Obituaries

Jul 28, 2025

Josephine Chan of Cranston, RI, passed away on July 28, 2025, at the age of 73. She worked at the Mai Tai Restaurant and Dragon Palace for over 25 years and Stanley Bostitch for 15 years.Born on November 15, 1951, Josephine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, aunt, sister-in-law, and friend. She was known for her infectious laughter, playful...

Jul 27, 2025

Jeanette Marie (Babineau) Desjarlais, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at the age of 91. She is predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Roland A. Desjarlais. She was the daughter of Joseph Babineau and Marie (Girouard) Babineau (deceased) of Woonsocket, Rhode Island and was predeceased by two sisters, Diana L’Etoile of Woonsocket,...

Jul 23, 2025

Thomas E. Clarke, 84, passed away July 23, 2025. He was the husband of the late Geraldine A. (Carroll) Clarke. Born in East Greenwich he was a son of the late Daniel T. and Catherine (O’Brien) Clarke.

Born and raised in Cranston, Rhode Island, Tom proudly served in the Army for a brief period in 1959.

He shared a loving home with...

Jul 20, 2025

Eileen Silverman 88 of Providence passed away peacefully at Elmhurst Extended Care Facility Providence. Born in Brooklyn, New York on April 14, 1937 to the late Edward F. And Lilly ( Peterson) Lewin.

Mrs Silverman leaves behind a loving sister Louise Karen Joyce of New York, New York.

At the families request services and burial will be private.

Arrangement's entrusted to: Skeffington Funeral...

Jul 18, 2025

David D. Johnson, 83, passed away July 18, 2025. He was the husband of the late Elvie E. (Geer) Johnson. Born in Davisville, RI he was a son of the late Henry Clay, Jr., and Alice V. (Walker) Johnson.

Mr. Johnson worked with his father for many years, where they specialized in digging wells, servicing wells, blasting and pump repair. He...

Jul 18, 2025

Lucia Rosario 72 of Providence passed away peacefully at Hope Hospice in Providence.

Born in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. She was the daughter of the late Diego and Ofelina (Pallero) Rosario.

Calling hours Wednesday July 23rd from  3-7 at Skeffington Funeral Home 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence, RI.

Burial will be in North Burial Ground Cemetery Branch Avenue Providence on Thursday July 24th at 10am...

Jul 18, 2025

"As for me, I exalt my God/and my spirit rejoices in the king of heaven." (TB 13:7)

Carol Theresa Dombrowski, born April 16, 1939, a beloved family member, a cherished Catholic educator, and a dear friend to many, passed away on July 18, 2025 after a lengthy illness.

Born in Brooklyn, NY to Joseph and Jennie Dombrowski, and moving to North Kingstown...

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

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...

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...

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

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...

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 

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,...

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

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...

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...

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...

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

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...