Obituaries

Etta Judith Stoops

Jul 17, 2025

Etta Judith Stoops 79 of Providence passed away July 17th at Golden Crest Nursing Home North Providence.

She was the daughter of the late Edward Bianca. She leaves behind a brother Raymond Morra

Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence.

Services will be private.

For online condolences kindly visit: Skeffingtonfuneralhome.com

Arthur Armand Coia

Jul 11, 2025

In Loving Memory of Arthur Armand Coia.   1943 – 2025

Arthur Armand Coia, 82, of Providence, Rhode Island and Delray Beach, Florida passed away surrounded by family on July 11, 2025. Born in Providence, Arthur was the only child of Marie (Marciaro) and Arthur E. Coia. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Donna Paolino Coia, his children Christen...

Patricia Manire

Jul 9, 2025

Patricia Manire, 85 of Coventry passed away on July 9, 2025,. Born in Providence as Priscella Andren, later renamed Patricia Andren, she grew up in Cranston of Swedish descent the daughter of Elsie (Ericson) Andren and Russell Andren of Cranston.

Pat graduated from Cranston High School in 1958 where she played clarinet as the only girl in the marching band. After...

Ana Maria Rivera-Acevedo

Jul 8, 2025

Ana Marie Rivera-Acevedo 59 of Providence passed away July 8 at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Humacao, Puerto Rico to Wilfred and Librada (Rivera) Acevedo.  Services will be private.

Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home and Cremations 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence.

For online condolences kindly visit; Skeffingtonfuneralhome.com

Jose Madeira Abrantes Jr.

Jul 8, 2025

With heavy hearts we share the passing of José Madeira Abrantes Jr. who died peacefully on July 8, 2025, surrounded by his family at Rhode Island Hospital. He was 82 years old. José was born on April 28, 1943, in Mosteiros, São Miguel Açores. In 1970, he made the courageous decision to leave his homeland and move to the United...

James Edward Shaw

Jul 7, 2025

James Edward Shaw 64 of West Warwick passed away peacefully in his home on July 7, 2025.

Born in Boston, MA he was the sone of the late Joesph Shaw.

All services will be private.

Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home and Cremations 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence. For online condolences kindly visit; Skeffingtonfuneralhome.com 

Donna Irene Brooks

Jul 6, 2025

Donna Irene Brooks passed away peacefully at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence on Sunday, July 6, 2025. Born right here in Providence, Donna was the beloved daughter of the late Cody and Anna Spenard Eccelston.

Donna was the devoted wife of Leon Q. Brooks of Cranston. Throughout her life, she worked diligently as the front-end manager for Sam's Club in Seekonk,...

Luis G. Hernandez-Guzman

Jul 5, 2025

Luis G. Hernandez-Guzman 91 of Somerset passed away July 5th at Rhode Island Hospital Providence.

He was born in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico to Urbano & Juana ( Guzman) Hernandez.

Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence.

Services will be private.

For online condolences kindly visit: Skeffingtonfuneralhome.com

David C. Fogg

Jul 5, 2025

David Charles Fogg, 80, of Wickford Village and formerly of East Greenwich, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, in the arms of his cherished bride Pamela Maria (Tripode) Fogg, his devoted partner of 56 years. His loving family never left his side.

Born on June 26, 1945, in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, David was the son of Donald M. Fogg and...

Pamela Susan Fox

Jul 4, 2025

Pamela Susan Fox 68, of Mansfield Ma passed away peacefully at Hope Health and Palliative Care Center North Main St. Providence surrounded by family on July 4, 2025. Born in Boston, Ma on June 11, 1957 to Richard and Grace (Justason) Fox. Services and burial per famulies request are private.

Arrangement's entrusted to: Skeffington Funeral Home and Cremations 925 Chalkstone Avenue...

James Ross Sr.

Jun 29, 2025

James Ross Sr., born on November 9, 1958, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025, surrounded by his beloved children Sarah and James and his cherished friends from his close-knit community in Skowhegan, Maine.

James was the son of the late Keith Ross Sr. and Marie Ross. Know for his generous heart and infectious sense of humor, James made a lasting...

Kerri Iaciofano

Jun 28, 2025

Kerri Iaciofano 48 of Pawtucket passed away unexpectedly June 28th 2025 at her home in Pawtucket.

Born in Woonsocket to Charles and Gail (Murray) Iaciofano. She also leaves a daughter Malaysia.

Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence.

Services will be private.

For online condolences kindly visit: Skeffingtonfuneralhome.com

Niles D. Lorenson

Jun 25, 2025

On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, we lost Niles Dana Lorenson after suffering from a long term illnesses.  Born in Providence, Niles was the youngest son of the late Victor J., Sr. and Dottie Lorenson

He is survived by brothers James and Richard Lorenson; half-brother John McCullough and his half-sister Judi McCullough Sheldon; nieces and nephews, Wendy, Shawn...

Maria Ortega Herrera

Jun 25, 2025

Maria Ortega Herrera, 68, passed away June 25, 2025 at RI Hospital in Providence. Burial in St Sebastian Cemetery, Boynton Beach, FLA. Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home and Cremations, 925 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence. For online condolences kindly visit: Skeffingtonfuneralhome.com

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Foster H. Pauley

Jun 24, 2025

Foster Hale Pauley, 90, passed away June 24, 2024. He was the huband of Susan Bateman. Born in Providence he was a son of the late Foster E. and Madolyn D. (Colwell) Pauley.

Besides his wife he is survivwed by his daughter Susan P. McGregor and three grandsons.

His funeral and burial will be private....

Alicia Sanberg

Jun 24, 2025

Alicia R. Sanberg, 41, of Newport passed away on Tuesday June 24, 2025 at home in Newport. Born and raised in Providence, She was the Daughter of the late Margaret Sanberg and the late James Bracey. She was a graduate of Lincoln Tech Vocational School as a dental assistant. Alicia leaves behind a son Gabrielle Regine and a loving fiancé...

James K. Dunn

Jun 23, 2025

James K. Dunn, 71, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025 at Trinity Health and Rehabilitation in Woonsocket. Funeral will be private. Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home and Cremations 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence. For online condolences kindly visit: Skeffingtonfuneralhome.com

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Patricia A. Allen

Jun 19, 2025

Patricia A. (Baker) Allen was born in Providence Rhode Island on October 9, 1950. She was the daughter of the late Charles A. and Anna M. (Kelley) Baker and the sister of Olga Bettencourt of Warren R.I. and Anna Duclos of Enfield Connecticut.

Patricia’s earthly struggles ended on Thursday June 19th at the Kent County Hospital as...

Elba Rodriguez-Martinez

Jun 19, 2025

Elba Rodriguez-Martinez, 57, passed away June 19, 2025 at Woonsocket Health Care Center Woonsocket. Born in Rio Pidras, Puerto Rico. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home and Cremations 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence. For online condolences kindly visit: Skeffingtonfuneralhome.com

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John Michael “Ho Ho” Quigley

Jun 15, 2025

John Michael “Ho Ho” Quigley, 76, of Freedom, NH passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 15, 2025. He was born on February 7, 1949 in Providence, RI, the son of Thomas E. Quigley and Claire (Collins) Quigley. John was the devoted husband to Ellen (Renton) Quigley 43 years. John would often refer to Ellen as the love...