Virginia H. Amoroso

Virginia Hope Cruickshank Amoroso, 89, of East Greenwich, RI, passed away peacefully on Monday morning November 8 ^th at Hope Hospice.

Born in Providence, the daughter of the late Martha E. Chapman Cruickshank and Herman S. Cruickshank, she lived in East Greenwich most of her life.

Virginia was predeceased by her brother Kenneth Cruickshank, her sister Barbara Loughmiller and her son Eddie Amoroso. She leaves behind her loving husband of 70 years Edward Amoroso, her daughter Doreen Dove and her husband Bruce , two granddaughters Brittany and Morgan, and her beloved cat Evie.

Virginia was a proud member of the First Baptist Church since 1949. In high school, she was a cheerleader and an avid diver on the swim team. As a young mom, she continued her education and became a passionate dental assistant. She was appointed as the President of the Rhode Island Dental Assistant’s Association for many years. Later in life, she helped other young moms by caring for their children while they worked. One of her hobbies was crocheting, a skill passed down from her mother. She also enjoyed spending time with her husband in their peaceful backyard garden and she cherished frequent family gatherings in New Hampshire.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 12 ^th at 12:00pm at the Hill Funeral Home, 822 Main Street, East Greenwich, RI. A private burial will follow at Swan Point Cemetery in Providence. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First Baptist Church at 30 Peirce Street, East Greenwich, RI, 02818 in Virginia’s name.