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North Providence, Rhode Island Obituaries
Local obituaries for the North Providence, RI area
Susan Naylor
Sep 5, 2025
Susan Naylor, 81, a longtime resident of North Providence, passed away on September 5, 2025. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Harold and Mildred (Smith) Naylor.
Along with her father, Susan owned the Little Rhody Coin Company in Centredale. She was a longtime member of St. James Episcopal Church. She loved animals, especially horses and blue jays,...
Ella L. DiBiasio
Sep 10, 2025
Ella L. DiBiasio (Gauvin), 94, passed away peacefully on September 10. 2025 at Heritage Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center with her family by her side. She was the wife of the late Albert C. DiBiasio. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late David and Medora (Lefebvre) Gauvin.
Ella worked for the Providence School Department for 25 years, before...
Rose A. Healis
Aug 30, 2025
Rose A. Healis (Mulcahey), 87, passed away on August 30, 2025 at the HopeHealth Hospice Center. She was the wife of the late Herbert D. Healis, Sr. Born in North Providence, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Doris (Pickett) Mulcahey.
She is survived by her daughter, Diane Crandall and her husband, Kevin, three sons, Herbert Healis, Jr. and...
Paul L. Christopher
Aug 26, 2025
Paul L. Christopher, of Fall River, formerly of North Providence, passed away on August 26, 2025, at the age of 70 at St. Anne's Hospital. He was the husband of the late Deborah Ann (Pikor) Christopher before her passing in 2006. Born on August 16, 1955, in East Providence, he was the son of the late Louis and Agnes (Dourado)...
Edward J. DiPrete, Sr.
Aug 24, 2025
Edward J. DiPrete, Sr., 79, of North Providence, passed away on August 24, 2025 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He was the devoted husband of 44 years to Angelica “Dolly” (DiSantis) DiPrete. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Ralph and Elvira (Rivera) DiPrete.
Edward worked for National Chain Company of Warwick for 40 years before retiring....
Wendy D. Polak
Aug 22, 2025
Wendy (Schwarzer) Polak, 72, of Smithfield, Rhode Island, passed away unexpectedly in the loving arms of her family in the early hours of August 22, 2025, at Roger Williams Medical Center.
Wendy was born on March 30, 1953, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, to the late Harry Schwarzer and Audrey (Miller) Schwarzer. She is survived by her spouse, Theodore “Ted” Polak, Sr., her...
Valeria L. Varrecchione
Aug 22, 2025
Valeria L. Varrecchione, of Smithfield, passed away on August 22, 2025, in Providence, Rhode Island. Born on July 13, 1950, in Macchiagodena, Italy, to the late Michael and Michelina (Iapaolo) Czerniawski. She proudly emigrated to the United States with her family in 1951. She earned her Bachelor's Degree from the University of Rhode Island before dedicating her professional life to...
Ellen E. Burns
Aug 18, 2025
Ellen E. Burns, born on July 7, 1947, in Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2025, at her home in North Providence.
As the eldest of ten children, Ellen assumed the role of a second mother to her siblings, illustrating her unwavering commitment to family. She nurtured her loved ones with warmth and care, always ready to lend...
Karen C. Newman
Aug 17, 2025
Karen Corrine Newman (Laboissonniere), 76, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts. Born on April 11, 1949, in Providence, Rhode Island, she lived a life marked by devotion to her family, pride in her country, and a deep appreciation for history and tradition.
Karen graduated from Smithfield High School as part of the Class of 1968 and went...
Austin H. Livesey
Aug 17, 2025
Austin H. Livesey, 95, of Johnston, passed away peacefully at his son’s home in Smithfield on August 17, 2025. Born on September 11, 1929, in Providence, he was a proud US Navy veteran who served during the Korean Conflict, exemplifying courage and dedication to his country.
For three decades, Austin was a Shop Steward at the Greystone Social Club. Additionally, he...
Marilyn A. Grange
Aug 14, 2025
Marilyn A. Grange "Mal", passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, at the age of 91 at Roger Williams Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born on March 13, 1934, in Bellows Falls, VT, to the late Raymond and Doris (Collins) Upham.
Marilyn was a proud graduate of North Attleboro High School, Class of 1953. Throughout her professional life,...
Phillip D. Durrell
Aug 9, 2025
Phillip D. Durrell, 68, passed away surrounded by Family on August 9, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 22, 1957, in Providence, R.I., he was the son of the late Everett Milton Durrell and Rita Marie (Varin) Durrell, and the devoted husband of the late Patricia Ann (Ramaglia) Durrell.
Phillip faced his illness with the same grit...
Carole A. Vannelli
Jul 24, 2025
Carole A. Vannelli (Rogler), 88, of Johnston, passed away on July 24, 2025 at Briarcliffe Preserves. She was the wife of the late Michael J. Vannelli, to whom she had been married since 1958 until his passing last year. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Alice (Clapham) Rogler.
Carole was a bookkeeper and receptionist at...
William A. Lanna
Jul 17, 2025
William A. Lanna, known affectionately to many as "Billy the Kid," passed away on July 17, 2025, in his hometown of Providence. Born on January 12, 1980, William was a passionate and dedicated semi-professional pool player, a pursuit that defined much of his life and provided him with countless cherished memories and friendships.
Throughout his career, William showcased remarkable talent at...
Corrina Ashley Kansiewicz
Jun 25, 2025
Corrina Ashley Kansiewicz, 33, of Providence, passed away on June 25, 2025.. She was the beloved daughter of Barbara Kansiewicz and the late John Ciotti.
Besides her mother, she leaves behind her brother, Mitchell Kansiewicz and sister, Danielle Ciotti.
Corrina has been an exceptional daughter, sister, friend and so much more to all that knew her. Her biggest joys were having adventures,...
Robert E. Izzo
Jun 23, 2025
Robert E. Izzo, 73, of North Providence, passed away on June 23, 2025. He was the husband of the late Carolyn A. (Flynn) Izzo and the son of the late Robert E. and Jennie (Bianco) Izzo.
Bob was the recipient of a bone marrow transplant in March but experienced an untreatable relapse. He was able to spend a few days in...
Ronald M. Costa
Jun 20, 2025
Ronald M. Costa, a longtime North Providence resident, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, at the age of 83. He was the beloved husband of the late Margaret R. (Neil) Costa. Born on May 28, 1942, in Providence, he was a son of the late Manuel Costa and the late Nancy (Ceccofiglio) Costa-Vaccaro.
Ronald's career in maintenance for the Town...
Carolyn J. Alsfeld
Jun 16, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Carolyn Joyce (Webster) Alsfeld (86) of Smithfield, Rhode Island, on June 16, 2025. Carolyn was born to parents Joseph S.W. Webster and Annie Elizabeth (Woolhouse) Webster. Carolyn had four siblings, Marion, Raymond, Gladys, and Beverly. She was the loving and devoted wife of Roy Cartier Alsfeld who preceded her...
Peter DiLullo, Jr.
Jun 13, 2025
Peter DiLullo Jr., 88, died peacefully on June 13th, 2025 at Hope Health Hulitar Hospice, deeply loved and well cared for. Peter was born in Providence RI, son of the late Peter and Mafalda (Norcini) DiLullo. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 45 years and mother of their three devoted sons, Carol (Scott) DiLullo, brother Richard DiLullo and...
Lynda M. Iannuccilli
Jun 8, 2025
Lynda M. Iannuccilli (Tyas), born on July 19, 1948, in Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at Hopehealth Hospice Center on June 8, 2025. A devoted sister and aunt, Lynda's life was characterized by her unwavering love and dedication to her family.
Lynda was preceded in death by her husband, John Iannuccilli, as well as her parents, Kenneth J. Tyas, Sr....
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