Peter Storti
Owner/Director
A native of South County, Peter has been dedicated to the funeral industry since 1983. He grew up in Narragansett and is a 1983 graduate of Bishop Hendricken High School. Peter received his degree in Mortuary Science from New England Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in Boston, MA, in 1986. He became a licensed Funeral Director in 1987 and took over ownership of the funeral home in 1991. He has a perfect combination of attention to detail, respect, and a caring touch for all families that he cares for. He lives in South Kingstown. When not working he enjoys the beach, boating, horseback riding and spending time with his family.
Peter Storti
Owner/Director
A native of South County, Peter has been dedicated to the funeral industry since 1983. He grew up in Narragansett and is a 1983 graduate of Bishop Hendricken High School. Peter received his degree in Mortuary Science from New England Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in Boston, MA, in 1986. He became a licensed Funeral Director in 1987 and took over ownership of the funeral home in 1991. He has a perfect combination of attention to detail, respect, and a caring touch for all families that he cares for. He lives in South Kingstown. When not working he enjoys the beach, boating, horseback riding and spending time with his family.
Sierra Rambone
Director
Sierra joined our staff at Avery-Storti, in 2020 and completed her education at the Funeral Insitute of the North East in 2023 earning her Associates Degree in Mortuary Science. With genuine consideration for all, she brings great warmth and compassionate energy to families during their time of loss.
Sierra was born in California where she spent part of her childhood before moving back to her family’s home state of Rhode Island. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends; traveling and working on her art.
Sierra Rambone
Director
Sierra joined our staff at Avery-Storti, in 2020 and completed her education at the Funeral Insitute of the North East in 2023 earning her Associates Degree in Mortuary Science. With genuine consideration for all, she brings great warmth and compassionate energy to families during their time of loss.
Sierra was born in California where she spent part of her childhood before moving back to her family’s home state of Rhode Island. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends; traveling and working on her art.
Joseph Notarantonio
Director
Joe became part of our staff in 2012, he shows compassion, knowledge, and a caring spirit to all families. He is a graduate of Fine Mortuary College in 2005, and has be a licensed funeral director since then. Joe is retired from the North Providence Fire Department and is now not only a funeral director but a Captain of the Union Fire District. He lives in Narragansett with his family and is a member of St. Thomas More Parrish.
Joseph Notarantonio
Director
Joe became part of our staff in 2012, he shows compassion, knowledge, and a caring spirit to all families. He is a graduate of Fine Mortuary College in 2005, and has be a licensed funeral director since then. Joe is retired from the North Providence Fire Department and is now not only a funeral director but a Captain of the Union Fire District. He lives in Narragansett with his family and is a member of St. Thomas More Parrish.
Veronica Houston
Director
Veronica grew up in South Kingstown where she graduated from South Kingstown High School. She continued her education at the Funeral Institute of the North East, recieving her degree in mortuary science in 2008.
Veronica joined the Avery-Storti team in 2021, bringing over 16 years experience as a funeral director. Her compassion and care helps every family create a ceremony or celebration that affords them the oppotunity to remeber their loved one in a way they want to.
Outisde of work Veronica enjoys spending time with her dogs, Josephine and Fester and offering reiki services to both people and pets. She also enjoys hiking and training for road races.
Veronica Houston
Director
Veronica grew up in South Kingstown where she graduated from South Kingstown High School. She continued her education at the Funeral Institute of the North East, recieving her degree in mortuary science in 2008.
Veronica joined the Avery-Storti team in 2021, bringing over 16 years experience as a funeral director. Her compassion and care helps every family create a ceremony or celebration that affords them the oppotunity to remeber their loved one in a way they want to.
Outisde of work Veronica enjoys spending time with her dogs, Josephine and Fester and offering reiki services to both people and pets. She also enjoys hiking and training for road races.
Meg Madonna
Director
Meg joined the Avery-Storti Funeral Home team in early 2026 after relocating to Rhode Island. Her passion for funeral service began in 2010 and led her to pursue a degree in Mortuary Science from Mount Ida College. Upon graduation, she began her career as a funeral director and embalmer, dedicating herself to supporting families through life's most challenging moments.
With a compassionate and caring approach, Meg is committed to serving every family with dignity, respect, and professionalism. She believes that helping others is one of life's greatest purposes and finds deep fulfillment in providing comfort, guidance, and support during times of loss. Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's belief that "the best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others," she strives to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those she serves.
Meg also believes in the power of a positive mindset and often reflects on Henry Ford's philosophy that "whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right." She feels that perseverance, self-confidence, and optimism are powerful forces that foster personal growth and create opportunities throughout life.
Outside of work, Meg enjoys spending time with her honey and their two beloved kitties, Allie and Enzo. She has a passion for travel, exploring new places, discovering local restaurants, and appreciating artwork and murals. Whether she's staying active, enjoying a sunny day, or sipping an iced coffee, she believes in making the most of every moment and embracing new experiences.
Meg is honored to be part of the Avery-Storti team and looks forward to serving families throughout the Rhode Island community.
Meg Madonna
Director
Meg joined the Avery-Storti Funeral Home team in early 2026 after relocating to Rhode Island. Her passion for funeral service began in 2010 and led her to pursue a degree in Mortuary Science from Mount Ida College. Upon graduation, she began her career as a funeral director and embalmer, dedicating herself to supporting families through life's most challenging moments.
With a compassionate and caring approach, Meg is committed to serving every family with dignity, respect, and professionalism. She believes that helping others is one of life's greatest purposes and finds deep fulfillment in providing comfort, guidance, and support during times of loss. Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's belief that "the best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others," she strives to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those she serves.
Meg also believes in the power of a positive mindset and often reflects on Henry Ford's philosophy that "whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right." She feels that perseverance, self-confidence, and optimism are powerful forces that foster personal growth and create opportunities throughout life.
Outside of work, Meg enjoys spending time with her honey and their two beloved kitties, Allie and Enzo. She has a passion for travel, exploring new places, discovering local restaurants, and appreciating artwork and murals. Whether she's staying active, enjoying a sunny day, or sipping an iced coffee, she believes in making the most of every moment and embracing new experiences.
Meg is honored to be part of the Avery-Storti team and looks forward to serving families throughout the Rhode Island community.
Chris Demeule
Director
Chris is a dedicated and experienced licensed funeral director who has spent over 13 years serving families with compassion, professionalism, and respect. He is committed to helping families navigate difficult times while creating meaningful and personalized tributes to their loved ones.
Outside of funeral service, Chris is a passionate musician who enjoys expressing his creativity through music and art. He also enjoys spending time with his better half and shares a special bond with his two beloved cats, who are an important part of his life.
His caring nature, attention to detail, and genuine desire to help others make him a trusted source of comfort and support for the families he serves.
Chris Demeule
Director
Chris is a dedicated and experienced licensed funeral director who has spent over 13 years serving families with compassion, professionalism, and respect. He is committed to helping families navigate difficult times while creating meaningful and personalized tributes to their loved ones.
Outside of funeral service, Chris is a passionate musician who enjoys expressing his creativity through music and art. He also enjoys spending time with his better half and shares a special bond with his two beloved cats, who are an important part of his life.
His caring nature, attention to detail, and genuine desire to help others make him a trusted source of comfort and support for the families he serves.
Shannon McArthur
Pre-Need Director
Shannon is from Coventry, RI and graduated from Bay View Academy in Riverside, RI in 2013. As part of her Bay View experience, she was able to find her love for funeral service with the School to Career Program. With this program, she was able to intern at a local funeral home she met during a field trip with her Death and Dying class. This gave her the opportunity to truly discover what it takes to be a funeral director and embalmer beyond what society sees.
Once she graduated, she continued her education by earning an associate’s degree in Funeral Service from Mount Ida College in 2015, a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Johnson and Wales University in 2017, and her MBA in Supply Chain Management from Bryant University in 2019. While continuing with her higher education, she worked full time as an apprentice and then a funeral director. She is a licensed embalmer, funeral director and life insurance agent in MA and RI who specializes in prearranging funeral services. Shannon joined our team in 2025. She currently resides in Cranston, RI and when not working, she enjoys playing softball and spending time with her family, friends, dog Daisy and cats Binx and Blue.
Shannon McArthur
Pre-Need Director
Shannon is from Coventry, RI and graduated from Bay View Academy in Riverside, RI in 2013. As part of her Bay View experience, she was able to find her love for funeral service with the School to Career Program. With this program, she was able to intern at a local funeral home she met during a field trip with her Death and Dying class. This gave her the opportunity to truly discover what it takes to be a funeral director and embalmer beyond what society sees.
Once she graduated, she continued her education by earning an associate’s degree in Funeral Service from Mount Ida College in 2015, a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Johnson and Wales University in 2017, and her MBA in Supply Chain Management from Bryant University in 2019. While continuing with her higher education, she worked full time as an apprentice and then a funeral director. She is a licensed embalmer, funeral director and life insurance agent in MA and RI who specializes in prearranging funeral services. Shannon joined our team in 2025. She currently resides in Cranston, RI and when not working, she enjoys playing softball and spending time with her family, friends, dog Daisy and cats Binx and Blue.
