Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Bristol, RI

Warren A. Brown

Warren A. Brown

Aug 5, 2025

Warren Allen Brown, a proud veteran of the United States Coast Guard (1972-1980) and the United States Army (1980-2002), passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Mary Mello Brown (Gabriela) for 44 years and the loving father of his daughter, Lindsey Brown.

Born...

Domenic Joseph Savino

Domenic Joseph Savino

Jul 26, 2025

Domenic J. Savino, 100, of Bristol passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26, 2025, surrounded by his family at the Rhode Island Veterans Home. He was the husband of the late Catherine “Kitty” (Palumbo).

A lifelong Bristolian, he was the son of the late Joseph and Lucy (Capone) Savino.

In 1944...

David W. Marshall, Sr.

David W. Marshall, Sr.

Jul 25, 2025

David W. Marshall, Sr., 62, of Coventry passed away with his family at his side on Friday, July 25, 2025 at Kent Hospital in Warwick.

Born in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Richard and Agnes (Suchocki) Marshall.

David was a member of the Bristol Fire Department for...

Craig C. Wanamaker

Craig C. Wanamaker

Jul 15, 2025

Craig C. Wanamaker, 58, of Bristol, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday. July 15, 2025.

Born in Nyack, NY, he was the son of Dianne (Albro) Carota and the late Charles Wanamaker.

Craig loved everyone he knew very deeply. He made friends everywhere he went. His biggest accomplishment in...

Joseph J. Scanlan

Joseph J. Scanlan

Jul 4, 2025

Joseph J. “Joe” Scanlan, aged 96, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on the Fourth of July, 2025 in Providence, RI, surrounded by his loving family. For 64 years he was the loving husband of Anne “Robin” (McMahon) Scanlan until her passing in 2021.

Born in Port Washington, New York, Joe was the son...

Gus Sousa

Gus Sousa

Jun 27, 2025

Augustine P. Sousa Jr. “Gus” 75, of Bristol passed away Friday, June 27, 2025. Born and raised in Bristol, of the late Augustine P. Sousa, Sr. and Lauretta V. St. Laurent.

He graduated from Bristol High School in 1967. He enlisted in the Army, despite having deferments and was highly decorated, receiving two bronze stars,...

Jennie Dorothy Dipippo

Jennie Dorothy Dipippo

Jun 26, 2025

Mrs. Jennie D. DiPippo, age 95, died peacefully Thursday, June 26, 2025. Jennie was the devoted wife of Alfred “Al” DiPippo for 47 years until his death in 2004. She was born in Bristol on February 21, 1930, and was the daughter of the late Michele and Maria Antone (Romanelli) Ruggiero. Jennie graduated from Colt Memorial High...

Thomas  F. Augur, Sr.

Thomas F. Augur, Sr.

Jun 23, 2025

Thomas F. Augur, Sr., 83, of East Providence passed away peacefully on Monday, June 23rd, 2025. He was the beloved husband and soulmate of Phyllis (Principe) Augur for the past 35 years before his passing.

Born in New Haven, CT, he was the son of the late Richard and Alberta (French) Augur.

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Vincent F. Geremia, Jr.

Vincent F. Geremia, Jr.

Jun 22, 2025

Geremia, Vincent F., Jr. MD, 88, of Bristol, RI died unexpectedly Sunday, June 22nd. He was the loving husband of Brenda A. Geremia.

Dr. Geremia was born in Providence, RI on June 8th, 1937, a son of the late Vincent F. Geremia and Marie E. (Aschettino) Geremia.

He graduated...

Thomas Michael Godbout

Thomas Michael Godbout

Jun 16, 2025

Thomas Michael Godbout, 18, of Bristol passed away peacefully at Hasbro Children’s Hospital on Monday, June 16, 2025. He was the beloved son of Peter and Jill (Pitocchelli) Godbout and big brother to Jack, Elise, and Penelope.

Thomas was a proud communicant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. He graduated from Mount...

John M.  Silvia

John M. Silvia

Jun 9, 2025

John M. Silvia, 63, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025 in Woonsocket, RI. He was the beloved son of John and Ann (DiMascio) Silvia.

John worked as an Auto Body Technician for many years. He was also a member of the Warren Portuguese Americans Club.

In addition to his...

Madeline Grimo

Madeline Grimo

Jun 2, 2025

Mrs. Madeline (Botelho) Grimo, age 90 of Bristol, died unexpectedly on Monday, June 2, 2025 at Newport Hospital. She was the wife of the late Peter A. Grimo, who preceded her in death in January 1984.

Born in Bristol and a lifelong resident, she was the youngest of eleven children and the last surviving child...

Marjorie (Raiola) Dennis

Marjorie (Raiola) Dennis

Jun 1, 2025

Marjorie C. (Raiola) Dennis, 95, of Bristol, passed away peacefully at her home with her family on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was the loving and devoted wife of the Honorable Judge Anthony J. Dennis for 74 years before her passing.

Born in Warren but raised in Bristol, she was the daughter of the late...

Jerry Vollaro

Jerry Vollaro

May 31, 2025

Jerry Vollaro, 69, of Bristol, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at home on

Saturday, May 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted

husband of Anna (Brewer) Vollaro, with whom he shared 30 years of marriage.

Born in Providence, RI, Jerry was the son of the late Alphonse...

Mary Delores Marshall Bradfield

Mary Delores Marshall Bradfield

May 28, 2025

Mary Delores Marshall Bradfield, 93, of Warren, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. She was the wife of the late John W. Bradfield until his passing in December of 2014.

Born in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of the late Donatilla (Soares) and Frank C. Santos. She was especially proud of being...

Nicholas Michael Conti

Nicholas Michael Conti

May 7, 2025

Nicholas M. Conti, 85, of Bristol passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence with his family at his side. He was the husband of Rose Ann (Cirillo) for 57 years before his passing.

Born in Bristol, he was the son of the late Luigi and Caroline (Maturi)...

Kathleen A. Kalen

Kathleen A. Kalen

May 2, 2025

Kathleen A. (Gauthier) Kalen, a passionate educator who touched countless lives in Bristol RI, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the age of 90, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Barrington, RI, on August 31, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Catherine (Walsh) Gauthier. Bristol held a special significance...

Michael Richard Hans Swanson

Michael Richard Hans Swanson

Apr 29, 2025

Michael Richard Hans Swanson, 84, died peacefully on April 29, 2025, at Dawn Hill Home in Bristol, RI. Born in Minneapolis, MN, on April 20, 1941, to C. Richard and Phoebe (Hagman) Swanson, Mike was Professor Emeritus of Roger Williams University in Bristol. Mike graduated from Minnehaha Academy, North Park College (BA), and Case Western Reserve University (MA and PhD)....

Ann Mary Viera

Ann Mary Viera

Apr 21, 2025

Ann Mary Viera, 58, of Bristol passed away peacefully on Monday, April 21, 2025 after an almost 40 year battle with Lupus. She was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Dorothy Dottie (Saucier) Viera. Born in Providence and raised in Bristol, she was a graduate of Bristol High School class of 1984. She went on to attend the Community...

Mr Joseph R. Silvia Jr

Mr Joseph R. Silvia Jr

Apr 11, 2025

On April 11th, the world lost a true originala beloved husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. Joe was married to the love of his life, Donna, for 54 years, and together they shared a beautiful life with their daughter, Stefanie. He was the brother of the late William "Billy" Silvia, Eileen Botelho and Roger Alves. Joe joined the Marines before meeting...