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Joseph Fortunati Obituary

FORTUNATI, JOSEPH "FORTE" 91, passed away on August 26, 2014. He was the beloved husband of Doris (Benoit) Fortunati for over 53 years and son of the late Fabio and Annunziata (DeSantis) Fortunati. Joseph was the owner of the Shoe Horn on Mineral Spring Avenue in North Providence. He was a member of the American Guild of Variety Artists Musicians. Besides his dear wife, he is survived by his son, David Whitlock and his wife, Doe, two granddaughters, five great grandchildren, a brother, Albert Fortunati, and a sister, Mary Ranallo. He was the brother of the late Catherine Christopher, Rose Boissee, Phillip and Robert Fortunati. Calling hours Thursday, 5:00 8:00 PM in the A. A. MARIANI & SON Funeral Home, 200 Hawkins St. Providence. Funeral Friday at 8 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 AM in The Church of the Presentation, 1081 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket. MARIANIANDSON.COM

Published by The Providence Journal on Aug. 27, 2014.
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I WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND MY CONDOLENCES TO JOE'S BROTHER AND NIECE - I WILL MISS SEEING JOE EVERYDAY AS I DID AT HERITAGE HILLS AND MISS HIM PLAYING THE PIANO FOR US.

DEBRA NASTARI

September 3, 2014

To the family of Mr. Fortunati,
My mom used to take me and my sisters to the Shoe Horn for years. Not fond of the school shoes, but loved my Keds sneakers. They were always fitted with care. I am sorry for your loss, and pray that you find peace in knowing of his love for all of you.
God Bless

Deborah Imondi

September 2, 2014

sarah whitlock

August 28, 2014

We will miss you everyday.
You were the best grandfather i could ever ask for.

sarah whitlock

August 28, 2014

Please accept out deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one.

My mom and he grew up in the same town.

In deepest sympathy

Elena Barone
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August 27, 2014

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