Nov 29, 2023

Roman A. Golembieski, 76, of North Providence, passed away on Wednesday, November 29th at Fatima Hospital in North Providence after a brief illness.

Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Roman Golembieski and Nancy A. (Pallini) Golembieski.

He is survived by his nephews, William Landry and his wife, Kelli of Greenville, Richard Landry and his wife, Brenda...

Nov 26, 2023

Sharon A. Greene, 81, of North Providence, died on November 26, 2023 at her home, with her family by her side.  Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Julia (Cannon) Greene.

Her parents' legacy and advocacy led to the establishment of the Fogarty Center, of which Sharon had been a member since 1966.  Sharon was...

Nov 19, 2023

Bernadette J. Latham, 101, of Johnston, died on November 19, 2023 at her home, just 10 days shy of her 102nd birthday.  She was the wife of the late Irving H. Latham.  Born in Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Armosa (Giroux) Audet and sister of the late Roland Audet.  She and her family immigrated...

Nov 17, 2023

 

Raymond Torregrossa, aged 69, passed away unexpectedly on November 17th. He was the devoted husband of Colleen Torregrossa(Hopper), married 34 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Raymond and Irene Torregrossa (Tulli).

 Ray was a lifelong resident of North Providence. Over the years, he proudly served his community as a detective of the North...

Nov 16, 2023

William E. (Bill) Dunbar Jr. passed away Thursday November 16th at the Heritage Hills Nursing Home surrounded by his family. He was 86 years old.  He was the husband of the late Lucille (Derosier) Dunbar.  Bill was an Army Reserve veteran,  coached hockey for many years for the town of North Providence and was an avid golfer.  He was a...

Nov 16, 2023

SMS Thomas John Butera

Born in Providence, Thomas was the son of the late John and Josephine (Maione) Butera. He was the beloved husband of Bernice Butera for 66 amazing years. He was the proud father of Thomas (wife Nancy), Shannon Conti (husband Crescenzo), Donald (wife Carol), David (wife Marie), and Kevin (companion Shannon). He was also the grandfather...

Nov 13, 2023

Brian D. Salvagna, 59, of Providence, died on November 13, 2023 at Landmark Medical Center.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Pasquale and Rose (Pennine) Salvagna.

In between the constant upkeep of being New England sports fan, Brian worked as an administrative assistant at Fogarty Center’s North Providence office and also at Access Point RI for 12...

Nov 13, 2023

Sibley, Tarrant (Tony)

Age 83, of North Providence, Rhode Island, formerly of Essex Junction and Williston, Vermont, passed away peacefully at home on November 13, 2023, after a battle with cancer. He is predeceased by his beloved wife of 57 years, Marlene Marie Sibley (Duell).

Born in Bennington, Vermont December 24, 1939, he was the son of the late Tarrant...

Nov 11, 2023

 

William L. Garriepy, 78, of Nasonville, RI, passed away on November 11, 2023 at Crystal Lake Nursing Home, Pascoag.  He was the beloved husband of Susan E. (Morin) Garriepy for 53 years.  He was the loving father of Mark W. Garriepy and his wife Cameron of Framingham, MA, Jason M. Garriepy and his wife Jackie of Smithfield, and Michael...

Nov 7, 2023

 

Our beloved Mother, Dolores S. Albanese, 91, of Providence, passed away November 7th at Hope Health Hospice.  Born July 21, 1932 , she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Blanche Hawk and sister of the late Charlotte Harbeson and Frances Thompson.   Dolores was born in North Providence  and attended schools  in Johnston . She was employed at Mine Safety Appliances for ...

Oct 20, 2023

 

Our Angel Joshua Hamdy tragically left us on October 20, 2023. Joshua loved puzzles, legos, playing video games and most of all loved to help fix things. He enjoyed taking something apart just to put it back together again. He always brought a smile to everyone's face when he entered a room, he will be loved and missed so...

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...