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Patricia I. Ranaldi, aged 89, of Johnston passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth. Known as ‘Auntie Pat’, she cherished her family and community. Funeral services are scheduled, providing an opportunity for friends and family to pay their respects. Patricia’s contributions to her community and family will be fondly remembered.
Johnston, Rhode Island – Patricia I. (Votta) Ranaldi, a beloved matriarch and a lifelong resident of Johnston, passed away at the age of 89 on September 2, 2025. She was well-loved by family, friends, and the local community, having made significant contributions to both her family and her neighborhood.
Patricia was the widow of the late Joseph T. Ranaldi and was born in Providence, Rhode Island. She was the daughter of the deceased Ernest and Mary (Sisco) Votta. Throughout her life, Patricia was a dedicated worker; she spent many years employed by the former Old Stone Bank before eventually retiring. Outside of her professional life, she was known for her passion for travel, a love of reading, and her joyful days spent at Bonnet Shores.
Family was at the core of Patricia’s existence. Known affectionately as “Auntie Pat,” her home served as a welcoming haven for relatives, friends, and neighbors alike. She is survived by her two beloved daughters, Jo-Ann Newman and her husband William, and Judy Ranaldi. Patricia was a proud grandmother, doting on her grandchildren, Vanessa McDermot and her husband Anthony, and Matthew Newman and his husband Joseph Rybak, as well as her great-grandchildren, Liliana and Macie.
Patricia also had a cherished sister-in-law, Linda Votta, and was the sister of the late Ernest Votta. Her family and friends will remember her for her kindness, warmth, and unwavering love.
Funeral Arrangements
The funeral services for Patricia Ranaldi are scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2025. The service will begin at 8:45 AM at the Pontarelli-Marino Funeral Home located in Providence. Following this, a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Grace Church, situated at 15 George Waterman Road in Johnston. Patricia will then be laid to rest at St. Ann Cemetery.
Visitation and Memorial Contributions
Friends and loved ones can pay their respects during the visitation on Monday, September 8, 2025, from 4 PM to 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Patricia’s memory may consider making donations to the Our Lady of Grace Memorial Fund at 4 Lafayette Street, Johnston, RI 02919 or to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital through their website. Online condolences can be expressed at the Pontarelli-Marino Funeral Home’s website.
A Legacy of Love
Patricia Ranaldi leaves behind a legacy of love and caring that deeply touched those around her. She will be fondly remembered not just by her close family but also by the many friends she made throughout her life. Her warmth and open-door policy to family and friends truly epitomized the spirit of community and compassion.
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- Legacy: Carole Johnston Obituary
- Wikipedia: Johnston, Rhode Island
- Bradshaw Funeral: Daniel Johnston Obituary
- Google Search: Patricia I. (Votta) Ranaldi
- Wade Family Funeral Home: Russell Marvin Johnston
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Johnston
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