Oct 9, 2023

Oct 5, 2023

James Pafundi, passed away suddenly on October 5, 2023, at the age of 101.

He was born in Wells, Vermont on April 14, 1922 to Antonio Pafundi and Maria (LaPadulla) Pafundi. The family then moved to North Providence, where he grew up.

Jimmy had a wonderful childhood surrounded by all 9 of his brothers.  He was drafted to fight in...

Sep 30, 2023

 

Allen P. Gagliastre “Buck”, 78, died on September 30, 2023 in his home, surrounded by his family.  He was the husband of Theresa (Belanger) Gagliastre for 47 years.  Born in Worcester, he was the son of the late Salvatore and Alice (Nicklin) Gagliastre.

Allen had worked for Gateways to Change for many years in maintenance, as well as assisted...

Sep 27, 2023

Lucille Garland (nee Laurino), beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully on September 27, 2023, in Providence at age 80. Born on August 1, 1943, to the late John and Lucy Laurino (nee Zambuco). Lucille was the youngest sibling in the family, with beloved late siblings John A. Laurino, Joann Drake, and Sabina Arroyo.Lucille is survived by her husband...

Sep 25, 2023

 

Derosier, Gerard J., 85, of Smithfield, died Monday, September 25, 2023 at the HopeHealth Hospice Center in Providence. He was the husband of Marie C. Derosier. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Albert and Eugenie Derosier. He was the brother of the late Lucille Dunbar. 

A lifetime resident of Smithfield, Gerard had worked for Worcester Textile until his retirement. After high school, he served in the US Air Force. He was...

Sep 22, 2023

Funeral services and burial will be private.

Sep 18, 2023

 

Donald C. Brown, 87, of Smithfield, Rhode Island passed away on Monday, September 18 at the HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence.

He was married for 65 years to Genevieve Ward, and was the father of Karen Veltri of Smithfield, Rhode Island; Susan Vinton of North Palm Beach, Florida; and Donna Wright of Edmond, Oklahoma.He was grandfather to 5...

Sep 17, 2023

Lisa Mae Anderson, 57, of Smithfield, passed unexpectedly at her home on September 17, 2023.  Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Richard Prince Anderson and Barbara Mae (Coffin) Anderson.

She is survived by her two daughters, Sydney Butera and Julia Butera, as well as their father, Kevin Butera, all of Smithfield; her siblings, Brenda Anderson of...

Sep 17, 2023

Carolyn E. Snell, 77, of Smithfield, passed on September 17, 2023. She was the wife of the late David R. Snell, who she was married to for 59 years prior to his passing. Born in Providence, she was the first born child of the late Joseph and Shirley Houle.

Carolyn was family-oriented, helping to raise her grandchildren, who were...

Sep 17, 2023

 

GERTRUDE ANNETTE RESENDES (MÈMERÉ) born December 6, 1933, passed away peacefully at home on September 17, 2023. Gertrude was the daughter of the late Eva and Stanley Pellerin.

She was the beloved wife of the late George W. Resendes for 52 years until his passing in 2006. Gert was the loving mother of five girls; Cheryl and Rick Long...

Sep 11, 2023

Sep 10, 2023

 

Steven "Grummit" Albert Gagnon, 66, of North Providence, passed away September 10, 2023 at Fatima Hospital. He was a lifetime Smithfield resident.

Born September 6, 1957 in Providence, Rhode Island, he was the son of the late Maureen (McGrath) and Thomas Gagnon.

A graduate of La Salle Academy, he went on to serve during peacetime with the United States...

Sep 7, 2023

 

Rita A. Medeiros, 85, passed away September 7, 2023. She was the wife of the late Steve P. Medeiros.

A lifelong resident of Smithfield, she was the daughter of the late George T. and Rita LaCroix and sister of the late Alfred LaCroix.

She was the mother of Donna Ficarrotta of Las Vegas, Pamela Medeiros of Smithfield, and Michelle...

Sep 5, 2023

James Everett “Jim” Gilcreast Jr., of North Providence, died peacefully on September 5, 2023, in Providence, RI.  Son of the late James Everett Gilcreast Sr. and Mary F. (Dillon) Gilcreast, he was born on August 30, 1946, in Quincy, MA.  He was a proud Golden Eagle, graduating with a B.A. (1968) and M.A. (1981) in Political Science from Boston College. ...

Sep 3, 2023

William J. Smith, 70, of Mapleville, passed peacefully on Sunday, September 3, 2023 at his daughter’s home, surrounded by his family.  Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Ethel Smith, John Gore, and Kenneth Smith.

William was a devoted employee of Dave’s Marketplace for many years.  He was the life of the party and enjoyed music and...

Aug 30, 2023

 

Carole Ann (Galligan) Sgambato of North Providence, age 77; Officer and owner of Yacht Club Bottling Works in Centredale, passed away unexpectedly on August 30, 2023. She was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, William J. Sgambato.

Carole is survived by her children, Michael Sgambato, Cheri Sgambato and Brian Zarlenga, Lisa (Sgambato) Calabro, husband Derek and John Sgambato,...

Aug 29, 2023

 

Jeffrey (Jeff) W. Thomas        July 12,1947 – August 29, 2023

Jeffrey (Jeff) W. Thomas, 76, of Clinton, Maine, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. He was the devoted husband of the late Joann (Fleming) Thomas for 31 years.

Jeff was born in Providence, RI, son of the late Edwin (Ted) and Harriet (Snell) Thomas....

Aug 18, 2023

G. Douglas Scott

G. Douglas Scott, 86, of Johnston, died on August 18, 2023 at the Hopehealth Hospice Center.  He was the husband of the late Marilyn (Martin) Scott.  Doug was born on January 12, 1937, to the late Robert S. and Annie Mary (Lawton) Scott.

Doug worked for W.E. Jackson & Company as a bookbinder and pressman for...

Aug 14, 2023

Rose M. Turner (Gervais), 83, of Smithfield, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 14, 2023.  She was the devoted and dearly beloved wife of James A. Turner, to whom she was happily married for 64 years. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Wilfred J. and Mary Jane (Forget) Gervais.

Rose lived a long and very happy...

Aug 12, 2023

 

Paulette Pike, 73, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2023, surrounded by family and friends. Born in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of Edith (Feuti) and Joseph Franco. Paulette is survived by her devoted sons, Stephen (Joanna) Pike and Bryan Pike, grandchildren Camden, Groove, Banyan Kehr Pike, and Kara (Matthew) Irvin, as well as her five great-granddaughters. Growing...