Obituaries
North Providence, Rhode Island Obituaries
Local obituaries for the North Providence, RI area
Rev. James P. Frink
Jul 24, 2024
The Rev. James Phillip Frink, 95 1/2 years old, died peacefully at home in Smithfield on July 24, 2024. He was born in St. Johnsbury, VT and grew up in No. Haverhill, New Hampshire. He came south to RI to pursue graduate studies in mathematics at Brown and his future took quite a turn when he left Brown for seminary...
Francis P. DeVita, Sr.
Jul 20, 2024
Francis P. DeVita, Sr., 70, of North Providence, passed away on July 20, 2024 at the Miriam Hospital. He was the husband of Donna M. (Vecchione) DeVita, whom he married nearly 51 years ago after meeting at the age of 15. Born in Boston, he was a son of the late Robert and Irene (Gerstel) Burns.
Francis loved playing football in...
Evelyn Caprarella
Jul 16, 2024
Evelyn Caprarella beloved mother passed away comfortably July 16,2024. She leaves behind her son, Alan Ludovici age 64 and grandson, Robert Ludovici age 33, as well as several cousins.
She was born in Pascoag, Rhode Island on May 19, 1931 to parents Amelia (Fasula) and Anthony Macioci. She worked for Almacs Grocery Store, where she always did her best until she...
Benjamin W. Rogers
Jul 13, 2024
Benjamin Wade Rogers, formerly a resident of Smithfield, Rhode Island, peacefully passed away in his sleep on July 13, 2024, at the age of thirty-five in Nashua, NH where he resided.
After graduating from Smithfield High School, he worked in the family’s business, Brands Hobby in North Providence and later at General Dynamics Electric Boat as a CNC Laser Operator. Ben...
Carolyn A. Lees
Jul 12, 2024
Carolyn A. Lees (Hein), 81, of Cumberland, formerly of North Kingstown, died on July 12, 2024 with her family by her side. She was the wife of Walter Lees II. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late James and Doris (Guerin) Hein.
Carolyn was a registered nurse, receiving her Associates Degree from CCRI. She worked in many settings...
Everett R. Gardner
Jul 9, 2024
Everett R. Gardner, 79, of Smithfield, died on July 9, 2024 at his home. He was the husband of the late Diane M. (Goring) Anderson Gardner. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Harry W. Gardner Jr. and Elizabeth (Mowry) Gardner.
Everett was a machinist for Ryone Manufacturing for over 40 years before retiring. He was an...
Julio Gabriel Garci-Aguirre Marin
Jul 8, 2024
Julio Gabriel Garci-Aguirre Marín, de 74 años, de Providence, murió el 8 de julio de 2024 en Rhode Island Hospital. Nacido en la Ciudad de Guatemala, Guatemala, era hijo del fallecido Horacio Garci-Aguirre y Dolores Marín.
Julio trabajó en la industria de la joyería durante muchos años, principalmente en Uncas Manufacturing.
Le sobreviven tres hermanos, Roberto Garci-Aguirre Marin, Juan José Garci-Aguirre Marin...
Marino Mignanelli
Jul 8, 2024
Marino MIgnanelli, 98, of Smithfield, formerly of Johnston, died on July 8, 2024 at Hebert Health Center. He was the husband of the late Evelyn (Zoglio) Mignanelli. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Joseph and Josephine (DiGuisseppe) Mignanelli and brother of the late Aldo Mignanelli.
Marino was the owner of the former Mignanelli Furniture Refinishing of Olneyville....
Michael J. Vannelli
Jul 7, 2024
Michael J. Vannelli, 90, of Johnston, died on July 7, 2024 at the HopeHealth Hospice Center. He was the husband of Carole A. (Rogler) Vannelli. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Domenic and Victoria (Macaruso) Vannelli.
Michael worked at Citizens Bank for 40 years, retiring in 1996. An Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, he was a...
Robert S. Casale
Jul 5, 2024
Robert S. Casale, 70, of North Providence, died on July 5, 2024 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He was the husband of Suzanne (Hill) Casale. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Silvio and Anna (Almonte) Casale.
Robert worked for Morgan Stanley for 25 years before retiring as a Controller Senior Vice President . He was a...
Kenneth E. Spaziano, Sr.
Jul 1, 2024
Kenneth E. Spaziano, Sr., 82, formerly of Smithfield, died on July 1, 2024 at the HopeHealth Hospice Center. He was the husband of the late Margaret (English) Spaziano. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Edward and Annette (Blanchette) Spaziano.
Kenneth worked as a screw machinist his whole life. In his retirement, he loved going to Twin River...
Robert L. Angell
Jun 30, 2024
Robert L. Angell, 88, of Smithfield, passed away peacefully at his home on June 30, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Barbara A. (Gould) Angell. They were married for 66 years and together for 71 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Herbert and Florence (Laboissonniere) Angell.
Bob worked for Industrial Tool and...
Joseph R. Giacin
Jun 15, 2024
Joseph R. Giacin, 96, of Providence, died on June 15, 2024. He was the husband of Sandra (Weber) Giacin for 48 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Alexander and Marguerite (Galligan) Giacin.
Joe worked for the Providence Housing Authority as a painter before retiring in 1993. Joe enjoyed a good cigar and brandy. He was an...
Lois Marie Stroker
Jun 14, 2024
In loving memory of Lois Marie Stroker, 91, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, whose life was a testament to love, dedication, and family. She shared an extraordinary bond with her husband, John Stanley Stroker, Jr., spanning 71 years until his passing, and together they nurtured a family of five children, namely Charlene Sroka, John Stuart (Jay) Stroker, wife...
Gerald Silvia
Jun 13, 2024
Gerald Silvia, 80, of North Providence, passed away on June 13, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Pauline L. (Rocco) Silvia. They were married for 38 years.
Born in Fall River, Ma. he was the son of the late Mariano and Alice (Rodriques) Silvia, the father of Craig Silvia of Taunton, MA and...
Richard J. DiDonato
Jun 9, 2024
Richard J. DiDonato, 72, of North Providence, passed away on Sunday, June 9th, 2024 at Fatima Hospital. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Anthony C. and Ruth M. (Stuckey) DiDonato.
Richard was a retired laborer, working on numerous construction projects and fishing boats throughout his career. He also worked at and was an original member of Larry’s...
Robert E. von Heyn, PhD, BCBA-D
Jun 9, 2024
Robert E. von Heyn, PhD, BCBA-D, 70, of Greenville, died on June 9, 2024 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He was the husband of Susan Wondolowski and the father of Michael William von Heyn. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was a son of the late William and Jeanne (Birkett) von Heyn.Bob had worked as the Director of Clinical Services...
John N. Taylor, Sr.
Jun 8, 2024
John N. Taylor, Sr., 95, of North Providence, died on June 8, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Frances M. (Turcotte) Taylor. Born in Boston, he was a son of the late Richard and Loretta (Miller) Taylor.
John was raised in Somerville, where he was actively involved with the Somerville Recreation Department. He earned...
Barbara A. Angeloni
Jun 4, 2024
Barbara A. Angeloni (Corrente), 78, of North Providence, passed away on June 4, 2024. She was welcomed into Heaven by her late parents, Frank and Rose (Abbiati) Corrente and her sister, Rosemarie Corrente.
Barbara loved listening to music and dancing, as well as spending time outdoors among her windchimes, flowers, and butterflies.
She is survived by three children, Rob Angeloni, Scott Angeloni...
Melissa M. Vallante
Jun 3, 2024
Melissa M. Vallante, 50, of North Providence, died on June 3, 2024 at her home. She was the fiancée of Michael Parisi. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Frank and Barbara (Perry) Vallante.
Melissa enjoyed writing poetry. She also had a great love for animals, especially her dog, Simba, and her two cats.
Besides her fiancé and parents, she is...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
SUPPORT AFTER A LOSS
Circle of Friends+ provides you with resources on grief support and settling affairs, sent to you via text and email.
About Robbins Funeral Home
Robbins Funeral Home offers a collection of obituaries for North Providence RI & Providence County. With services throughout Rhode Island that are updated regularly. Find local North Providence, Rhode Island obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies.
