Obituaries
CDR. Daniel Kershaw, USN (Ret.)
Aug 12, 2025
Commander Daniel Kershaw, USN (RET), 97, of North Kingstown, died on August 12, 2025. He was the husband of the late Marilyn (Murray) Kershaw. Dan was born in New York City of the late Katherine (Loughrain) and Daniel Kershaw and raised in Johnson City, NY from where he enlisted in the Navy after high school.
He graduated from the U.S. Naval...
Thomas Allen Buckner
Aug 11, 2025
Thomas Allen Buckner, lovingly known to many as Tommy, 71, passed away peacefully on Monday evening at the Lincolnwood Rehabilitation Healthcare Center in North Providence.Tommy was born in Providence, Rhode Island, the son of the late James Monroe and Mary (Mancini) Buckner. He was the devoted husband of Roseanne Marie (Mancini) Buckner of Cranston, Rhode Island. For over 35 years, Tommy...
Souvath Vongzixay
Aug 7, 2025
Souvath Vongzixay, 52, of Legon Way in Cranston passed away Thursday at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Laos he was the son of Theng and Valy Vongvixay. The funeral services will be private at the request of the family.
Richard Whalen
Aug 6, 2025
Richard Whalen, 90, husband of 64 years to the late Mary J. Whalen (Morrisroe), passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, in Providence, surrounded by his loving family. A lifelong resident of Providence, RI.
He began his education at Blessed Sacrament School and continued through La Salle Academy. Following graduation, Richard served honorably in the United States Marine Corps during the...
Linda G. Albino
Aug 3, 2025
Linda G. Albino, 84, passed away August 3, 2025. She was the wife of the late Harry F. Albino.
Mrs. Albino is survived by her four children Julie Guilmette, Lorrie Schultz, Michael Walker, Craig Albino and nine grandchildren.
Her funeral and burial will be private. Visit www.hillskeffington.com for online condolences.
Sandra A. Richards
Aug 2, 2025
Sandra A. Richards, 71, passed away August 2, 2025. She was the wife of the late Russell P. Richards. Born in Providence she was a daughter of the late Albert R. Anderson and Doris E. (Tucker) Blackinton and stepdaughter of the late Walter W. Blackinton.
She was a past American Legion Auxiliary Department President and a supporter of various veteran’s charities....
Patricia A. Medici
Jul 31, 2025
Patricia A. Medici was born on May 13, 1936, and passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, at St. Elizabeth's Home in East Greenwich, surrounded by her loving family.
She was the cherished daughter of the late Mary C. Biber and Thomas Clifford Leddy of Riverside. Patricia was predeceased by her former husband, Don, her sister Maureen Hurd, her nephew Thomas...
Antonia Romona Reyes
Jul 29, 2025
Ms. Antonia Romona Reyes 91, of Woonsocket passed away peacefully July 29 at Landmark Medical Center 115 Cass Ave. Woonsocket.
Born in Mao Valverde, Dominican Republic on October 13, 1933 to the late Octavio and Ana (Sarit) Reyes.
All services will be private with burial in the Dominican Republic at a later date.
Arrangement's entrusted to: Skeffington Funeral Home and Cremations 925 Chalkstone...
Josephine Chan
Jul 28, 2025
Josephine Chan of Cranston, RI, passed away on July 28, 2025, at the age of 73. She worked at the Mai Tai Restaurant and Dragon Palace for over 25 years and Stanley Bostitch for 15 years.Born on November 15, 1951, Josephine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, aunt, sister-in-law, and friend. She was known for her infectious laughter, playful...
Jeannette M. Desjarlais
Jul 27, 2025
Jeanette Marie (Babineau) Desjarlais, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at the age of 91. She is predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Roland A. Desjarlais. She was the daughter of Joseph Babineau and Marie (Girouard) Babineau (deceased) of Woonsocket, Rhode Island and was predeceased by two sisters, Diana L’Etoile of Woonsocket,...
Thomas E. Clarke
Jul 23, 2025
Thomas E. Clarke, 84, passed away July 23, 2025. He was the husband of the late Geraldine A. (Carroll) Clarke. Born in East Greenwich he was a son of the late Daniel T. and Catherine (O’Brien) Clarke.
Born and raised in Cranston, Rhode Island, Tom proudly served in the Army for a brief period in 1959.
He shared a loving home with...
Eileen Silverman
Jul 20, 2025
Eileen Silverman 88 of Providence passed away peacefully at Elmhurst Extended Care Facility Providence. Born in Brooklyn, New York on April 14, 1937 to the late Edward F. And Lilly ( Peterson) Lewin.
Mrs Silverman leaves behind a loving sister Louise Karen Joyce of New York, New York.
At the families request services and burial will be private.
Arrangement's entrusted to: Skeffington Funeral...
David D. Johnson
Jul 18, 2025
David D. Johnson, 83, passed away July 18, 2025. He was the husband of the late Elvie E. (Geer) Johnson. Born in Davisville, RI he was a son of the late Henry Clay, Jr., and Alice V. (Walker) Johnson.
Mr. Johnson worked with his father for many years, where they specialized in digging wells, servicing wells, blasting and pump repair. He...
Lucia Rosario
Jul 18, 2025
Lucia Rosario 72 of Providence passed away peacefully at Hope Hospice in Providence.
Born in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. She was the daughter of the late Diego and Ofelina (Pallero) Rosario.
Calling hours Wednesday July 23rd from 3-7 at Skeffington Funeral Home 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence, RI.
Burial will be in North Burial Ground Cemetery Branch Avenue Providence on Thursday July 24th at 10am...
Carol T. Dombrowski
Jul 18, 2025
"As for me, I exalt my God/and my spirit rejoices in the king of heaven." (TB 13:7)
Carol Theresa Dombrowski, born April 16, 1939, a beloved family member, a cherished Catholic educator, and a dear friend to many, passed away on July 18, 2025 after a lengthy illness.
Born in Brooklyn, NY to Joseph and Jennie Dombrowski, and moving to North Kingstown...
Etta Judith Stoops
Jul 17, 2025
Etta Judith Stoops 79 of Providence passed away July 17th at Golden Crest Nursing Home North Providence.
She was the daughter of the late Edward Bianca. She leaves behind a brother Raymond Morra
Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence.
Services will be private.
For online condolences kindly visit: Skeffingtonfuneralhome.com
Arthur Armand Coia
Jul 11, 2025
In Loving Memory of Arthur Armand Coia. 1943 – 2025
Arthur Armand Coia, 82, of Providence, Rhode Island and Delray Beach, Florida passed away surrounded by family on July 11, 2025. Born in Providence, Arthur was the only child of Marie (Marciaro) and Arthur E. Coia. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Donna Paolino Coia, his children Christen...
Patricia Manire
Jul 9, 2025
Patricia Manire, 85 of Coventry passed away on July 9, 2025,. Born in Providence as Priscella Andren, later renamed Patricia Andren, she grew up in Cranston of Swedish descent the daughter of Elsie (Ericson) Andren and Russell Andren of Cranston.
Pat graduated from Cranston High School in 1958 where she played clarinet as the only girl in the marching band. After...
Ana Maria Rivera-Acevedo
Jul 8, 2025
Ana Marie Rivera-Acevedo 59 of Providence passed away July 8 at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Humacao, Puerto Rico to Wilfred and Librada (Rivera) Acevedo. Services will be private.
Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home and Cremations 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence.
For online condolences kindly visit; Skeffingtonfuneralhome.com
Jose Madeira Abrantes Jr.
Jul 8, 2025
With heavy hearts we share the passing of José Madeira Abrantes Jr. who died peacefully on July 8, 2025, surrounded by his family at Rhode Island Hospital. He was 82 years old. José was born on April 28, 1943, in Mosteiros, São Miguel Açores. In 1970, he made the courageous decision to leave his homeland and move to the United...
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