News Summary
The Providence community is grieving the recent loss of several residents, including Louise A. Piccirilli, Barbara Graziano, and others. Funerals and memorials are planned to honor their lives and contributions. The shared stories and memories reflect the strong connections within the community, as families and friends gather to celebrate the lives of those who have passed.
Providence, RI – The community is mourning the loss of several residents who have recently passed away, with multiple obituaries published this week honoring their lives and contributions. Among them, Louise A. (DeCorpe) Piccirilli, 92, who died on October 13, 2025, will be remembered with a visitation and a Mass of Christian Burial.
Louise A. Piccirilli
Louise A. (DeCorpe) Piccirilli passed away on October 13, 2025. A visitation will take place on Friday, October 16, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Pontarelli-Marino Home located at 971 Branch Ave., Providence. Following the visitation, a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM at St. Ann Church, situated at 280 Hawkins St., Providence. She will be laid to rest in St. Ann Cemetery in Cranston. For further details, her complete obituary can be accessed at www.pontarellimarinofunerals.com.
Douglas Ave. Resident
A 78-year-old resident from Douglas Ave., Providence, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025. He is fondly remembered as the devoted son of the late Kachig and Diruhi (Torkomian) Garabedian. He is survived by his cherished sister, Sofie Garabedian, along with his longtime companion, June Kevorkian. For more information, the complete obituary and online condolences can be found at NardolilloFH.com.
Barbara Graziano
Barbara Graziano, whose life was marked by dedication and community involvement, was born to the late John “Ernie” Vigneau and Blanche (Neveu) Vigneau. She worked as a Tax Clerk for the City of Providence for over 25 years before retiring. Known for her vibrant spirit, she was an active member of the Sons of Italy and the Women’s Little League. Barbara is remembered as the loving mother of Robert A. Graziano, Jr., Michael J. Graziano, Stephen J. Graziano, Paul Graziano, and Deborah Capoverdi. Additionally, she was the proud grandmother to 12 and great-grandmother to 8. Barbara’s siblings include Patricia Williams and the late Robert Vigneau, and she was a companion to Richard Vallante. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM at St. Robert Bellarmine Church, located at 1804 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, with burial following at Highland Memorial Park Cemetery, Johnston. Donations in Barbara’s memory may be directed to the St. Robert Bellarmine Food Shelf.
Lianne M. Themuda
Lianne M. (Bunn) Themuda, aged 66, passed away on October 11, 2025. More details and an online condolence page are available at NardolilloFH.com.
Linda A. Duarte
Linda A. (Ventetuolo) Duarte, 78, also passed away on October 12, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Theresa (DelFino) Scungio and John A. Ventetuolo, Sr. Linda is remembered as the beloved mother of Bartholomew J. Duarte, III, and was predeceased by her brother, John A. Ventetuolo, Jr. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Pontarelli-Marino Home, followed by a service at 11:00 AM. Her burial will be private. Further information about her life can be found in her complete obituary at www.pontarellimarinofunerals.com.
Community Impact
The recent announcements of these obituaries serve as a reminder of the rich tapestry of lives that contribute to the Providence community. Families, friends, and neighbors continue to gather to honor those who have passed, reflecting a strong sense of connection and shared memories within the community.
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Additional Resources
- Providence Journal: Louise A. Piccirilli Obituary
- Dignity Memorial: Barbara Graziano Obituary
- Providence Journal: Douglas Ave. Resident Obituary
- Providence Journal: Lianne M. Themuda Obituary
- Providence Journal: Linda A. Duarte Obituary
- Wikipedia: Providence, Rhode Island
- Google Search: Obituaries in Providence RI
- Google Scholar: Impact of Obituaries on Community
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Obituary
- Google News: Providence RI Obituaries
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