Obituaries

Feb 18, 2026

Marshall J. Davis, Jr., 72, of North Attleboro, MA passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning on February 18, 2026 at the Friendly Nursing Home in Woonsocket, RI. All services are private. The services have been entrusted to the SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION. For online condolences kindly visit: Hillskeffington.com

Feb 14, 2026

Arthur Viera Jr., of Providence, Rhode Island, passed away on February 14, 2026. Born on July 17, 1944, in Providence to Arthur Viera and Rose Pacheco.

Arthur proudly served in the United States Army as a Specialist 4, during the Vietnam War, fighting in the Battle of Ia Drang. He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart for his...

Feb 14, 2026

Feb 12, 2026

Michelle Lavoie, 57, of Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at Elmhurst Extended Care. All services are private. Her arrangements are entrusted to SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATIONS 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence, RI 02908.

For online condolences kindly visit: Hillskeffington.com

Feb 10, 2026

Carolyn Louise Briganti, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones and guided by the warm love of her late husband Joseph Briganti and her parents Natalie Quaranta and Walter Northup.

Carolyn grew up in Rhode Island alongside her parents and siblings; Judith Manchester, Jane Fallon, “Bob” Northup and Sonny Northup.

Carolyn held many job titles from lunch lady to a security...

Feb 8, 2026

George “Randy” Starr, 45, of Riverside, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Born on December 5, 1980, in La Jolla, California, he was the beloved son of the late Sandra (Gardner) Fayne and Francis “Buddy” Fayne. A dedicated professional with a vibrant spirit, Randy served as a men’s hair stylist for twenty-five years. His career was...

Feb 7, 2026

Louis Fico, 85, of Warwick, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 7th, 2026 at the Hope Hospice inpatient center in Providence.  Born on April 25th, 1940, in Providence to Louis Fico Sr and Maria Fico (Pinga).  Founder of Fico & Winograd Photographers, Louis spent many decades as a photographer up until retirement.  In his free time,...

Feb 6, 2026

It is with great sadness that we tell you of Carol Ann (Carlos) Towner’s passing. She was originally from Providence, Rhode Island. Her life travels brought her to Texas, Oklahoma, Connecticut and finally Ohio. Her final resting place is back in Rhode Island with her parents, the late Albert F. and Christina M. (Noonan) Carlos and her sister that preceded...

Feb 2, 2026

Douglas Patrick “Doug” Pettengill, 77, of Charlestown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026 at 6:01 p.m. at Westerly Hospital from pneumonia following complicated health issues.Doug was born on August 9, 1948 in Washburn, Maine to Calvin and Hilda Pettengill. He grew up alongside his two sisters, Donna and Darlene, with whom he remained close throughout his life....

Jan 30, 2026

     Frederick Budlong Peirce, 77, died at home after a long illness on January 30, 2026. He leaves his wife, Geraldine “Geri” Peirce, née Sullivan; daughter Francie; son-in-law Corey Stenberg; sister Peggy Peirce Crossley.

     Fred was born on April 16, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Robert Allan Peirce and Esther “Sue” Peirce, née Budlong.

     In 1950,...

Jan 27, 2026

Mary Catherine Liberty born November 11th 1955, passed away on Tuesday Jan 27th surrounded by loved ones in her home, a place she called her Paradise. She was the Daughter of Joseph Cabral Jr and Ruth Elizabeth Perry. Born in Bristol, Rhode Island she had an admiration for the Ocean spending lots of time with her toes in the sand...

Jan 27, 2026

Richard Pinault, 74 of Pawtucket passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026. All services are private. The services have been entrusted to the SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION.

Jan 27, 2026

David E. Belanger (“Dave”), 63, of Charlestown, Rhode Island, passed away on January 27, 2026, in Charlestown.

Born on April 3, 1962, Dave was raised in Auburn, NH, the beloved son of Robert A. Belanger and Louise M. Belanger, both of whom preceded him in death.

Dave attended Auburn Village School in Auburn, NH and Central High School in Manchester, NH. He...

Jan 27, 2026

Rosaila “Pat” Maggiacomo, 93, passed away January 27, 2026. She was the wife of the late Orlando "Uncle Bill" Maggiacomo for 51 years.

She is survived by several nieces and nephews.

Her funeral and burial will be private. Memorial donations in her name may be made to EGAPL Heart of RI Animal Rescue League, 44 Worthington Rd., Cranston, RI 02910 www.heartofri.org  Funeral...

Jan 26, 2026

Wilfredo Soto, 63 of Providence passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026. All services are private. The services have been entrusted to the SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION.

Jan 25, 2026

Jan 24, 2026

Arthur S. Dwyer, PPD (Ret.), of Providence passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026, at HopeHealth Hospice, having just celebrated his 89th birthday three days prior. He was the husband of Irene C. (O’Donnell) Dwyer.Arthur’s life was one of deep commitment and quiet strength.

He dedicated his life to service – both to his country and community. He spent 29 years...

Jan 23, 2026

Billie-Jean Morris, 68  of Woonsocket passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026. All services are private. The services have been entrusted to the SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION.

Jan 23, 2026

Tammy Kelley Marchand, 85 of Providence passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026. All services are private. The services have been entrusted to the SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION.

Jan 23, 2026

Cynthia Ann (Lincoln) McGrady passed away at the Green House Home in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, surrounded by the love of her family on Friday, January 23, 2026—one day before her 83rd birthday—after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Cyndie lived a full life marked by kindness, caring for others, and creating beautiful memories with her family and friends.

She was...