Obituaries

Sep 2, 2023

Carol Harding, 83, of Warwick, RI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 2, 2023.  She was the beloved wife of the late Edward Harding of Warwick, RI, and was the daughter of the late Roland and Rose LeMay of Warwick, Rhode Island.

Carol will always be remembered by those who knew and loved her for her cooking,...

Sep 1, 2023

WALTER W. MITCHELL, 73, a longtime resident of Narragansett, passed away September 1, 2023. He was the husband of Joyce A (Barton) Mitchell. Born in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Ethel (Capwell) Mitchell.

Mr. Mitchell had been an engineer for General Dynamics Electric Boat for 35 years. He was a member...

Aug 31, 2023

David Richard Charles Baker, 84, passed away on August 31, 2023. He was the husband of Nancy M. (Thacker) Baker. Born in South Kingstown he was a son of the late David S. and Doris R. (Olson) Baker.

David was a self-employed quahoger and had also worked as a stone mason, finish boat carpenter. He was a...

Aug 31, 2023

Francis "Yuho" Fujio, 86, of Lincoln, RI, left us on August 31, 2023. He was born in Iwate, Japan, son of the late Hikoshichi and Fukuyo Fujio. He leaves Jean, his wife of over 60 loving years. At the age of 16 Yuho left his home to begin a seven year apprenticeship with Tomoe Ogawa, National Living Treasure of Metalsmithing...

Aug 19, 2023

Margarite E. Mercurio, 81, of Warwick, passed away August 19, 2023.  Born in East Greenwich, she was a daughter of the late John and Margaret (Nappa) Forcelli.

Mrs. Mercurio had worked as inspector for Cherry Semiconductor.  She loved her grandchildren and her church.

She is survived by; two children, three grandchildren, two step grandchildren, three...

Aug 13, 2023

Michael A. Nappa, 76, passed away August 13, 2023. He was the husband of Lisa Burgess. Born in East Greenwich he was a son of the late Pasquale Sr., and Lillian (Simone) Nappa.

He is survived by his granddaughter Briana Martin; siblings Anthony Nappa and Ann Rice. He was the father of the late David Nappa and...

Aug 13, 2023

Patricia A. Sousa, known affectionately as “Patsy” to her family and friends, was born in Providence, the daughter of the late Domenico Raymond Rinaldi and the late Elizabeth (McCarthy) Rinaldi.  For 68 years she was the devoted wife of the late Joseph J. Sousa, Jr., her beloved “Buddy”.  Together they created a warm and loving home for their four...

Aug 13, 2023

Brendan Lombardi, 39 of Warwick, passed away on Sunday, August 13. Brendan is survived by his sons, Mason and Dylan; his father Stephen Lombardi; his mother Catherine Mc Donald Lombardi (Tony Gwiazdowski); his brothers Bradford Lombardi (Katie) and Andrew Lombardi. Brendan is also survived by his many loving uncles, aunts, nephews and cousins as well as numerous friends. He...

Jul 30, 2023

John Richard Lutfy, 86, of East Greenwich, RI, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2023, at his home.  He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Known to his family and friends as Richard, he was known for his kind and thoughtful nature, as well as his calm and modest demeanor. He was an amazing listener who possessed great...

Jul 29, 2023

Jason Charles Lanni, 44, of Rumford, passed away at RI Hospital surrounded by his loved ones on July 29, 2023. Jason is survived by his father John Lanni of Rumford, a son Johnathan Lanni of East Providence, and two sisters Brandy Lanni of Pawtucket and Shayna Cruz of Rumford along with 5 nieces and a nephew. Predeceased by his mom ...

Jul 22, 2023

Christine C. Faria, 61, passed away July 22, 2023. Born in Providence she was a daughter of Carleen C. (Souza) Faria and the step daughter of Richard Mayforth.

She was a self-employed housekeeper for many years in addition to tending bar in various local establishments. Christine loved the outdoors especially the beach and was passionate about kayaking....

Jul 20, 2023

Dorothy A. Monahan, 91, of West Virginia and formerly of East Greenwich, passed away July 20, 2023.  She was the wife of the late Eugene C. Monahan.  Born in Proctor, VT, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Anna (Wasielak) Dutelle.

Mrs. Monahan was a retired registered nurse.

She is survived by a...

Jul 19, 2023

Normand Zwolinski, 84, passed away July 19, 2023. He was the husband of the late Jean M. (Casey) Zwolinski. Born in Warwick he was a son of the late John and Helen (Valley) Zwolinski.

He is survived by three sons: Normand J. Zwolinski, David M. Zwolinski and Troy N. Zwolinski, eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren and a...

Jul 18, 2023

Steven P. Finn, age 53, passed away on July 18th, 2023 at Rhode Island Hospital. Steven grew up in Johnston, RI and graduated Johnston Senior High in the class of 1987. He was a proud Army Veteran, a devoted New England sports fan and proud father. He is survived by his son, Brady Finn of Saunderstown, RI. Arrangements entrusted to...

Jul 17, 2023

Mary Lou Tucker, 85, a longtime resident of East Greenwich, passed away July 17, 2023.  She was the wife of the late Conrad K. Tucker. Born in East Greenwich, she was a daughter of the late Edward J. Murray, Sr. and the late Helen (Peirce) Murray.

Mrs. Tucker retired after 25 years as a teacher in the...

Jul 17, 2023

Carolin (Macy) Goldman passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday July 17, 2023. She was born in Eldora, Iowa on May 2, 1928, the daughter of Carey and Nina Macy and grew up in nearby Grundy Center. After graduation from what is now the University of Northern Iowa she taught high school English and Speech. She then joined...

Jul 14, 2023

Michael Alan Fuller,79,passed away July 14, while surrounded by family. Mike was a generous and happy person, who lit up rooms and lives, always ready with a story and eager to hear yours. He is survived by Janice, his devoted wife of 60 years, who saw him through his last months at home. He is further survived by his...

Jul 13, 2023

Brynne went home to heaven after dying peacefully in her sleep 0n July 13, 2023 following a long illness. She is survived by her mother Gail A. McCann, and father William J. McCann.  Surviving her also is her beloved sister Jennifer E. McCann and her adored uncle Michael S. DeBeaulieu. She leaves behind many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins...

Jul 13, 2023

Nicolette “Nikki” April Biber, age 28, of East Greenwich RI, died tragically on Thursday, July 13, 2023.  Born in Providence, RI on December 6, 1994, the beloved daughter of Brigitte C. Biber and David L. Moscatelli; older sister of David “DJ” J. Biber (Danielle Petrangelo); adored granddaughter of the late Madeline M. Moscatelli and Astrid Biber; cherished niece of...

Jul 11, 2023

Frank J. Nappa, Sr., 78, a lifelong resident of East Greenwich, passed away July 11, 2023.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Barbara J. (Lineham) Nappa.  He was the son of the late Pasquale and Lillian (Simone) Nappa.

Mr. Nappa had worked as a foreman for Allied Concrete Forms and RI Foundations.  He...