Obituaries

Oct 11, 2024

Madelyn M. Dee, the best Grammy ever, passed on October 11th, at the age of 96, after an amazing and full life. She was the daughter of Anthony and Antonetta (Pelosi) Rocchio, Italian immigrants who sent all five of their children to college, which was incredibly progressive for that time.

She was the dearest and most devoted...

Oct 6, 2024

A beloved and devoted father, grandfather, and friend, Ronald A. Siravo, 86, of North Providence, died peacefully and surrounded by his family, on October 6, 2024, at Golden Crest Nursing Home, in North Providence. He was born in Providence, on May 7, 1938, to Pasquale and Viola Siravo. He is survived by many: his son Lawrence Siravo of Rumford; his...

Oct 5, 2024

Shirley Irene Littlefield Monks, 99, of East Greenwich, RI, passed away peacefully at home with family. She was the devoted wife of the late Norman Joseph Monks for 67 years. Born in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of the late William and Caroline (White) Littlefield.

She attended Cranston East High School, spending her sophomore year at...

Oct 3, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of our husband, dad, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Joseph R. Greene, 84, a life-long resident of East Greenwich, who passed away on October 3, 2024.  He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Lucy N. (Montini) Greene.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the...

Sep 28, 2024

Lillian Frances (Lineham) Sherman, age 100, passed away at Kent Hospital on September 28, 2024.  Born in Warwick on July 27, 1924. She was the daughter of the late Ellery Dewey Lineham and Eva May Lineham.  She was born and raised in Apponaug and spent most of her life living in the area of Mary’s Creek.

Lillian...

Sep 23, 2024

Nicholas Christian Oliveira, 34, of East Greenwich passed away on September 23, 2024.

Nick was the beloved son of Frank and Barbara (Edwards) Oliveira of East Greenwich. He lived most of his life in Lincoln before moving to St. Petersburg, FL in 2019. Nick spent the final year of his life living with his loving parents in...

Sep 19, 2024

Thomas J Rockett, Ph.D. of East Greenwich, RI and Grantham, NH died on September 19, 2024. He was born in Medford, MA on June 4, 1934 to the late John F and Agnes (Connor) Rockett. He was the husband of Sarah Hough Rockett married for 60 years this October. He was predeceased by his son Andrew F. Rockett and...

Sep 19, 2024

Retired Providence Police Detective David Patrick Deignan, Jr. of Providence, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 19th, at the age of 85. Born in Providence on February 3, 1939, to David Patrick Sr. and Marion Belle Russell, David grew up on Providence's south side. He graduated from Central High School in 1959. He enlisted in the US Army and, after...

Sep 18, 2024

Janice D. Battey, formerly Janice D. Barron, 83, of East Greenwich, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Wednesday, September 18th at Overlook Nursing and Rehabilitation. Born on July 28, 1941 in Acushnet, Massachusetts, she was the beloved daughter of the late Elsie E. Washburn (Dexter) and the late George R. Washburn. She was the beloved wife for...

Sep 14, 2024

After 96 remarkable years filled with travel, teaching, and the love of family, Almeda Jane (Symons) Anderson passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024. A lifelong resident of East Greenwich, Almeda was born on June 5, 1928, on Queen Street to George and Bertha Symons. The youngest of five sisters—Winifred, Dorothy, Marion, and Mary—Almeda cherished her childhood, spending time...

Sep 13, 2024

Kathleen "Kay" Ryan Tompkins, of East Greenwich, RI, died Friday, September 13, 2024 after a long illness, surrounded by her loving family. She was 95 years old.

Kay was born on December 15, 1928 in White Plains, NY to Patrick and Sarah Ryan, the youngest of four siblings -- James, Thomas, and Mary. After graduating from high...

Sep 7, 2024

Michael N. Zaino, 81, a lifelong resident of East Greenwich passed away on September 7, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Anna (Bodnar) Zaino. Born in Providence he was a son of the late Nicola M. “Nick” and Concetta “Etta” (Capezza) Zaino.

Mike was a United States Marine veteran. He was a member of the Marine...

Sep 6, 2024

Catherine Ann (Colleran) Nolan, of North Kingstown, Rhode Island, passed away on Friday, September 6th, at the age of 87 years old after battling dementia.

As the daughter of Irish immigrants Catherine loved sharing her Irish heritage with all she met and especially her children and grandchildren. An award-winning Irish step dancer, she danced with her sisters...

Sep 1, 2024

George Nicastro, 97, a longtime resident of East Greenwich passed peacefully into eternal life on September 1, 2024. He was the husband of the late Beverley (Reynolds) Nicastro. Born in Pawtucket he was a son of the late Luigi and Josephine (Capozzoli) Nicastro.

He worked as a draftsman throughout his career and was a Marine veteran of...

Sep 1, 2024

Natalina Conti, 90, of Scituate, passed away September 1st. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. A life well-lived, now transitioning into the embrace of the Lord. Natalina’s greatest treasures were her two daughters, Anna Ruggieri, and her husband, Dario Ruggieri and Rosa Alaia and her husband Thomas Hunt Sr. She leaves behind her grandchildren Giuseppe...

Aug 30, 2024

Herbert McCloud, 67, of Cranston, Rhode Island, passed away on August 30, 2024, unexpectedly at home. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late William and June (Ormondroyd) McCloud. He leaves behind three children, Elizabeth McCloud of Cranston, Amanda Mojica of Cranston, their mother Avis Trigg, Kayla McCloud of Pawtucket, and her mother Tracy Raso. He leaves behind...

Aug 27, 2024

Miguel Perez, a cherished individual known for his kind, loving, caring, and quiet personality, left us on August 27, 2024. Born on November 15, 1966, Miguel lived a life filled with tremendous passion for his family. He is survived by his daughter, Amanda Perez, his late daughter, Vanessa Perez, his mother, Ana Natal, his three sisters, Maria I. Perez, Luz...

Aug 24, 2024

Andrew Earl Howes passed away on August 24, 2024 in Providence in Elmhurst Nursing Home where he had been residing for the last two years. Born August 15, 1960 in Milford, MA, he was the son of the late Barbara Johnson, also from Woonsocket. A Boy Scout, he attended Meeting Street School. He is survived by his daughter Rena Berthelette...

Aug 24, 2024

Matthew John Hall, Sr., 40, of West Warwick, passed away August 24th. Matthew was a kind hearted soul who worked at Ecological Fibers in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. He grew up in Pawtucket and is survived by 8 family members and his fiance. His children's names are Matthew John Hall, Jr, Madison Rose Hall, Devin Christopher Bell Hall, Auntie Elaine Bell...

Aug 23, 2024

John A. Martin III, 75, passed peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. He was a life-long resident of Johnston. He was the son of the late Margaret and John Martin, Jr. John is survived by his devoted wife Ellen. Devoted father of John (Patti) and Michelle, grandson John (Shayna), great-grandson Naesen, sister Kathy Creamer...