Obituaries

Feb 7, 2025

Barbara (Colle) Palmer, of Matunuck and formerly of East Greenwich, passed away on February 7, 2025, at 93.  She was married for 67 years to Gardner H. Palmer, who passed in November 2020.  Born in Providence, she was the only child of Sgt. Leo A. Colle (RISP) and Martha (Brown) Colle.  She graduated from Aldrich High School and Katherine...

Jan 31, 2025

Susan Bouressa, 61, of Warwick, RI passed away peacefully on the evening of January 31. Susan was loved and will be sadly missed by her three children, David Bouressa, Samantha Bouressa, and lan Bouressa of Warwick. Her grandchildren, Olivia and Michael Giarrusso, made her laugh, made her proud, and were her delight.

A lifelong resident of Potowomut,...

Jan 30, 2025

David Hosobuchi, 58, passed away unexpectedly on January 30th, 2025, peacefully at his home in Providence, Rhode Island. He was the beloved husband to Jennifer Formoso for 24 years, brother to Midori Hosobuchi and Mei Lin Wolff, and was son to the late Yoshio Hosobuchi and Susan Burger. David was born August 3rd, 1966, in Chicago, Illinois and raised in...

Jan 29, 2025

William (“Bill") Lawrence McGill, 82, of North Kingstown, RI, left to join the love of his life, Rosemary (McKenna) McGill, on January 29, 2025. Bill and Rose were married for 33 years.  He loved Rosemary with all his heart and missed her deeply every day since her passing.  Although he would describe himself as a curmudgeon, he was always...

Jan 27, 2025

Darryle Randolph Gros passed away on January 27, 2025, in Providence, Rhode Island, at the age of 56. Born on November 18, 1968, in Fall Rivers, Massachusetts, Darryle’s life was marked by deep connections with family and a lasting impact on those who knew him. Darryle was the beloved child of the late Gwendolyn Gros and Francois Gros, Jr. and...

Jan 25, 2025

Sandra Ann Narciso, age 75, of Bolivia, North Carolina passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025.

Sandra was born on November 10, 1949 to the parents of Ernest Ivone & Grace Mary Harrington in Providence RI.

She is survived by her husband, Virginio Narciso and one son, Jason Narciso of Wilmington, NC and a daughter...

Jan 22, 2025

Donald Fownes Gray, a cherished resident of East Greenwich, RI, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on October 29, 1939, to Donald and Ella(Howland) Gray.  Donald grew up in Cranston, RI, where he developed a lifelong passion for the arts.  Donald was known for his charisma, kindness, and generosity.

A...

Jan 20, 2025

Barbara Ann (Mirando) Fazzano, of East Greenwich, RI, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025. Born on November 18, 1931, in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of Felix Anthony Mirando and Irene (Denish) Mirando, and the wife of the late Henry William Fazzano.

Barbara was a graduate of Rosemont College (PA) and received a Master of...

Jan 20, 2025

Deborah "Debbie" Marshall passed away peacefully at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, surrounded by her loving family. She lived a life defined by compassion, service, and unwavering devotion to her family. Debbie began her professional life as a hair stylist, but it was her role as a mother that she considered her true calling and greatest joy. After raising her children,...

Jan 19, 2025

January 21, 1939 - January 19, 2025 Robert Paul Eugene Washington, also known as Bobby was born on January 21st of 1939 in Pawtucket, RI. He passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025 at the Summit Commons Rehabilitation located on the Eastside of Providence, RI. Robert was the son of the late Mildred Jackson Washington and Howard Washington. Robert was...

Jan 19, 2025

9/28/1934-1/19/2025 Martin “Marty” “Butch” Stearns, 90, of Lincolnwood Healthcare Center in North Providence, RI and formerly Kentland Ave. in Providence, RI, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025 surrounded by his family at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He was the husband of the late Eileen O. Stearns. Born in Providence, RI, he was the beloved son of the late...

Jan 17, 2025

Yvette L. DeCesare, 88, passed away January 17, 2025. She was the wife of William J. “Willie” DeCesare. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Michael J.D. and Delores (Lowell) Benoit.

She worked at Rhode Island Hospital as a CNA for 32 years.

Besides her husband she is survived by three children,...

Jan 17, 2025

Alice Patricia Byrne, 90, a long-time resident of East Greenwich, passed away January 17, 2025. She is survived by her husband of 63 years William J. Byrne. Born in Quincy, MA, she was the daughter of the late Thomas J. and Anna M. (Freeman) Kelly.

She was an active participant in Garden Club, bridge, book club, and...

Jan 14, 2025

Scott Steele, 66, passed peacefully on January 14, 2025 at Oakland Grove Healthcare Center, Woonsocket. He grew up in Wellesley, MA before moving to Woonsocket, RI. He worked several jobs before retiring from Walmart. He was a hard, enthusiastic worker who met many friends while working at Walmart. He was a very private man. He was always ready to help...

Jan 13, 2025

Maureen L. Gallogly, age 68, passed away into the arms of her Lord and Savior on January 13, 2025, after losing her battle to lung cancer. She was the daughter of Patrick and Marie Gallogly and graduated from Cranston East High School. After graduation, she joined the United States Navy and served her country for over 18 years.

Jan 12, 2025

Thelma Aracely Martin, 53, of North Providence passed away peacefully at home with her family on January 12th after a six-month battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Guatemala City, Guatemala, one of six children of Eliseo and Floridalma Moscoso of Los Angeles. In addition to her parents, she is lovingly remembered by her husband, partner and best friend...

Jan 11, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of William (Bill) J. Anderson on 2025-01-11 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. William (Bill) J. Anderson was born on 1962-02-27 in Bourne, Massachusetts. He was a Mechanic and enjoyed playing guitar, riding dirt bikes, golf, he loved being outdoors fishing, camping, riding his bike. He was also an avid reader. He...

Jan 9, 2025

Edward J. Quinlan, 75, of East Greenwich Rhode Island passed away peacefully at Kent Hospital in Warwick, Rhode Island on January 9, 2025, after a sudden illness. He was the deeply loved and devoted husband of Lisa Pelosi, and the proud father of son Jeffrey, who with wife Marissa gave him the joy of being called Grandpa Ed by...

Jan 9, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John J. Cianciolo, who passed away peacefully on January 9th, 2025. He was 78 years old. Born on December 9th, 1946, John was the beloved son of Janet and Augustus Cianciolo. He grew up in Warwick, RI. In 1969, he wed Christine (Crowley) and they shared 55 years...

Jan 8, 2025

Ronald Price Showes was born January 1, 1958, in Cincinnati, OH, to Linda D Showes and the late Albert C Price. He was united in holy matrimony to Linda Gail Showes on May 6, 2000. He was a resident of Cincinnati for 48 years before moving to Providence, RI in 2006. He united with his heavenly Father on January 8,...