Mary Torrice

Torrice, Mary (Ianero), 97, died September 27, 2009. She was the wife of the late Fred Torrice. Born in Johnston, where she resided for most of her life, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Concetta (Nolla) Ianero.

Mary was a member of the Manton Seniors and was an avid bowler, card player, and reader. She also was a wonderful cook, being known for her Italian cookies. Mary adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She leaves two children, Fred Torrice and his wife Joyce of Cranston and Joyce Sauro of Narragansett, her son-in-law, Arthur Donovan of Johnston, two sisters, Josephine Capozza of Providence and Ann Stratton of Ohio, eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was mother of the late Cheryl Donovan, mother-in-law of the late Angelo Sauro, and sister of the late Pasco, Louis, and John Ianero.

Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial Thursday at 11 am in Our Lady of Grace Church, George Waterman Rd., Johnston, followed by burial in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Franciscan Missionaries of Mary, 399 Fruit Hill Ave., North Providence, RI 02911. www.robbinsfuneralhome.com