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(MIGNANELLI),
54, a lifelong Cranston resident, passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2010 at Rhode Island, Hospital, Providence. She was the beloved wife of thirty-one years to Charles M. Brown. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the
late Emanuele "Manny" and Mary L. (Dinonsie) Mignanelli. Maria-Lisa was a Special Assistant for the Rhode
Island Airport Corporation. She was formerly employed by the State of RI DEM, and the City of Cranston. Maria-Lisa was a graduate of The Prout School, Class of 1974 and St. Mary's College, Notre Dame in 1978. She was inducted into the Prout Hall of Fame in 2009 and awarded the Volunteer Service Award.
Besides her husband she is survived by her loving daughter Marisa A. Brown of Cranston. Maria-Lisa was a cherished sister, daughter-in-law, sister-in-law, niece, aunt, godmother, and friend. She also leaves her loving pet Aurora. Funeral from the
NARDOLILLO FUNERAL
HOME, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston on Monday at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Cranston Street, Cranston.
Entombment will be in Highland Memorial Park Mausoleum, Johnston. VISITING HOURS Sunday 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Prout School, Maria-Lisa Brown Scholarship Fund, 4640 Tower Hill Road, Wakefield, RI 02879-2277. Visit
www.nardolillo.com for information and online condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
for Maria-Lisa Brown
Sally Johnson Tiessen
October 30, 2010
I have known Maria for 35 years and cannot imagine our SMC girls without her. I am so very deeply sorry for your loss, Charlie and Marisa, you are in our thoughts and our prayers.
October 30, 2010
Dear Charlie and Marisa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Her Saint Mary’s college family is deeply saddened to hear of her passing. Maria was a special lady, she was my college roommate for 2 years and I loved her dearly. The Saint Mary's girls reconnected in Chicago at our group 50th Birthday celebration and Maria made sure we all stayed in touch since. She so enjoyed that trip and wanted to be sure that we planned subsequent birthday events. Oh how she loved Facebook…and most of us are not as good at it. Leave it to Maria to try to keep us all connected. She had such an amazing joyful spirit about her and a love for her family and friends. She will be deeply missed and always remembered with love and affection. God bless you all.
Susan Margiotta Salem
October 30, 2010
Dear Charlie and Marisa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Maria's Saint Mary’s college family is deeply saddened to hear of her passing. Maria was a special lady, she was my college roommate for 2 years and I loved her dearly. The Saint Mary's girls reconnected in Chicago at our group 50th Birthday celebration and Maria made sure we all stayed in touch since. She so enjoyed that trip and wanted to be sure that we planned subsequent birthday events. Oh how she loved Facebook…and most of us are not as good at it. Leave it to Maria to try to keep us all connected. She had such an amazing joyful spirit and a passionate love for her family and friends. She will be deeply missed and always remembered with love and affection. God Bless You all.
Karen Gesualdi
October 25, 2010
Dear Charlie and Marisa,
I just don't know what to say. The news of Maria-Lisa's passing has just stunned me. Maria-Lisa and I were the best of friends when we were young girls. We met in the second grade at St. Mary's, Bay View and have remained friends over the years. I have looked forward to your Christmas card every year and have enjoyed watching Marisa grow into such a lovely young lady. Our parents, who have all now passed, were very friendly, too. My dad and Mr. Mignanelli were old musician buddies. Maybe we did not see eachother as often as we would have liked, but you see,a true friendship is really forever. She has always been in my thoughts and will remain in my prayers, as will both of you. My condolences to Tom and John, too. I have such lovely memories of the whole family. We were all blessed to have had Maria-Lisa in our lives.
Love and prayers,
Karen (Fusco) Gesualdi
Lori Reeves
October 25, 2010
To Charles, Marisa and Mary Beth: Maria-Lisa was an exceptional person with a kind and generous spirit. I remember her well from Prout, and I enjoyed reconnecting with her on "facebook." My sincere condolences. Lori Reeves
Bill & Su Ann Butler
October 25, 2010
Charlie, Marissa & all our Brown cousins,
We so very saddened to learn of Maria-Lisa's passing last week. In the past year or so we had re-connected via Facebook and it was wonderful to reconnect with our Rhode Island cousins. Of course we had never completely lost touch as we had contiued to exchange Christmas cards over the years. Maria-Lisa had been loved by all who knew her and there is doubt that she has arrived at her rightful place in heaven. Hold all the great memories of Maria-Lisa close in your hearts and find comfort through each other. May she rest in peace.
Patti Fountain
October 23, 2010
To Charlie and Marisa,
Maria was a great friend with an infectious smile and wonderful spirit! A great HS friend who brought the class of '74 together. My most heartfelt sympathies to you.
Sandra Actis
October 23, 2010
I worked with Maria at RIDOT, she was a great lady and a wonderful friend. I will truly never forget her friendship and will pray for all of you. Sandra Actis
Ruth Butler-Demarco
October 23, 2010
Charlie & Marisa and the rest of the Brown Family. I was very saddened to read and hear of Maria passing, it took my breathe away for a second. When I found Maria on facebook she was so happy to hear from me after all this year's as was I happy to hear from her and to know all was good. Charlie, she told me you where also happy to hear that we where in touch.Charlie, did you know that my mom always had a special place in her heart for you. And for Marisa, I can feel her pain,lose,and sorrow, I lost my dad at the age of 20 and mom at 38. The pain is so real and hurts so for Marisa, try to stay strong and by Dad you both need each other more now then ever. Again Charlie, my prayers and thoughts are with you and I will keep you in my prayers. Just think Maria is and ANGEL,but now watching from above over you & Marisa. LOVE TO YOU ALL , Cousin Ruth Butler-Demarco
Robin Hickey
October 23, 2010
Charlie and Marisa,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. God Bless you both.
Love Robin, Bill and boys.
October 23, 2010
Charlie and Marisa,
We were so sad to hear about Maria-Lisa's passing. We wish we could be with you, but know you are in our prayers and thoughts at this diffcult time. She was a lovely lady- may your love and memories of her give you peace.
Love,Uncle George & Aunt Karen
North Port, Fl
Judi Castellone
October 23, 2010
To the family of Maria-Lisa, although I did not know her for very long as she was my Avon Lady, I would like to express my sincere sympathies to each and everyone of you on your loss. Maria was a very kind and caring person. May God give you strength to carry on during this sorrowful time. God Bless each of you.
trisha pezza
October 23, 2010
Maria-Lisa, you will be forever missed. You are a wonderful cousin and have made many people extremely happy... We are extremely blessed to have known you. This is not a good bye, but a see you later. Until our paths meet again, you will will always be in my heart and in my prayers. We love you...Your Cousins, Trish and Jacque..
Trisha Pezza
October 23, 2010
Maria-Lisa, you will be forever missed. You are a wonderful cousin and have made many people extremely happy... We are extremely blessed to have known you. This is not a good bye, but a see you later. Until our paths meet again, you will always be in our hearts and in our prayers. We love you...Your Cousins, Trish and Jacque..
Linda Cullen-Fry
October 23, 2010
to a great friend,classmate and sweet lady,you will be missed.RIP.
Frank Cotter
October 23, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nancy Hersey
October 23, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
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