Obituaries

Feb 26, 2025

Steven W. Barber, 67, passed away February 26, 2025. Born in Warwick he was the son of the late Willard E. and Kathleen E. (Regan) Barber.

He worked at Bostitch for 25 years. Following his retirement from Bostitch he was the owner/ operator of Best Taxi. Steve loved all New England sports teams and was an avid...

Feb 19, 2025

James (Jim) B. Bowen, DVM, 76, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the Veteran’s Hospital in Providence, RI of complications from Lewy Body dementia. He was born in Providence to the late Robert L. Bowen, OD and Shirley Bowen Parent. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Donna R Bowen and his daughter, Ashley...

Feb 16, 2025

John "JJ" Johnsen III, 57, passed away on February 16, 2025, in Providence, Rhode Island. Born on February 11, 1968, in Neptune, New Jersey, he lived a life filled with passion, dedication, and an unmistakable presence that left a lasting impression on those who knew him. John pursued his love for hospitality and the culinary arts at Johnson & Wales...

Feb 13, 2025

Constance Bloomer, 92, of Providence, passed away on February 13th 2025 after a lengthy illness. She was born October 30th 1932 in Attleboro, MA. She was the daughter of William Chaplow and Teresa Mulcahey. Constance was the beloved wife of the late William Bloomer. She is survived by her 3 children: Darlene Kupis and her husband John of North Providence,...

Feb 12, 2025

Eugene R. Kardel, 70, of Newport, RI passed away on February 12, 2025 at Hebert Health & Rehabilitation Center in Smithfield, RI. Born in Newport, RI on June 2, 1954, he was the son of the late Eugene C. Kardel and Barbara M. (Bergin) Kardel. He is predeceased by his sister, Barbara Jean (Kardel) Bottorff. He is survived by his...

Feb 11, 2025

Alida (Bochner) Dahlberg, 76, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, at her home in North Providence, Rhode Island, surrounded by her husband and children. Alida was born in Plainview, New York, on February 9, 1949, to the late Jack Bochner and Norma Gallo. She lived almost her whole life on Long Island, where she loved the beach, her pool,...

Feb 10, 2025

Dean Allan Mansfield, age 88, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025. Born on May 8, 1936, in Pulaski County, Indiana. After high school Dean proudly served in the navy, aboard the USS Lookout as a machinist’s mate until 1959. Following his service to his country, Dean studied at New England Tech, which led to him becoming a master...

Feb 9, 2025

Lena (Rosiak) Gates, 90, of North Providence, RI passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025 at the Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence, RI with her daughters by her side. She was born on April 25, 1934 in Providence to the late Harry and Elena (Zeminkova) Rosiak. Lena was the youngest of five children and was sister to the late Nicholas,...

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,...