, died Thursday. She was the wife of Arthur B. Robinson, Sr. Born in Westerly, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Corinne Northup. Mrs. Robinson was a member of the Narragansett Indian Tribe. She was the mother of, Arthur, Eric, Donnie, Jaymie, Dean, Jody, Kimberly and Gwendolyn Robinson, Olison Best and Desiree Abrahams; sister of Corinne Eleazer; grandmother of 38; great grandmother of 25 and great-great grandmother of 1.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Sherman, Howard B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      may call at Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home, 659 East Greenwich Avenue, West Warwick, Monday 5-8pm. Funeral service will be Tuesday at 10 am at Pawtuxet Baptist Church, 2157 Broad Street, Cranston. Burial with Military Honors will be in Swan Point Cemetery, Providence. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Church will be appreciated. Information and condolences at www.carpenterjenks.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Simonelli, Anthony T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        SIMONELLI, ANTHONY T., 64, of Providence, passed away Thursday, August 14th, at Miriam Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Donna (Borrelli) Simonelli and brother of V.J. Simonelli and his wife, Loretta. Mr. Simonelli had been employed by Brown University as Lead Butcher for 28 years and for many years as the Head Chef at Camp Cronin in Pt. Judith. He was a volunteer driver with Meals on Wheels for over 10 years and also donated his time and talent teaching local senior citizens…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Wnuk, Leona J. (Marciniak)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          WNUK, LEONA J. (MARCINIAK), 92, formerly of Providence, died Wednesday at Cortland Place in Greenville. She was the widow of Edward J. Wnuk. Born in Providence, where she lived most of her life, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Adela (Dombrowski) Marciniak. She was employed as a mender for 30 years by the former Paragon Worsted Mills and was also an assembler at Bulova Watch. She was a member of the Young Polish People's Association and the St. Adalbert's seniors, but most of all she…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Friday, August 15, 2008

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 08/15/08

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Andrade, Dorothy Williams

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            ANDRADE, WILLIAMS DOROTHY, 89 of Palm Bay, FL. died peacefully at home on Sunday Aug 3. She was the wife of the late Joseph Andrade. She was predeceased by her son Wilfred Williams and her daughter Shirley Catlow. She leaves 4 daughters: Pearl Giamarco, Dorothy Catlow, Jean MacKay and Joanne Kozlin, one son, Charles T. Williams. Burial will be private.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Arnold, Gloria B. (Cicerone)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Bovis, Hercules

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                BOVIS, HERCULES, 85, of Warwick passed away August 13, 2008 at Jane Brown Building of RI Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Mary (Alexander) Bovis. Born in Kalamata, Greece a son of the late Athansios and Maria (Nonopoulos) Bovis. Mr. Bovis owned and operated the former restaurant, Washington Lunch, in Providence before retiring 20 years ago. He was a Police Officer in Athens, Greece prior to moving to this country in 1959. Besides his wife, he is survived by his son; Thomas Bovis and his wife Wendy of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Brault, Edmond

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  BRAULT, EDMOND 68 of Charlestown, died peacefully July 10th surrounded by his family He leaves his wife Brigidia Di Iorio Brault, sons Richard, Robert Brault, grandson Joseph L. Brault, sisters Carolyn Merolla, Lois Fenner, four step children, former wife Joan Turner Mello. Predeceased by the late Louis H. and Helena Mellon Brault. His life will be celebrated Saturday August 16 in Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church at 10 am. Arrangments by MJ Beraducci

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Charpentier, Richard E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    CHARPENTIER, RICHARD E., 61, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Lorri J. (Sirois) Charpentier for 26 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Clarence E. and Lydia F. (Galasso) Charpentier, he resided in Pawtucket before moving to Seekonk in 1983. Dick was a graduate of Pawtucket West High School and Roger Williams College. He was a Vietnam Era Army veteran. Dick was a Territory Manager for Organica Biotech and was previously employed by Lebanon Seaboard. He loved…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Chianese, Anthony J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Del Gigante, Ret. Lt. CFD Robert J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Del GIGANTE, ROBERT J. (RET. LT. CFD), 83, of North Palm Beach, FL and West Warwick, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2008 at Kent County Memorial Hospital in Warwick. He was the beloved husband for 60 years of Christina N. (Morenzi) Del Gigante. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Joseph and Marie Del Gigante. Mr. Del Gigante worked for the City of Cranston for 33 years as a firefighter and later as an arson inspector before retiring with the rank of lieutenant in 1987. He was also a WW-II U.S.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Duncan, Richard

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          DUNCAN, RICHARD, of East Greenwich, Rhode Island died August 4, 2008. He is survived by his wife Bonnie Lee (Burgess) of East Greenwich and his children, Richard S. and his wife Donna Duncan of Cumberland, RI; Denise and her husband Jeff Lemieux of Southborough, MA; and Mark and his wife Debby Duncan of Stamford, CT. Additionally he is survived by grandchildren Steven, Ryan, Ashley, Davis, Alex and Tyler; his mother, Margaret; and his brother, John Duncan, of Coral Gables, Florida. Richard was born March…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Emyanitoff, Zolman

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            EMYANITOFF, ZOLMAN, of Brookline, MA, formerly of Chicago, IL on Wednesday, August 13, 2008. Beloved husband of Julia (Kirstein). Devoted father of Marva Emyanitoff of Johnston, RI and Ruth and Gerard Badler of Brookline, MA. Dear grandfather of Benjamin of Charlotte Badler. Services will be private. Remembrances may be made to the National Yiddish Book Center, 1021 West St., Amherst, MA 01002 or Hebrew SeniorLife, 1200 Centre St., Roslindale, MA 02131. Levine Chapels, Brookline, MA 617-277-8300.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Ethier Jr., Reuben Owen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              ETHIER, REUBEN OWEN JR., passed Friday, August 8, 2008, in the Alleghany General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. A son of the late Reuben O. Ethier, and Elizabeth 'Betty' Federici Ethier. He leaves his daughter Kayla Ethier, grandson Ashton, brother Charles Ethier, sisters Lori DiPina and Elizabeth Mulligan, nephews Kyle, Sean, and Ayrton, and his companion Dori Petravich. A sales representative with the family's business Occupations Unlimited of Warwick. Visitation Saturday morning 8-9:30am in the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Fennessy, Louise M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                FENNESSY, LOUISE M., 79, of Curtis Ave., died Wednesday at the R.I. Hospital. She was the former wife of the late James Fennessy. Born in Dedham MA., a daughter of the late Joseph O. and Rose (Igenti) Staula, she was a South Attleboro resident for 42 years. Louise had worked in accounts receivable for the Hilsinger Corporation retiring in 1994. She leaves her sons: James Fennessy with whom she lived and David Fennessy and his wife Michelle of Prior Lake, MN., and her beloved grandchildren Zachary and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Gambardelli, Alfred

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  GAMBARDELLI, ALFRED, 84, of Hauxhurst Street, Providence passed away at home August 13, 2008. Born in Providence a son of the late Giovanni and Concetta (Zaccaria) Gambardelli. He was the husband of the late Carmella (Saurino) Gambardelli. Mr. Gambardelli was a Union Bricklayer for Local # 271. He was a WWII Army Veteran. He was the uncle of John and Steven Grasso, Richard Gambardelli, Anthony Uberti, and Betty Ann Grasso-Palmisciano. Also survived by great nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Guertin, Peggy A. (Weeden)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    GUERTIN, PEGGY A. (WEEDEN), 51, of Mechanicsville, VA., died unexpectedly Sunday, August 10, 2008 at home. She was the beloved wife of Timothy J. Guertin. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Richard C. and Shirley A. (Maher) Weeden. Peggy was the mother of Michael and Thomas Guertin and sister of James, Paul, John, and the late Kevin Weeden. Her funeral service will be held Monday at 10AM in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Chapel, 2435 Warwick Ave., Warwick. Burial will be in the RI…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Hammarlund Jr., Charles N.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      HAMMARLUND, CHARLES N., JR. 82. Thurs, Aug 13, 2008 Of Foot of The Lake, North Guilford. Husband of Nancy Sorensen Hammarlund. Born on August 12, 1926 in Providence, RI, son of the late Charles N. and Helen Masterson Hammarlund Sr. Father of Charles (Chip) N. (Ellen) Hammarlund III, John (Barbara) Hammarlund, Emil Hammarlund, all of North Guilford and Katrina (Luke) Murphy of Wolcott and a large extended family. Also survived by a sister Judy Pangbourne of Riverside, RI. He was pre-deceased by a sister…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Higgins, Cheryl B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        HIGGINS, CHERYL B. 40, of Simmonsville Ave. died Monday at home. Born in Providence she was a daughter of Louise Simoneau of Johnston and the late Alex R. Simoneau She leaves her children: Jarah, Alex and Colleen as well as her sisters: Suzanne (Richard) Remillard and Kimberly (John) Budrock. She also leaves 3 nieces and a nephew and 3 great nieces and a great nephew as well as two very special people in her life, Henry and Judy. A memorial service in celebration of her life will be held Sunday at 2pm in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Leach, Donald M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          LEACH, DONALD M., 79, formerly of Campbell Street died Tuesday, August 12, 2008 at Longmeadow of Taunton, Taunton, MA. He was the husband of the late Helen F. (White) Leach. Born in Pawtucket, a son of the late J. Milton and Mildred (Slocum) Leach, he had lived in Pawtucket and Cumberland for most of his life. Mr. Leach was a cloth designer for Cadillac Textiles, Cumberland for 35 years before retiring. He attended the Rhode Island School of Design. A Korean War Army veteran, he was a member of Cumberland…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Metro, Luke Robert

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            METRO, LUKE ROBERT, 17 month old of Sodum Trail, Exeter, died August 8th at South County Hospital. Luke was the son of Paul and Pamela (Neri) Metro. Luke is survived by his Grandparents; Anthony and Carol Neri Jr. of Exeter, Paul R. Metro of Cranston, Glen and Kathleen Bankowski of West Warwick. Aunts and Uncles; Anthony and Courtney Neri III of North Kingstown, Neil A. Metro. Great Grandparents; Anthony and Jacqueline Neri of Pascoag, Madine Marsh of Harrisville, Mary C. Metro. Great Uncles; Donald and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Narciso, Moises C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              NARCISO, MOISES C., 67, owner of Mo's Landscaping Co. for over 30 years and a former employee of Bulova Watch Co. for 25 years, died Saturday August 9, 2008 at home after an illness. He was the beloved husband of Darlene P. (Fratus) Narciso. Born in the Azores, he was the son of the late Serafino and Rose (Correira) Narciso and has been a Warwick resident for over 40 years. He was a devoted family man and loved and cherished his family more than words could express. Mr. Narciso was a communicant of St.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Thibodeau, Claire F. (Murphy)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                THIBODEAU, CLAIRE F. (MURPHY), age 69, of Tiverton, RI died Aug. 13, 2008 at her residence. She was the wife of Arthur J. 'Lou' Thibodeau, II for the past 46 years. Born in Fall River, a daughter of the late James Murphy and Mary H. (Harrington) Murphy, she spent her youth in Somerset, and lived in Tiverton for the past 43 years. Mrs. Thibodeau's life passion was teaching. A third grade school teacher for the Chace St. School in Somerset for 28 years, she retired in 1996. She was a member of the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Thursday, August 14, 2008

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 08/14/08

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Antonio, Americo

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  ANTONIO, AMERICO age 90 passed away on August 12th at Elmhurst Extended Care in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Alda (Ramos)Antonio. A graveside service will be held on FRIDAY at 10am in Swan Point Cemetery, Providence. Arrangements are with RUSSELL J. BOYLE & SON. For on line expressions of sympathy visit, www.boyleandsonfuneralhome.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Appleton, Sally (Badger)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    invited. Memorial contributions may be made to The Garden of Hallworth House, 66 Benefit St. Providence, RI. Burial private. Arrangements in the care of Waring-Sullivan Homes of Memorial Tribute, Fall River, MA

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Barber, James E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      BARBER, JAMES E., 85, of Manchester Circle, Coventry, died Saturday at his home. He was the companion of Constance Lawson of Coventry. He was the husband of the late Prudence O. (Woods) Barber. Born in St. Albans, VT, he was a son of the late Fred and Margaret (Weeks) Barber. He was a WWII and Korean Army Veteran. Mr. Barber was a Truck Driver for Scott Brass before retiring. He was Commissioner with the Board of Directors for the Coventry Housing Authority, a member and past President of the Knotty Oak…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Brady, Mary L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        BRADY, MARY L., 54, of Park Avenue, and formerly of Providence, died Tuesday, July 29, at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late John W. and Mary (Hinchey) Brady. Mary Louise worked in the Human Resource Department of Arkwright, Inc. for many years. She served our country in the United States Navy. She leaves an aunt, Anne McAndrew, and several cousins. She was a sister of the late Michael Brady. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Brzoza, Dora (Hoopis)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          BRZOZA, DORA (HOOPIS), 94, of Clifden Avenue, Cranston, died Sunday, August 10, 2008 at South County Hospital, Wakefield. She was the beloved wife of Sylvester W. Brzoza. They were married for sixty years. Mrs. Brzoza was employed by Textron Industries at both Gorham Silver Company and Spiedel for twenty years until her retirement. She was a graduate of Central High School, RI Academy of Hairdressing and the Helen and Josephine School of Design and Drafting. Besides her husband she is survived by her loving…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Cameron, Mary E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            CAMERON, MARY E., 76, of West Palm Beach, FL, formerly of Lincoln, died Friday. She was the wife of the late Daniel Cameron and a daughter of the late Henry and Mary (Quinn) Toner. She was employed as a teacher at Central Falls High School until her retirement. Mrs. Cameron is a 1972 graduate of Bryant College. She graduated Summa Cum Laude. Her son John Cameron of Hope Valley, her daughters Liza Wasser of Germany and Margaret Kiess of Florida, and 9 grandchildren survive her. She was the mother of the late…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Capuano, John M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              CAPUANO, JOHN M., 46, of Narragansett, died Monday. He was the son of Patricia (Martin) Capuano of Providence and the late Melvin Capuano. Besides his mother he leaves a brother: Martin Capuano and two sisters: Mimi Jordan and Joanne Medeiros. John worked as a lobsterman and furniture refinisher. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday at 10am in St. Joseph Church, Hope St., Providence. Burial will be private. Condolences may be sent to monahandrabblesherman.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Coppage, Muriel C. (Maynard)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                COPPAGE, MURIEL C. (MAYNARD) 57, of Scenery Lane, died Wednesday, August 13, 2008. She was the daughter of Shirley M. (O'Neil) Varin and her husband Ernest Varin of Smithfield and the late Irving J. Maynard. Born in Providence, she was a resident of Johnston for the past three years and had previously lived in North Kingstown and Smithfield. She enjoyed dance and had taught ballet. After attending Rhode Island College she pursued a career in Human Resources and retired from the Human Resource Department…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • DeLuca, Raymond S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  DeLUCA, RAYMOND S., 68, of Thunder Trail, Cranston, died Monday, August 11, 2008 at Kent County Hospital, Warwick. He was the beloved husband of Beverly A. (Improta) DeLuca. They were married for forty-four years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Pasco and Margaret (Hill) DeLuca. Mr. DeLuca was an electrician and a member of Union Local #99 I.B.E.W., Cranston for thirty-five years before retiring in 1995. His passions were his family and the New York Yankees. Besides his wife he is survived by…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Duncan, Richard

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    DUNCAN, RICHARD, of East Greenwich, Rhode Island died August 4, 2008. He is survived by his wife Bonnie Lee (Burgess) of East Greenwich and his children, Richard S. and his wife Donna Duncan of Cumberland, RI; Denise and her husband Jeff Lemieux of Southborough, MA; and Mark and his wife Debby Duncan of Stamford, CT. Additionally he is survived by grandchildren Steven, Ryan, Ashley, Davis, Alex and Tyler; his mother, Margaret; and his brother, John Duncan, of Coral Gables, Florida. Richard was born March…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Durfee, Ellen (Ebel)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      DURFEE, ELLEN (EBEL), 88, of Somerset passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2008, at her home. She was the wife of the late Lloyd Durfee and a beloved mother of seven. Ellen was born in Richmond, VA, on February 22, 1920, the daughter of the late Henry and Vera (Blunt) Ebel. Ellen graduated from Farmville State Teachers College in Virginia, with a bachelor of science degree in education. Mrs. Durfee devoted her life to raising her family. She worked for the Somerset School Department for several years, and was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Dymling, W. Gloria

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        DYMLING, W. GLORIA 82, of Hanson Drive, died Tuesday, August 12, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, one day before her 59th wedding anniversary. She was the beloved wife of J. Evert Dymling. Born in Providence she was a daughter of the late Stanley M. and Carolyn E. (Putterick) Fralick and had lived in North Kingstown for the past forty-four years. For forty years she worked as a secretary for several Rhode Island companies. She was a member of Quidnessett Baptist Church where she headed the Young at Heart…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Himes, Judith Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Judith Ann Himes, 68, of Traverse City, Mich., formerly of Westerly and Orange County, Calif., died Monday, Aug. 11, 2008, at the Munson Hospice House in Traverse City. She was born on July 17, 1940, in Westerly. Judy had been employed as a social worker for Orange County for 26 years. She enjoyed tennis, cross country skiing, traveling and her dogs. She was a member of the Anaheim Tennis Club and the Tustin Tennis Club while living in California. She moved from Orange County to Traverse City a year and a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Kay, Helen B. (Corbett)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            KAY, HELEN B., (CORBETT) 73, of Linden Road, Barrington, passed away unexpectedly at Lancaster General Hospital, Lancaster, Pa., on Saturday, August 9, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late F. Roy Kay, Jr., to whom she was married for fifty years. Born in Philadelphia on November 17, 1934, Mrs. Kay was the daughter of the late William J. and Helen B. (Drain) Corbett, she lived in Barrington for 32 years. Helen was the bookkeeper and office manager at Cain and Divver Insurance Company in Pawtucket, R.I.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Mattos, Dorothy R. (Plante)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              MATTOS, DOROTHY R. (PLANTE), 73, died Tuesday, August 12, 2008 at home. She was the wife of the late Anthony A. Mattos and a daughter of the late Aram and Catherine (Hicks) Plante. Dorothy was formerly employed for Paramount Greeting Cards for 12 years and was a member of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Auxiliary RI Dept. She was the beloved mother of Joseph A. Plante and Kim M. Heyder; sister of Conrad, Clarence and Joseph Plante and the late Aram Plante and Florida Thibeault; grandmother of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • McLaren, Francis D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                McLAREN, FRANCIS D., died Tuesday August 12, 2008 at Kent Hospital after a long illness. He was the husband of the late Mary A (Corrigan) McLaren. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Vincent H. and Gertrude (Doyle) McLaren. Mr. McLaren was a decorated WWII Army Veteran and received the Purple Heart. He is survived by three children, Kathleen M. Fagan and her husband Thomas of Madison, CT, Francis O. McLaren of Warwick and Michael V. McLaren of Coventry; one granddaughter Elizabeth B. Fagan of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Mutch, Madeline Maurer

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  MUTCH, MADELINE MAURER, 76, of Williams Street, Providence, passed away at home on Friday, July 25 after a courageous battle with cancer and surrounded by the love of her three daughters. She was the wife of the late Thomas 'Tim' A. Mutch. Born on January 5, 1932 in Wilkes Barre, PA, she was the daughter of Robert and Nerline Maurer. She received a nursing degree from the Columbia University School of Nursing in 1954. In 1960, she moved to Providence with her husband Tim and was active in church and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Narciso, Moises C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    NARCISO, MOISES C., 67, owner of Mo's Landscaping Co. for over 30 years and a former employee of Bulova Watch Co. for 25 years, died Saturday August 9, 2008 at home after an illness. He was the beloved husband of Darlene P. (Fratus) Narciso. Born in the Azores, he was the son of the late Serafino and Rose (Correira) Narciso and has been a Warwick resident for over 40 years. He was a devoted family man and loved and cherished his family more than words could express. Mr. Narciso was a communicant of St.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Roderick, Robert H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      RODERICK, ROBERT H., 77, of North Scituate, died on Wednesday, August 13, 2008 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Mary (D'Agostino) Roderick and the late Ruby (Hopkins) Roderick. Born in South Providence, he was a son of Helen (Newsham) Roderick and the late Manuel Roderick, he resided in North Scituate for most of his life. Mr. Roderick worked at Natco Products in West Warwick and Georgia for 42 years. He was an avid golfer, square dancer, bowler, loved to fish, and had been…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Rosato, Jack A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        ROSATO, JACK A., 62, of Cranston, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2008 at Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Cheryl A. (Parker) Rosato. Born in Buffalo, N.Y., he was the son of the late Giacino and Penny (Darbee) Rosato. Jack had worked for Telco Inc. for many years. A loving husband and father and a devoted grandfather, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Besides his wife of 39 years, he leaves two sons, Jack G. Rosato and Michael P. Rosato; a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Tempest, Marguerite E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          TEMPEST, MARGUERITE E., 84, resident of Foster, RI died August 12, 2008, at RI Hospital in Providence. Loving wife of the late Raymond D.Tempest. Born in Oakland, RI, daughter of the late Leo & Eva (Herard) Lee. Survivors include sons John, Gordon, and Raymond Jr., daughters Donna Tempest-Folds, Barbara Small, Colleen Monteiro, and Gail Rochefort, 15 grandchildren & 6 great grandchildren, brother, Robert Lee, sisters, Camille Menard, Elaine Latendresse, Gloria White, Miriam Misiaszek, and Carolyn…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Theetge, Ernest G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            THEETGE, ERNEST G., 83, an outside machinist and tool room attendant at Electric Boat in Groton, CT for fifteen years before retiring in 1988 and owner of Ernie's Rod and Real Repair, died Tuesday, August 12, 2008 at Kent Hospital. He was the husband of the late Grace M. (DelSanto) Theetge and a son of the late Harold and Dorothy (Gordon) Theetge. He was a member of Trout Unlimited, RI Salt Water Anglers, North American Fishing Club, a Senior Citizen Volunteer with D.E.M Fish and Wildlife, the RI…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Torrey, Arthur Richard "Dick"