All Tributes - Providence, RI

Marcaccio, Mario J.  88, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on December 9, 2019. He was the husband of his high school sweetheart, the late Olga (Aceto) Marcaccio. Mario and Olga shared their life together for over 60 years. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Vito and Margaret (Famiglietti) Marcaccio. Mario served his country during the Korean Conflict; he received the Bronze Service Star, and a Purple Heart Medal. He worked as a Chief Cartographer for...

Calabrese, Carlo 92, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 3, 2019. He was the husband of the late Angelina (Foline) Calabrese. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Saverio and Mary (Alberico) Calabrese. Carlo worked as a Letter Carrier in downtown Providence for 35 years prior to his retirement. He was a member of the Sons of Italy, Knights of Columbus, Dillon Council. He was an avid golfer and bowler, and a diehard Yankees Fan. He loved to cook and was an...

Patricia J. Martin (Conroy) 58, of Providence passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2019. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late George and Anna (Rafferty) Conroy. Patricia was a CNA at Elmhurst Extended Care, Providence for many years before her retirement. Patti was an avid sports fan. Since her diagnosis with multiple sclerosis in 2010, Patti has spent countless hours cheering on her Red Sox and Buffalo Bills. She face her challenges of this disease with grace and...

Ruggieri, Salvatore 97, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2019. He was the loving husband of Josephine (Caldarola) Ruggieri. He was born in Italy the son of the late Frank and Giovanna (Sepe) Ruggieri. Before retirement, Sal was a draftsman at Tower Iron Works. He was a hard worker and a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, who always provided for his family. Sal had a soft spot for children and animals. Sal enjoyed listening to music, tending to his beautiful garden, and riding...

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Di Paolo, Maria 86, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2019 with her loving family by her side. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Gino, of 63 years. Born in Scapoli, Isernia, Italy on December 26, 1932. She was the daughter of the late Michele and Filomena (Izzi) Iannetta. Maria is survived by her brother Santino Iannetta and preceded in death by her brothers, Michele, Antonio, and sisters Lucia, Anna, Angelina, and Nascienza. Maria had worked at A.T. Cross for many years...

Costanzo, Catherine M. (Manfredi) 58, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on November 20, 2019. Born in Providence she was the daughter of Mario Manfredi and his wife Madeleine, and Joyce (Britt) Manfredi. She was the longtime Companion and partner of William Murphy III. She worked for MIAA, (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association) until her illness. She loved spending time with her family and friends; she was an inspiration to everyone that she came in...

  James E. Travis, 89 of North Providence passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, November 15, 2019. He was the beloved husband of the late Sylvia (Sacchetti) Travis. They were happily married for 57 years prior to her passing less than a year ago.   Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Macon and Elizabeth (Gray) Travis. James was a proud Navy Veteran serving during the Korean War.  He is survived by a sister, Harriet Smith of California...

Bucci, James F. “Jimmy” 60, of Providence, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2019. He was the beloved husband of Michelle (Iannucci) Bucci. They were happily married for 25 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Frederick and Jeanette (Parrillo) Bucci. Jimmy was the proprietor of Jeanette’s Bakery a family-owned business on Branch Avenue, Providence for many years. Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children, Jessica Bucci and James Bucci,...