Obituaries

Nov 9, 2024

Manuel P. “Manny” Dias, 82, passed away November 9, 2024. He was the husband of the late Roselyn F. (Andrews) Dias and the companion to the late Lena Novo.  Born in Providence he was a son of the late Manuel P. and Alice I. (Cole) Dias.

Mr. Dias worked for Stanley Bostitch for 38 years.  He loved...

Nov 5, 2024

Janet M. (Caron) LaPorte, 61, passed away on November 5, 2024. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Armand who died in 2002. Janet was born on September 10, 1963 to Alfred E. and Doris (Zacharie) Caron. She is survived by her daughter Laura Dietz and son Joseph as well as her loving grandchildren. Janet was the Office Manager at Mass...

Nov 4, 2024

Elizabeth Jane Lloyd of Altoona, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on November 4, 2024, at the age of 103. Betty, as she was known by family and friends is survived by her son, Samuel of Altoona, PA, and daughter, LeeAnn Merlo (Larry) of East Greenwich, RI; also, by her granddaughter, Kristen (John Reichl). She was preceded...

Nov 3, 2024

Clarence L. “Cal” Millette, EGPD (Ret.), 97, passed away November 3, 2024.  He was the husband of the late Katherine E. (Thompson) Millette.  Born in Middleborough, MA he was a son of the late Romeo and Jeannette (Houle) Millette.

Cal was a police officer with the East Greenwich Police Department for 32 years retiring in 1997 and...

Nov 3, 2024

Mary Josephine (Morrisroe) Whalen, 90, of Rowan Street, Providence, passed away peacefully in Providence on November 3rd surrounded by her family. Daughter of the late Beatrice (Carroll) and Joseph M. Morrisroe. She is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Richard Whalen. Children John R. Whalen and wife Robin of Narragansett, Timothy F. Whalen and his wife Dianna of...

Nov 1, 2024

Jessie J. (Ucci) Hoehl, 104, passed away on November 1, 2024. She was the wife of the late Elmer G. Hoehl. Born in East Greenwich on October 6, 1920 she was a daughter of the late Carmine and Josephine (Mautone) Ucci.

Jessie worked as a switch board operator at Kent County Hospital for many years.

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Oct 28, 2024

Vincent Maddalena, beloved father, husband, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 28 at the age of 88 after a short illness. Born in East Greenwich to Quirino and Carolina (Caldamone) Maddalena. He was the former husband of the late Sylvia (Cardillo) Maddalena. Vincent was known for his kindness, compassion, and commitment to those he loved.

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Oct 27, 2024

William “Billy” Joseph Lewis of Lincoln RI died peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, October 27th, 2024. Billy was born in Boston MA on October 7th, 1982 to Lisa Lewis and the late Charles Lewis. He grew up in Boston and West Bridgewater MA, where he attended West Bridgewater High School and was a talented hockey player. Billy loved sports...

Oct 27, 2024

Guillermo Lopez, 66, entered eternal rest on Sunday, October 27, 2024. He was born February 7, 1958 in Mexico City. Everyone who knew Guillermo knew he was an amazing dad, uncle, brother, grandpa and coach. Many people who knew him for his love for soccer. He impacted so many lives. He loved to help others and bring a smile to...

Oct 26, 2024

Donald A. Bannister, 88, of East Greenwich, passed away unexpectedly on Oct 26, 2024. Born in Coventry, RI. He was the son of the late Arthur and Alice (Demers) Bannister.  He was the beloved husband of 54 years to the late Lella M. Bannister, with whom were the proud owners of Interstate Diesel for over 40 years.

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Oct 24, 2024

Henry Green, 69, spent his final days surrounded by his loving family; and entered eternal rest on Thursday, October 24, 2024. He was born July 13, 1955, in Sumter, South Carolina to Geneva Green and the late Bernie Green. Henry grew up in Connecticut and lived in Maryland , New York and Pennsylvania before settling in Providence, RI. He is...

Oct 23, 2024

Norma E. McCaughey (Diggett) passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late John McCaughey Jr. Born on October 1, 1937, Norma was one of nine children born to Albert and Blanche (Chenail) Diggett. She was also the cherished sister-in-law of the late Mary Ann (McCaughey) and John Kaveny. Norma’s...

Oct 22, 2024

Joseph Rossi 84 of Warwick, RI, a retired West Warwick Police Captain of Detectives passed away peacefully on October 22nd after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in West Warwick, Rhode Island to Angelina (Pacheco) and Michael Rossi. The second of four children. He leaves his ex-wife Barbara Rossi, their son Michael Rossi and wife Cindy, granddaughters...

Oct 22, 2024

Edward “Doc” Regan, 76, passed away on October 22, 2024, in Johnston, RI. Born on May 26, 1948, Ed was known for his dynamic personality and zest for life. He proudly served as an Army Medic in Vietnam, a role that shaped much of his early professional life. Following his military service, Ed briefly served as a police officer in...

Oct 21, 2024

George A. Gibbons (Gibby), 74, passed away on Monday, October 21st 2024. Gibby was the beloved Significant other of Nancy Brimmer for nearly 27 years. Gibby served in the US Army National Guard as a Sergeant E5 for 5 years and also as a union construction foreman for most of his life. He enjoyed being a member of the Italian...

Oct 20, 2024

Carrie Carey passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 20, 2024. She was a resident of Johnston for over 12 years. She married her childhood sweetheart Timothy W Carey with whom she spent 33 years. She has one daughter Carissa Carey and a son Joshua Carey. She has two granddaughters who were her world Natalie Carey & Hailee Lowden. She also...

Oct 20, 2024

John Anthony O’Connell, 86, of Cranston, RI, passed away on Sunday, October, 20, 2024. John was born on September 16, 1938 in Providence, RI to Josephine (Malloy) and John O’Connell. He was a beloved spouse, sibling, parent, grandparent and a friend. John attended Blessed Sacrament School and Hope High School in Providence, RI. He went on to be an engineering...

Oct 19, 2024

Norman R. Maloof, 86, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He was the husband of Betty Jean (Shott) Maloof and the late Patricia Maloof. Born in Attleboro, MA on April 9, 1938, he was a son of the late Edward and Viola Maloof.

Norman had an unmatched passion for all things...

Oct 18, 2024

Virginia M. Fiorentini, 93, passed away October 18, 2024.  She was the wife of the late Paris Fiorentini. Born in Scituate she was a daughter of the late Luther and Madeline (Drew) Lineberger.

She is survived by three children, Alan R. Fortes, Donna M. Dodd and Lori F. Lopes; two siblings James and Joel Lineberger, and fourteen...

Oct 17, 2024

Nancy R. Langlais, 75, passed away October 17, 2024. She was the wife of George L. Langlais. Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Vincent A., Jr. and Rita D. (McConaghy) O’Reilly.

Nancy graduated from Cranston East High School in 1966. Following graduation she worked for BB Greenberg Jewelry Manufacturing. Nancy worked for the...