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Stephen K. Tuoni

Stephen K. Tuoni

Nov 4, 2016

Stephen K. Tuoni, 55, of West Kingstown, passed away unexpectedly at home, Friday November 4th. Born in Philadelphia, PA he was a son of Richard Tuoni of West Kingston and Zelda (Ritzen) Tuoni of New Mexico. He was the stepson of Christine Tuoni of West Kingston Stephen was a passionate Philadelphia professional sports fan. He also was very active...

Jeanne Pampalone

Jeanne Pampalone

Nov 2, 2016

Jeanne Pampalone, 84, of Wakefield, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, November 2, 2016. She was the beloved wife of the late Paul Pampalone. Born in Mt. Kisco, New York she was a daughter of the late Charles W., Sr. and Emma Ryer, and she attended the Pleasantville New York School System. Mrs. Pampalone was employed for the Town...

Joyce Marie Sewell

Joyce Marie Sewell

Oct 26, 2016

Joyce Sewell, 73, formerly of Peace Dale, passed away Wednesday October 26th. Born in South Kingstown, she was a daughter of the late Herbert and Iola (Whitford) Hazard. Mrs. Sewell was employed at the University of Rhode Island for many years, until retiring. She was proud of her Narragansett Indian and Mashantucket Indian Heritage. She is survived by a...

Francesca J. Gencarelli Wish

Francesca J. Gencarelli Wish

Oct 25, 2016

Francesca Gencarelli Wish died peacefully on October 25th surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 15, 1961 in Westerly, RI. Francesca was the fourth child of Francis (Genc) and Jane Bradshaw Gencarelli, and grew up in Westerly, RI. She graduated from Westerly High School, where she participated in many activities, including theater, speech and music. In...

Mary Ann P. Rheinberger

Mary Ann P. Rheinberger

Oct 25, 2016

Mary Ann P. Rheinberger, 91, formerly of Saunderstown, passed away Tuesday. She was the beloved wife of the late James J. Rheinberger. Born in Chicago, IL, she was a daughter of the late Richard and Mary (Rebora) Puhl. Mrs. Rheinberger was a registered Nurse at Oak Park Hospital in Chicago, until her marriage. She and Joe moved to Cranston...

Richard Guimar

Richard Guimar

Oct 20, 2016

We are saddened to announce the passing of Richard (Dicky) Guimar today (10/20/16). Husband of Marilyn Guimar of Hope Valley, RI. Father of Melissa Guimar Pattie and husband Daniel Pattie of Warren, RI, Jacqueline Medeiros Kaminsky and husband Alfred R Kaminsky Jr of Exeter, RI, Beverly Singh and husband Vic Singh of Dix Hills, NY, and Richard Guimar and...

Domenic Francis Capalbo, Jr.

Domenic Francis Capalbo, Jr.

Oct 20, 2016

Domenic F. Capalbo, Jr., 78, a lifelong Wakefield resident, passed away Thursday, October 20th with his son by his side. He was predeceased earlier this year by his wife of 49 years, Aileen T. (Burke) Capalbo. Born on December 1, 1937, he was a son of the late Domenic and Lea (Salerno) Capalbo. He is survived by a son...

Richard C. Anthony

Richard C. Anthony

Oct 19, 2016

Richard C. Anthony, 93, a model representative of the greatest generation, passed away Wednesday October 20th, surrounded by his immediate family. He was the beloved husband of the late Virginia E. (Grebey) Anthony. Born in Newport, he was one of eleven children of the late Henry and Nellie (Stafford) Anthony. He graduated from the University of Rhode Island in...

Lucille A. Gibbons

Lucille A. Gibbons

Oct 19, 2016

Lucille A. Gibbons, 92, of Charlestown, passed away Wednesday. She was the wife of the late Walter E. Gibbons. Born in Bronxville, New York, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Alberta (LaPointe) LeTellier She is survived by two children, Stephen Gibbons of Westerly and a daughter Christine Robert of Charlestown and Florida; five grandchildren and four...

John Smith Card

John Smith Card

Oct 19, 2016

John Smith Card, 54, of Wakefield passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 after a brief illness. He was the life partner of Erik Thompson. Born in Wakefield, he was the son of Barbara Kogut and the late Norman W. Card. John was employed at Old Mountain Lanes, Wakefield. He worked as a cook in many South County restaurants....

Suzanne M. Dubuc

Suzanne M. Dubuc

Oct 15, 2016

Suzanne Marie Dubuc, 69, of Narragansett and Sanibel, FL, passed away at her Rhode Island home on October 15 after a sixteen-month battle with lymphoma. Born in Providence to the late Emile Leo and Florette (Lussier) Dubuc, Suzanne grew up in the Woodlawn section of Pawtucket and was educated at Saint Jean de Baptiste Academy. She matriculated to New...

Hobart C. Wyncoop

Hobart C. Wyncoop

Oct 13, 2016

Hobart C. Wyncoop, Jr, 89, of Matunuck School House Rd, Charlestown, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016 at Brookdale South Bay Nursing Home. Born in Elizabeth, PA, he was the son of the late Hobart and Hanna (Rubesne) Wyncoop. He was the husband of the late Anna Santangelo of New London, CT and the late Myrtle Grinnell...

Virginia Taylor

Virginia Taylor

Oct 13, 2016

Virginia W. Taylor, 93, of Wakefield, passed away Thursday, October 13, 2016. She was the dear friend of the late Carl Becker. Born in South Kingstown, she was a daughter of the late Harry E. and Elizabeth (Wilcox) Taylor. Virginia was employed at M.T Stevens, Sneaker King, and Kenyon’s Dept. Store. She was a member of the Community Church...

Judith B. Defeo

Judith B. Defeo

Oct 6, 2016

Judith Ann (Brooker) DeFeo, also known as, “Mrs. D” or “Gram D” of South Kingstown, RI passed away peacefully on October 6, 2016 after a lengthy illness. Born in Hamilton, Ontario Canada, she was the daughter of Leo and Dorothy Brooker. For the last 59 years she lived on the family’s Curtis Corner Road Farm in Peace Dale, RI...

Clara E. Johnson

Clara E. Johnson

Oct 4, 2016

Clara Elizabeth Johnson, 70, of South Kingstown, RI, died on October 4 with her family by her side. Clara led a life of deep connection: to her family and friends, to her community, and to her spirituality. Raised on a farm by her parents, Pierre and Sylvia (Lavigne) Bonard, Clara knew the value of hard work. She excelled in...

Alden C. Hampton

Alden C. Hampton

Oct 4, 2016

Alden C. Hampton, 71, of Narragansett, passed away peacefully on Tuesday October 4, 2016. He was the beloved husband of Deborah (Louzon) Hampton. Born in Attleboro, Massachusetts, he has been a resident of Narragansett for the past 30 years. He moved to Narragansett, shortly after retiring from the United States Air Force, after 21 years of service. He was...

James S. Pettis

James S. Pettis

Oct 3, 2016

James S. Pettis, 81, a lifelong resident of Snug Harbor, died Monday. He was the beloved husband of Ethel (Tefft) Pettis for 61 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Ellen (Pettis) Arnold and the step son of the late Arthur P. Arnold, grandson of the late Clarence and Ellen Thornton. Mr. Pettis, who had...

Richard Suarez

Richard Suarez

Sep 27, 2016

Richard Suarez of Narragansett, died early Tuesday September 27th at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Mary Bouvier. He was the loving father of David Suarez, Marc Suarez, Seth Bouvier and his wife Deb, and Sarah Bouvier. He also leaves his grandchildren Dusten and Nina Hamlin, and Darwin and Huxley Bouvier. He was...

Louis Joseph Deangelis, Sr.

Louis Joseph Deangelis, Sr.

Sep 26, 2016

- Louis J. De Angelis, Sr. passed away peacefully Monday Evening September 26, 2016 after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends. Louis was a resident of Narragansett, RI and had wintered in Ft Myers, Florida since 1985. He was the husband of the late Jean M. De Angelis. They were married for over...

Joseph T. Laffey

Joseph T. Laffey

Sep 26, 2016

Joseph T. Laffey, 93, of South Kingstown, passed away peacefully, September 26th , at South County Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Mary Geraghty Laffey who passed away in May of 1999. Born in South Kingstown, he was the son of the late Thomas and Hannah (Donoghue) Laffey. He is survived by eight of his...

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