Obituaries

Jan 25, 2026

Jan 24, 2026

Arthur S. Dwyer, PPD (Ret.), of Providence passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026, at HopeHealth Hospice, having just celebrated his 89th birthday three days prior. He was the husband of Irene C. (O’Donnell) Dwyer.Arthur’s life was one of deep commitment and quiet strength.

He dedicated his life to service – both to his country and community. He spent 29 years...

Jan 23, 2026

Billie-Jean Morris, 68  of Woonsocket passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026. All services are private. The services have been entrusted to the SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION.

Jan 23, 2026

Tammy Kelley Marchand, 85 of Providence passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026. All services are private. The services have been entrusted to the SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION.

Jan 23, 2026

Cynthia Ann (Lincoln) McGrady passed away at the Green House Home in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, surrounded by the love of her family on Friday, January 23, 2026—one day before her 83rd birthday—after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Cyndie lived a full life marked by kindness, caring for others, and creating beautiful memories with her family and friends.

She was...

Jan 22, 2026

Clintion Aneni, age 45, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

He was born on Monday, November 24, 1980 and is the beloved son of Tokunbo Aneni.

He will be greatly missed and remembered by those who knew him.

There are no funeral services at this time.

Jan 21, 2026

Donna Varin of Smithfield passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and friends, on Wednesday, the 21st, at Roger Williams Hospital. She was 68 years old. Donna was the daughter of Shirley Marsella and the late Don Marsella of Smithfield. She was the beloved wife of Robert Varin Jr. for 44 years, and a devoted mother to her sons,...

Jan 19, 2026

Joyce Viola Mangione, 84, passed away January 19, 2026. Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Willard G. and Ruth V. (Gilson) Heon.

She is survived by five children; Victor Mangione, Christenzio “Chris’ Mangione, Patrick Scholl, Tyrone Scholl and Jay Scholl. She was the mother of the late Jackie Scholl, Wendy Scholl and Michelle Mangione.

Her funeral and burial...

Jan 17, 2026

Dorothy B. Moran passed away January 17, 2026 on her 106th birthday. She was the wife of the late Raymond A. Moran. Born in Providence she was a daughter of the late Theodore and Flora B. (Desrosiers) St. Onge.

Dorothy worked for the former Browns Tailors and Cleaners in East Greenwich for over 25 years and was a daily mass attendee...

Jan 16, 2026

Sparkle K. Tinsley-Osei, age 47, of Providence, Rhode Island, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. She was born on Friday, February 3, 1978.

She was a devoted homemaker who took great pride in caring for her home and family.

She is survived by her beloved daughter, Blessing Kanneh.

Sparkle will be remembered for her warmth and...

Jan 15, 2026

Paula Ann (Lukasiewicz) Folger of Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the age of 71. Born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on March 13, 1954, she was the cherished daughter of the late John Lukasiewicz and Violet (Manasterska) Lukasiewicz.

Paula earned her doctorate in science and built a distinguished career as a biologist, where her intelligence,...

Jan 15, 2026

Alex Silva, 50, passed away on January 15, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on May 29, 1975, in Mexico to Manuela Muñoz and Eulalio Silva, Alex was the youngest of his siblings and grew up with a deep sense of family that remained central throughout his life.

In his early years, Alex made the courageous journey to the United...

Jan 12, 2026

Lorraine Vonidestein, 74 of Providence passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026. All services are private. The services have been entrusted to the SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION.

Jan 11, 2026

Marilyn (Walter) Kelly, age 87, of Providence, Rhode Island, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the Elmhurst Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late George Kelly. Born on Tuesday, November 5, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Norman E. Walter and Virginia E. (Baker) Walter.

She earned her master’s degree...

Jan 11, 2026

Salvatore Anthony DeSalvo was born August 13, 1935 in Red Bank, New Jersey, to Antonio and Mary DeSalvo. Sal was an eager and determined student, well versed in history and the arts. He was an equally talented athlete, performing well in both team sports and in more singular endeavors, going on to break school records in both the Broad Jump...

Jan 10, 2026

William Craver Small, age 71, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island. Born on Thursday, February 18, 1954, in Seattle, Washington, he was the son of the late William C. Small and Maurine O. (Long) Small.

William was a resident of Fruitland, Washington. He worked as a mechanic in the automotive industry, where...

Jan 10, 2026

Susan Bateman Pauley, 82, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026 following a brief decline in health. She was the daughter of Jack and Joan (nee Wade) Bateman, and was born in Chelmsford, Essex in her native country of England on January 20, 1940. Susan lived an extraordinary life in many ways, having travelled extensively in her younger years, working...

Jan 9, 2026

Jacqueline (Oulette) Cutting, age 87, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the Holiday Skilled Nursing and Rehab, Manville, RI. Born on August 25, 1938 she was the daughter of the late Lucille Oulette.

Jacqueline was the loving mother of William Cutting, and Karen Kay.

She will be deeply missed and forever loved.

There are no services at this time.

Jan 9, 2026

Maribel Morales, 55 of Providence passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026. All services are private. The services have been entrusted to the SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION.

Jan 8, 2026

Kim Nielsen, 87 of Smithfield  passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026. All services are private. The services have been entrusted to the SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION.