Jan 23, 2023

Gloria T. Marinaccio (Cardarelli), 90, died on January 21, 2023 in North Providence at the home of her daughter.  She was the wife of the late Marco Marinaccio.  Born in Pawtucket, she was a daughter of the late Sabatino and Lena (Caouette) Cardarelli.

Gloria was a devoted stay-at-home mom to her five children.  She brought them up...

Jan 21, 2023

William J. Brown, 41, of Smithfield, died unexpectedly on January 21, 2023 at his home.  Born in Providence, he was a son of William E. Brown and the late Kathleen (Leveille) Brown.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his daughter  Olivia Cresci (the light of his life), his sister Kimberly Smith and her husband...

Jan 19, 2023

Kevin A. Webster, Sr., 56, of Cranston, died on January 19, 2023 at Miriam Hospital.  He was the husband of Melissa V. (Ostrowski) Webster.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Vernon K. Webster.

Kevin was a custodian for the Cranston School Department for 20 years before retiring.  He enjoyed spending time...

Jan 19, 2023

Jody M. Woods (Albert), 65, of Smithfield, died on January 19, 2023 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital with her family by her side.  Born in Houlton, ME, she was the daughter of Ralph Albert and the late Constance (Carpenter) Albert.

Jody was known as the family genealogist, spending much of her time on Ancestry.com. ...

Jan 12, 2023

Carol J. Sherboken (Mariotti), 72, of Smithfield, died peacefully on January 12, 2023 at her home with her family by her side.  She was the wife of Paul Sherboken for 52 years.  Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Caesar and Adeline (Pirolli) Mariotti and stepdaughter of the late Carolina (Petrella) Mariotti.

Carol had...

Jan 10, 2023

Debra A. Laplante (DeCoteau), 66, of Johnston, died on January 10, 2023 at Rhode Island Hospital.  She was the wife of David Laplante.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Nelson and Theresa (Guertin) DeCoteau.

Debra worked as a bus aide for First Student until recently retiring.  She loved going on cruises and going...

Jan 10, 2023

John R. Tate, Sr., 82, of North Providence, passed at on January 10, 2023 at Crystal Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation.  He was the son of the late George H. and Lily (Metcalf) Tate and husband of the late Anita (Lambert) Tate.

John is survived by his son, John R. Tate, Jr. of Harrisville, his sister, Sheila Neill...

Jan 9, 2023

Joanne Santos (Frias), 72, of North Providence, died on January 9, 2023 at her home.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late James Frias and Mildred (McNulty) Donovan.

She is survived by five children, Ernest “Rusty” Santos, Jennifer Spellman, Kristoffer Santos, Teri Ramirez, and Kelly Hall, 15 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.  She is also...

Jan 9, 2023

Albert J. Grilli, 82, of Johnston, died on January 9, 2023 at the HopeHealth Hospice Inpatient Center.  Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Anthony Grilli Esq and Della (Cantini) Grilli.

Albert was a purchasing agent for the jewelry industry before retiring.  He later worked as a bartender for the Knights of Columbus, Dillon...

Jan 4, 2023

JoAnn Coe Atkinson, age 93 of Johnston, RI and Melbourne Beach, FL passed peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on January 4, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.

JoAnn was born on October 9, 1929 in Holbrook, MA to parents, Alfred and Jane Coe. She is predeceased by her six siblings. She grew...

Dec 28, 2022

Marjorie M. (Rennard) Sparadeo, 97, of North Providence, died on December 28, 2022 at the HopeHealth Hospice Center.  She was the wife of the late Gordon A. Sparadeo and the late Albert Pearson.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Edith (Leach) Rennard.

Marjorie was an office manager for Associates in Anesthesia,...

Dec 26, 2022

Lucas James D'Alessio, “Luke,” age 43, of Cranston, passed away surrounded by loved ones on December 26, 2022. Born in Providence, RI, he was the beloved son of Frank J. D'Alessio and Barbara A. D'Alessio of Cranston, RI.

From an early age, it was clear to see that Lucas had a fun and adventurous spirit. He quickly...

Dec 25, 2022

James P. Tasillo, of North Providence, died on December 25, 2022 at his home.  He was the husband of Jean K. Tasillo.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Donato and Vincenza (Mancini) Tasillo.

Jim was a letter carrier for the US Postal Service for 31 years and a member of the NALC, Branch...

Dec 22, 2022

James ‘Jim/Jimmy” Hill, 86 years old passed away on Thursday December 22nd, 2002, surrounded by loved ones.

Jimmy was born in Providence on December 8, 1936 and was the son of the late James and Edna (Hadley) Hill. He is survived by many cousins, including Dave Drowne, and many extended family members, particularly The Fogarty Center, Woodlawn...

Dec 17, 2022

Lois J. Imondi, 87, of Johnston, died on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at Cherry Hill Manor surrounded by her family.  She was the wife of Angelo Imondi for 61 years.  Born in Teaneck, NJ she was the daughter of the late Charles and Gertrude (Pfaff) Gisselbrecht and sister of the late Melody McLaughlin.

Lois loved her family...

Dec 14, 2022

Angela G. Sibilia, 58, of Smithfield, died on December 14, 2022 at Oakland Grove Health Care Center.  Born in Jersey City, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Vincenza (Pietropinto) Sibilia.  She is survived by her brother, Frank Sibilia.

Angela had worked for the Town of Smithfield for 23 years before retiring.  She was...

Dec 10, 2022

Caine, Charles J., 85, of Florida, Matunuck, and Harrisville, died on December 10, 2022 at Landmark Medical Center with his family by his side.  He was the husband of Jeanne (Beausejour) Tarvis Caine and the late Helene (L’Etoile) Caine.  Born in Providence, he was a son of the late C. Walter and Gertrude (Garriepy) Caine and the late Aldea...

Dec 6, 2022

Delfina J. Rodas, 93, of North Providence, died on December 6, 2022.  She was the wife of the late Julio H. Rodas.  Born in Guatemala, she was a daughter of the late Isidro Monzon and Marcela Lucila Monterroso.

She is survived by ten children, Otto, Maria, Ruben, Consuelo, Melita, Mirza, Julio, Walter, Esther, and Edwin, many grandchildren...

Dec 3, 2022

Paul D. Deusch, 55, of North Providence, died unexpectedly on December 3, 2022.  He was the son of the late Fred H. Sr. and Dorothy E. (Winsor) Deusch.  He was the fiancé of Tracie Jessop.

Paul had worked as a regional manager for Napoli Management, where he was a lifelong employee.  He was a member of the...

Nov 17, 2022

Boudreau, Carlene (Nordquist), 81, of Whipple Rd., died November 17, 2022 at the HopeHospice Palliative Care in Providence. She was the wife of George F. Boudreau, Jr. for 61 years. Born in Pawtucket, she was a daughter of the late Carl E. Nordquist, Sr. and Ella (Nyberg) Nordquist.

Besides her husband she leaves two daughters, Carol A....