All Obituaries

Ethel E. D’Amelio (Feole), 94, of Cranston, passed away peacefully Friday, April 9, 2021 at Hope Health Hospice, Providence. Ethel was the wife of the late John Anthony D’Amelio. She was the daughter of the late Costantino and Ida (Santantonio) Feole. Ethel was a teacher assistant working in the Providence school system before retiring 30 years ago. She was a graduate of Central High School, Providence and a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Church. A beloved mother and...

Joseph John Simon, 69. passed away at Rhode Island Hospital after a brief illness on Tuesday, April 6. He was the son of the late Fred and Eva Simon. Born in Providence, he is survived by his twin sister, Mary Simon of Providence and brother Fred Simon, Jr., (sister-in-law Angela), of Lincoln. He was the fiancé of Theodora Barkett and the Uncle to Joseph M. and Michael J. Simon. He was a communicant of St. George Maronite Catholic Church. Relatives and friends are invited to a...

Kenneth J. “Kenny” Matarese, 57 of, Cranston, passed away unexpectedly, April 6, 2021 at home. Born in Providence, the beloved son of the late Vito and Mary (Manzo) Matarese. Kenny received his bachelor’s degree from CCRI College. He was the President and CEO of Matarese Towing Company before retiring. He was the beloved brother of Janet M. Thibault, Vito Matarese and his wife Sheila, Fred Matarese and the late Diane Matarese. Brother in-law of Cynthia Matarese and the...

SARZA ANGELA (Stravato) 81, of Cranston, passed away peacefully, March 31, 2021 at Bethany Home, Providence. She was the beloved wife of John Sarza for 57 years. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Walter and Concetta (Petraca) Stravato. Angela was a secretary for various companies before retiring. She was the beloved mother of Paul Sarza and his wife Lora Lee, Peter Sarza and his wife Sandra Lee, Mark Sarza and his former wife Elizabeth and Michael Sarza and his wife Christine. Loving...

Claire B. Corallino, 100, formerly of Cranston and Cape Cod, peacefully departed this life on  March 31, 2021 at the Village at Waterman Lake. She had her eyelashes on! There will be a Mass of Christian Burial and celebration of life at a later date when it is safer to gather. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Claire’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. To share memories and condolences please visit WoodlawnGattone.com

Adam O’Leary, 43 of Wyoming, R.I. passed away March 28, 2021 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, Providence. Born in Providence, the beloved son of Maureen G. (Thibodeau) Taylor and the late Charles O’Leary. Stepson of Ralph W. Taylor. Brother of Charles O’Leary, Jason O’Leary, Ralph Taylor, Elijah Taylor, Bethany Taylor and the late Joy OLeary. His funeral service will be held on Thursday April 1, 2021 at 10 a.m. in ‘’WOODLAWN’’...

Albert Joseph Iovino, 61 passed away Thursday, March 25, 2021 due to COVID-19. He was the loving husband of Alicia B. (Varga) Iovino for over 38 years. Son of the late Albert and Alice V.  (Lombardi) Iovino. Al was the loving Father of Michael J. Iovino and wife Jennifer (Keogh) Iovino. Brother of Janice L. Ash, husband David. Uncle of Kristen Ash, Alexander, Jared wife Brandi Felice. Grandfather of Isabelle Vincenza Iovino born March 27, 2021. Al also leaves his beloved dog...

Lena Sampietro, 93,  of Cranston passed away Thursday March 25, 2021 at Greenville Skilled Care and Rehabilitation. Born in Montreal, Canada, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Madeine (Romanelli) Martellini. She was the wife of the late Joseph Sampietro. Mrs. Sampietro was a Teacher’s Aid for the City of Cranston for 20 years, before retiring. She was an avid tennis player until age 83, bowler until age 87 and won many championships. She enjoyed playing cards with her...

Kevin John Buchanan, 70, passed away Thursday March 25, 2021 at Rhode Island Hospital.  He was the beloved husband of Karen Ann (Riley) Buchanan. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late John and Mary (O’Rourke) Buchanan.   Kevin was a lithographer before retiring. He loved socializing with his family, friends and neighbors. Kevin was fiercely proud of his four nephews, David, Ian, Colin and Nolan. He was an avid golfer and loved his New England...

Joseph Theodore Mazur 71, of Mapleville passed away Monday March 22, 2021 after suffering a heart attack. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Walter and Gabrielle (Michaud) Mazur. Joseph was a retired firefighter for the City of Providence after 20 years of service and was a Vietnam War Navy Veteran, serving 4 years. He is survived by his brother Stephen Mazur and wife Sue, his sister Diane Marie Paliotta and husband Robert and sister-in-law Sue Mazur, wife of the late Walter...