Obituaries
Benjamin Santana
Jul 9, 2026
Benjamin Santana passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at the age of 70. He was born on April 27, 1956 in Ponce, Puerto Rico.
Benjamin is lovingly survived by his son, Benjamin Santana Jr., along with many extended family members and dear friends who will cherish his memory and the moments they shared with him.
There are no funeral service at...
Victor A. Murphy
Jul 6, 2026
Victor A. Murphy, 71, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026. Born on January 5, 1955, he was the beloved son of Steven Murphy.
His memory will forever be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Though he is no longer with us in body, Victor's love and legacy will remain in the hearts of those who knew and...
Maureen Katherine (Conery) Curran
Jul 4, 2026
Maureen Katherine (Conery) Curran, age 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 4, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Robert Curran. Born in Providence, RI, on October 29, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Conery and Catherine (McGuire) Conery.
Maureen was the devoted mother of Robert Curran, Jr. and Katherine Curran. She cherished her family and will...
Roberto Aponte Ortiz
Jun 30, 2026
Roberto Aponte Ortiz, 67, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Born on September 17, 1958, in Guayama, Puerto Rico, Roberto was the beloved son of the late Julio Aponte Bermudez and Lucia Ortiz Felix.
Roberto will be fondly remembered by his loving brother, Jose Aponte Ortiz, and his beloved niece, Nayda Anaya, along with extended family members and friends who...
Richard "Doc" Thomas Rattenni
Jun 28, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard “Doc” Rattenni, on Sunday, June 28, 2026. A beloved father, grandfather, and friend, Richard was affectionately known as “Doc”. He was a man whose humor and antics touched everyone he met.
Richard was born on July 27, 1943 and was the cherished son of the late Domenic Rattenni and...
Elizabeth Arlene Gardnier
Jun 27, 2026
Elizabeth Arlene Gardnier, 64, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026. She was a devoted wife to Raymond Matteson, Sr., whose love and companionship she cherished. Born on April 18, 1962 in South Kingstown, RI, Elizabeth was the beloved daughter of Alfred Gardnier and Gayle (Degant) Gardnier.
Though she is no longer with us, Elizabeth's love and the memories she created...
Jeanne (Sherry) O'Neill
Jun 25, 2026
Jeanne (Sherry) O’Neill of Seekonk, MA passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026 comforted by the presence of her family. She was born on February 15, 1951 to Jeanne (Mulligan) Sherry and Karl Sherry. She is survived by three siblings Barbara Skeffington, Carol Turnier, and Karl Sherry and is reunited in rest with her late sister, Janet Shea.
Born and raised...
Dianne L. Aldred
Jun 22, 2026
Dianne Lillian (Fortin) Aldred, 85, of North Kingstown, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, after a brave and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Providence, RI, to the late Leon and Lillian (Lavallee) Fortin, Dianne lived on Haswell Street in Warwick, RI, before moving to North Kingstown, where she resided and raised her family for...
Robert J. Ackron
Jun 20, 2026
Robert J. Ackron, 88, passed away June 20, 2026. He was the husband of Patricia A. (Desrosiers) Ackron. Born in Springfield, MA he was a son of the late William and Ruth (Jones) Ackron.
He worked as a supervisor at Kenney Manufacturing in Warwick for many years. Bob was an ordained minister who pastored in many churches in Rhode Island over...
Carmine V. Parrillo
Jun 19, 2026
Carmine V. Parrillo formerly of Oceanwoods Dr, North Kingstown, husband of the late Marguerite (Ranallo), father of Andrew of Williamsburg, VA, Robert (Alice) of Warwick, Claudia Murphy (Fred) of Thornton, CO, grandfather of AJ, David, Alex and Nick, great grandfather of Enli, Aliana, Gabrella, Jack and Nolan, passed away peacefully at Hope Health Hospice on June 19th at the age...
Matthew W. Lamarre
Jun 17, 2026
With heart breaking sadness the family announces the sudden passing of Matthew, age 52. He was the son of James and Patricia Lamarre. In addition, he leaves his grieving brothers, Stephen and Christopher ( Jill Liken ) and his sister, Meghan and her family.
Matthew was predeceased by his adoring maternal grandparents, William and Mary Hardman and his paternal grandparents, James,...
Janet B. LaPoint
Jun 17, 2026
Janet B. LaPoint, 95, passed away June 17, 2026. She is survived by her husband of 75 years Felix LaPoint, Jr. Born in Boston, MA she was a daughter of the late Harvey and Marjorie (Baker) Stewart.
She worked at the University of Rhode Island for many years retiring as a supervisor.
Besides her husband she is survived by three children, Gail...
Stephen Andrew Burhoe
Jun 15, 2026
Stephen Andrew Burhoe, 67, of North Providence, RI passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15, 2026. He was the devoted husband of Liliya Krys-Burhoe. Born on April 12, 1959, in Providence, RI, Stephen was the beloved son of Douglas Burhoe and Elizabeth Hansen Burhoe.
Besides his beloved wife Liliya he leaves behind his cherished daughter, Stavon Ewart. He is also survived...
Aura A. Jimenez
Jun 15, 2026
Aura A. Jiménez, 72, went to be with the Lord on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Rhode Island Hospital.
She was the beloved wife of Carlos Daniel Jiménez; mother of Javier and Rosario Jiménez; mother-in-law of Jenny, who always showed her much love, and of Pablo, her son-in-law who was always present; and proud grandmother of Laura, Paulo, and Giancarlo, who...
Helene Stella Armstrong Cote
Jun 14, 2026
Helene Stella Armstrong Cote, adored mother, sister, and friend, passed away on June 14, 2026, at the age of 79.
Helene is survived by her daughters Rebecca Coté and Nichole Sterling, and son-in-law Kevin Sterling. She was the cherished grandmother of Hannah and Andrew Sterling, the beloved sister of her self-proclaimed "favorite," Patti Armstrong, and the loving sister of Thomas Armstrong...
Priscilla R. Clark
Jun 12, 2026
Priscilla R. Clark, 88, passed away June 12, 2026. She was the wife of the late Rodney M. Clark to whom she was married for 54 years. Born in Woonsocket she was a daughter of the late Clifford J. and Jeanette (Fontaine) Hoyt.
She was the heart of the family and home. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother,...
Arthur J. Jaehnig, Jr.
Jun 10, 2026
Arthur J. Jaehnig, Jr., 78, of East Greenwich, passed away on Wednesday, (June 10, 2026) with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Patricia (Barr) Jaehnig with whom he shared more than 55 years of partnership and adventure.
In addition to Patricia, he is survived by two sons; Aaron Jaehnig (Anne Mary Camara) of North Kingstown, and...
Juan Carlos Machuca Fuentes
Jun 9, 2026
Juan Carlos Machuca Fuentes, age 60, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. He was born on March 31, 1966, in Río Piedras, Puerto Rico,
He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Keyla Feliciano, along with other relatives and friends whose lives were enriched by his presence.
Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home and Cremations, 925 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI.
For online...
Anna P. Penta
Jun 3, 2026
Anna P. Penta, 75, of North Providence, RI, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Born on October 12, 1950, in Providence, RI, she was the beloved daughter of the late Cosmo Penta and Helen Penta.
Anna was a devoted wife to Irene R. McCalaster and cherished the companionship they shared throughout their lives together.
In addition to her wife, Irene, Anna...
Andri Jimenez
Jun 3, 2026
Andri Jimenez, 36, of Providence, RI passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Born on July 14, 1989, in Harlem, NY, he was the son of the late Arcadio Dolanco and his loving mother, Ivelisse A. De los Santos Jimenez.
He will be remembered for the love he shared, the friendships he cherished, and the lasting memories he created with those...
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