DiDONATO, ANNA L. (DESIMONE) 88, wife of the late Ralph E. DiDonato, died on Monday, February 18th at Cortland Place, Greenville. She was born on July 19, 1924, in Providence. Lifelong resident of North Providence, they had been married for 50 years. Anna was the daughter of the late Anthony and Gabriella (Marotto) Desimone. She had been a supervisor for Femic, Inc., a local jewelry manufacturer, for many years, retiring in 1981. She was the mother of three sons, Ralph A. (Cynthia) DiDonato of North Providence, Richard J. (Maryann) DiDonato of North Providence and Ronald D. (Judy) DiDonato of Ashfield, Massachusetts. She leaves six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her beloved grandson, Cole W. DiDonato of Ashfield, Massachusetts. Besides her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she is survived by two sisters, Beatrice Angell (John) of Mapleville and Agnes Grimes of North Providence and many nieces and nephews. She was the sister-in-law of the late Joseph Grimes. In keeping with her wishes, calling hours are respectfully omitted. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday at 10am in St. Augustine Church, 639 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Providence, to which family and friends are invited. Burial will be private. Arrangements by A.A. MARIANI & SON Funeral Home, Providence. www.marianiandson.com
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Richard,
Deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom. May God bless her and your entire family.
Bill Falcone
February 23, 2013
Dear Ronny, Richard and Ralph ~ We're all very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Every so often when I'm in town I'll ride through our old neighborhood and have so many happy memories growing up there next door to your family. I loved your mom and wish I had found out sooner to have made the Mass. We had some lively conversations especially as I grew older and would see her whenever we visited Dad. Your Dad was a great guy too so it's nice to think now they are together again. Miss all of you.
June Dearborn (Goff)
February 23, 2013
Dear Ralph and Cindy,
I was so sorry to read of the loss of your mom. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Joyce Auclair
February 22, 2013
Ralph, Cynthia and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Joey Marsocci
February 22, 2013
Anna was my Mother, Evelyn Barker's roommate at Cortland Place until her passing 10/16/11. I always looked forward to seeing Anna's smiling face and chatting with her when I visited my Mom. My sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mother.
Linda Frizzell Sandwich, Ma.
February 21, 2013
Dear Ralph, Cynthia & family, please accept our sincerest sympathy and prayers for your Mom. May God bless her and your family.
Allan Petteruto
February 20, 2013
Dear Ralph, Richard, Ronnie & Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was a wonderful woman with a wonderful sense of humor. Growing up together with our families as neighbors brings back happy memories to always treasure. She will always be thought of fondly.
Sincerely,
Denise, Vanessa & Nicky
Denise San Martino
February 20, 2013
Dear Ralph, Richard and Ronald, We were saddened to hear of the passing of you mother. Our deepest sympathy to you and your families for your loss. Sincerely, William and Patricia Waddington
February 20, 2013
Dear Richard and family:
It was my deepest pleasure to care for Anna. She truly helped change my life for the better and I was honored to have cared for her over the last couple of years. She was a true angel.
Kim Sawicki CMT
February 20, 2013
Dear Richard & Maryann; I am so saddened by the passing of Anna. I need you to know that I enjoyed every minute that I had taking care of her. She was nothing more than a treasure.
Always,
Lorraine Rusnak
CNA
February 20, 2013
Sincerest condolences on the loss of your mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, mother-in-law. She leaves a great legacy of family who will keep her and her husband's spirit alive. Bless you all on this sad day.
Tony and Connie Ciampanelli
February 20, 2013
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