Joseph P Salerno, 75, of South Kingstown, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 5th. He was the beloved son of his deceased parents, Nicola Salerno and Ursula (Zaninni) Salerno.

As a youth, Joe was filled with adventure and joy and loved spending his time skiing, scuba diving, spear fishing and simply enjoying all things New England. After graduating High School, he went on to graduate College from the University of Rhode Island with a Degree of Bachelor of Science. Joe worked several years at Electric Boat before going to Stop and Shop, where he retired from after 17 years of dedicated service. Joe is most known to all as a beautiful soul defined by his sweet spirit, quiet generosity and a heart that always chose to see the best in others. In recent years, he found joy in simple routines-morning coffee with his closest friend, visiting the local area shops and having lunch and dinner with good people. Joe's legacy of simplicity and goodness serve as a lesson of a life well lived with much purpose.

He is survived by his brother, John P Salerno (Victoria Salerno); his sister, Karen Salerno Rivera (Adalberto Rivera); his nephew, Nicholas Rivera; his great nephew and niece, Orion and Lyra, who brought him great joy.

A Memorial Service celebrating Joe's life will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:00pm at The Harbor Church, 263 Waites Corner Rd., West Kingston, RI, 02892. A time for conversation, food and refreshments, will follow the service, at the same location.