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James Martino Obituary
Born in Cranston, he was a son of the late Stefano and Maryann (Tanzi) Martino.
Mr. Martino worked for the U.S. Government as a Federal Police Officer stationed at the Federal Building in Providence for 30 years. He previously worked for Army Map Services of West Warwick. He was an Army Air Force veteran of WW-II. Sgt. Martino was one of only four of eleven crew members to survive a jump over German Territory where he had the assistance of the Partisans 'Boys, only 14 years old equipped with grenades, rifles, knives and uniforms taken from the Germans' to escape to a British mission after a three night four day hike. He received an Air Medal with three Oak Leaf clusters and a Purple Heart; his group received three Presidential citations.
Besides his wife he is survived by one son: James J. Martino Jr. of Cranston and one daughter: Carol D'Arezzo of Cranston, Grandfather of Stephen, Kristen, Philip and Michael, Great Grandfather of Lola. Brother of Rose Adamo of Glocester.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday at 10:00am in St. Mary's Church, Cranston Street, Cranston. Burial, with military honors, will be in St. Ann's Cemetery, Cranston. VISITING HOURS are respectfully omitted. Visit www.nardolillo.com for more information and online condolences.
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Father John J. Rainone
July 15, 2008
Dear Rosie,Jim and Carol
My deepest and most sincere condolences at this most trying time with the loss of Jimmy, your husband and father and grandfather. I was away at the time of his death and just recently found out about his death.You and your family were always so supportive and affirming when I was a young priest at St.Mary's. I remember you and your family so fondly. You will be in my prayers.
Love,
Fr.John
Rev. Raymond Bastia
July 13, 2008
Rose and Family,
I was very sorry to learn of Jimmy's passing. He was a good man. Please be assured of my symapthy and my prayers for him, and for all of you. I will remember his soul at Mass.
Father Ray Bastia
Tammy & Frank Miccoli
July 9, 2008
Carol, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. May he rest in peace . And may God give you & your family strength to get through this very hard time .
Marie Iannitti
July 9, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss ... Your Dad was a great man . God bless him & may he rest in peace .
Luci Parent
July 9, 2008
Carol, My sympathy goes out to your Family & you . May he rest in peace .
Larrry & Lana Parent
July 9, 2008
Sorry for the loss of your Father .. He will be missed....
Bernadette Parent
July 9, 2008
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Carol & family . Poppie was a wonderful man , He will be greatly missed and I will always love him.
patty- D&H auto
July 9, 2008
my deepest sympathys to you steven and your family.
john difusco
July 8, 2008
Joe.
It has many many years since we have seen each other, I guess about 20 years when I visited R.I.I think of all the fun we had when were were young and wild.just a little bit.So,until we meet again fly high.
John Di Fusco [Fuzzy]
Tucson,Az.
Diane Howell
July 8, 2008
My name is Diane and I had the privelidge to see Jim and Rosie almost every day for over ten years.I found Jim to be a wonderful person and loving husband.I was their waitress at Hometown Buffett. All of of who work days knew them well and even other customers. I send my deepest regrets for your loss, as I am not even family and feel the loss of a very good human being.We at hometown will remember him well.I feel he is happy now because he can be with his beloved wife all the time now and watch over her. God Bless and keep you in this time of sorrow.
Erika & Mike Plante/D'arezzo
July 8, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Lorraine Borrelli
July 8, 2008
Dear Carol
I was so saddened to hear about your dad's passing. I remember him as a wonderful man, father and husband and grandfather. My deepest condolences are with you and your family at this very sad time.
A long time friend
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