Obituaries

North Providence, Rhode Island Obituaries

Local obituaries for the North Providence, RI area

Deborah A. Charbonneau

Deborah A. Charbonneau

Aug 26, 2024

Deborah A. Charbonneau, 60, of North Providence, passed peacefully on Monday, August 26, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her family. A lifelong resident of North Providence, she was a daughter of the late Wilfred and Rita (Garneau) Charbonneau.

Deborah was a graduate of Katharine Gibbs School and had worked for AAI of North Providence and FGX in Smithfield. Deb was...

Tracey Ann Buckley

Tracey Ann Buckley

Aug 23, 2024

Tracey A. Buckley, 56 of Johnston passed away on August 23rd 2024. She was the daughter of the late John F. Buckley sr. and Carol A. (Patanaude) Buckley. She is survived by her son Gene J. Lancelotta Buckley and his wife Nicki Lancelotta Buckley of Warwick, her siblings John F. Buckley Jr of Johnston, Lori A. Buckley of Riverside her...

Arline M. Proulx

Arline M. Proulx

Aug 23, 2024

Arline M. Proulx, 95, of Georgiaville passed away on August 23, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Edgar J. Proulx for 70 years. Born in North Providence, she was the daughter of the late Frederic and Fabiola (Octeau) Blanchard. 

 Her first job was at Esmond Mills, famous for the Esmond Mills “Bunny Blanket”,...

Brad A.E. Iannotti

Brad A.E. Iannotti

Aug 9, 2024

Brad A.E. Iannotti, 61, of North Providence, passed away on August 9, 2024 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital.  He was the husband of the late Maureen A. (Tague) Iannotti.  Born in Providence, he was a son of Marcia A. (Caruolo) Iannotti and the late Ernest Iannotti.

Brad had worked at Balise Subaru as a mechanic until retiring due to illness....

Scott Anthony Worster

Scott Anthony Worster

Aug 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Scott Anthony Worster who departed this world on August 8, 2024. Scott was born on October 1, 1960, and his zest for life and contagious laughter will forever be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Scott was a student of Johnston Senior High School, where he...

Donald Anthony Lambert, Sr.

Donald Anthony Lambert, Sr.

Jul 29, 2024

Donald A. Lambert, Sr., 82, of Providence, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024, at the Miriam Hospital. Donald was born in Providence to the late Romeo and Edith (Driscoll) Lambert. He was the husband to the late Nancy (Sutcliffe) Ryder and Isabel (Woods) Lambert.

Born in Providence and raised Catholic, Donald attended Central High School and worked for Purolator Courier...

George D. Bulpitt

George D. Bulpitt

Jul 28, 2024

George D. Bulpitt, a man whose hands told the story of hard work and dedication, has bid adieu to this mortal realm. Born on March 11, 1934, in North Providence, he filled the world with his presence until his peaceful passing at Fatima Hospital on July 28, 2024.

In his youth, George graduated from North Providence High School before venturing into...

Rev. James P. Frink

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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...

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