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Rita E. Ramos (Farrow) 71, of Pawtucket, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 8, 2022 at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the former wife of the late Mathias Ramos. Born in Newbury, South Carolina, she was beloved daughter of the late (Rev.) Clarence Farrow and Hattie Idella (Cole) Farrow. She also, served as a devote member of the Holy Cross Church of God and Christ United. She obtained a degree from CCRI and later attended URI and RIC. Rita is survived by her loving children, Brandon...

                        Anthony F. Merlino, M.D., 92, of North Providence, passed away Tuesday August 9th, surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband for 58 years to the late Dolores Mary (Aucello) Merlino. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Anthony F. and C. Mildred (Compagna) Merlino.  He resided in North Providence since 1969.  He was the devoted father of Christa Merlino of Smithfield and Paula...

Nakkia F. Smith, 27 of Pawtucket, passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022. Born in Pawtucket, she is the beloved daughter of Dymasha Smith and Roberto Carlos Santiago Montero. Besides her parents, she is survived by her cherished daughter, Majesty Mitchells and devoted siblings, Shakkia Smith, Makkia Smith and Dominic Tobon. She is also survived by her loving grandmother, Cheryl Smith. Visiting hours will be Monday, August 8th from 10-11am followed by a Service at 11am in the A.A. Mariani...

Richard J. Ellis, 79, passed away at home, Friday August 5th.  He was the beloved husband of Diana (Morena) Ellis for 54 years. Born in Pawtucket, he was a son of the late Theodore and Marjorie (Harrington) Ellis. He was employed for many years by New England Telephone Company and AT&T. Richard was blessed with many wonderful friends.  His family would like to express their thanks and gratitude to the staff of Fatima Hospital and the Town of Smithfield Fire & Rescue...

                        Anna Grace Watt-Morse, 31, died suddenly on July 30, 2022 from complications from Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.  She is survived by parents Peter and Peg Watt-Morse, sister Mary Ellen Watt-Morse and brothers Jacob and Paul Watt-Morse and Doris Singleton, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  Anna was born on August 11, 1990 at Magee Hospital.  She graduated from Falk Laboratory...

                              Robert Croce, 75, of Providence, passed away peacefully on Friday July 22, at his daughter’s home in Cumberland.  He was the beloved husband of Geraldine (Dasco) Croce for almost 50 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Ernest and Anna (Grossi) Croce. He was the owner of J.L.C. Imperial Board.  In his spare time he went boating, a hobby he enjoyed for over...

David Pari, Sr., 66, passed away peacefully at home in North Providence on Thursday, July 21st, of complications from cardiac disease. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Angelo and Assunta (Sue) Pari. He is survived by a son, David Pari Jr.; a daughter, Courtney Buontempo and her husband Michael; his companion Donna Rafferty; and his former spouse Mariann Pari. David was the Vice-President of Volare Creations for many years.  He then owned and operated Courtney Jewelry. He...

                Vivian Rivera Soto, 36, of Providence, passed away peacefully at her home on July 13th, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, she was a daughter of Aida L. Soto Garcia and the late Pastor J. Rivera. She enjoyed coloring on her ipad and listening to music, especially her favorite artist, Selena.   She will always be  remembered for her bright smile. Besides her mother she is survived by her...

Aspacia (Tess) Kaissaris Xifaras passed away peacefully in Palm Beach Gardens, FL on July 19, 2022. Born in Wilkes Barre, PA she was the daughter of the Reverend Peter Kaissaris and Coula (Pappas) Kaissaris. She was the beloved wife of the late George Xifaras. They both resided and raised their children in Pawtucket, RI until moving to Florida. Tess was a kind, selfless, compassionate and loving person who also had an incredible sense of humor. She made many friends in Florida and was...

Tony E. Ghali, 80 of North Providence, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 1, 2022. He was the beloved husband of Madelene (Tasho) Ghali. They were happily married for 58 years. Born in Homs, Syria, he was the son of the late Elias and Cecile (Hamway) Ghali. Tony was a barber for many years before retiring. Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children, Cecile Wojcicki and her husband Joe, Eli Ghali and his wife Angela, Mike Ghali and his wife Marianne and Andrew Ghali and...