Who We Are
Who We Are
Our staff of professionals has years of experience caring for families from all walks of life. Each comes to us because we are leaders in our profession, with dedication to service and professional integrity.
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When we sit down with a family, our shared goal is to create a fitting, memorable and affordable service for their loved one. We offer them a wide variety of services and products, as well as a wealth of creative ideas and suggestions. Together, we'll design a memorial or funeral service that suits their needs now, and in the future. Families who come to us know that years from now, they will have deep peace-of-mind because in coming to us, they've done their best to honor their loved one.
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Our History
Our firm traces its roots back, deep into the 20th century, when our first facility was dedicated. Many years later, this location has seen renovations and changes, but has always been and will continue to be an integral part of this community.
Over the years, the original mission of the firm hasn't changed. We have always intended to provide the best, most professional services, complemented by the finest products. Today, we pride ourselves on being current with the major changes in funeral service trends - and bring those innovations and memorialization options to our client families with integrity and insight.
Our Valued Staff
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Timothy F. O'Toole, Managing PartnerTim, one of 9 children, was born in Acushnet, Massachusetts. After graduating from Bridewater State College in 1988 with a B.S. in Aviation Management, he returned to school, graduating in 1996 from Briarwood College with a degree in Mortuary Science. He joined the A.A. Mariani and Son Funeral Home family in 1997. Tim and his wife Marjory are the parents of three children.
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Thomas J. Paquette, Funeral Director/EmbalmerTom is a graduate of Cumberland High School and FINE Mortuary College. He is a former Southern New England Champion Golden Gloves Boxer and a Junior Olympic medalist. Tom joined the A.A. Mariani and Son Funeral Home family in 2007.
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Tina (Arciero) Nani, Office AdministratorTina came to work for her brother Rudy's business in 1989, after a successful career with the Peerless Company. She is always available to lend a compassionate ear. Tina is the mother of three children, and grandmother three grandchildren.
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Jeannette (Morin) ArcieroA graduate of Hope High School, Jeannette and her late husband Rudy purchased the A.A. Mariani and Son Funeral Home from Valentine Mariani in 1958. Jeannette has two children and two grandchildren. She continues to welcome families into our home.
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Edward C. Oakes, Funeral AssistantEd attended North Smithfield High School and the New England Institute of Anatomy, Sanitary Science and Embalming. He had been employed by the Romano Funeral Home in Providence's Silver Lake neighborhood for many years before joining the A.A. Mariani and Son Funeral Home family in 2004.
