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Anthony Hill Obituary
Anthony, a lifelong resident of West Warwick, was the former owner of Anthony's Italia Cucina Restaurant in Johnston and Anthony's Welcome Cafe in Providence.
Anthony's life passion was being with his family & friends, golfing, & boating. He was the brother of Helen M. Arlia of West Warwick, and Robert (and Debra) Hill of S.C. Uncle of Kelly Arlia; and companion of Maureen Curran.
His Funeral Service will be Saturday at 9am in the R.A. IANNOTTI Funeral Home, 415 Washington St., (Rte.117), Coventry. Burial will be private. Visiting hours Friday (TODAY) 5-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Make A Wish, 757 Park Ave., Cranston, RI 02910 will be appreciated. www.Iannottifh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Hill
Marie McFarland "Pinelli"
December 6, 2022
Still have a huge void where my good friend was. His was a wonderfully kind and generous man. I will never forget him. Sincerely, Marie Mcfarland "Pinelli"
Stacey Joyce Exum
January 9, 2009
Helen & Kelly:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am also so sad to hear of Anthony's passing. I haven't been in RI in so long and am so sorry to have missed celebrating his life. Anthony always welcomed me with open arms and was a delightful man. My thoughts are with you.
Marie Pinelli
January 9, 2009
To Helen, Kelly and family: I hardly know where to begin. As you know, I am "out of the loop" and just found out this a.m. about Anthony. My deepest, deepest sympathies for the loss of an incredibly special man and someone you know meant so very much to me, together with my most sincere apologies for having missed this service. There is a hole in my heart where that warm smile and always welcoming face will always be. Those who knew him are suffering a great loss and someone whose life most certainly touched anyone who knew him. Since I just found out today, I will be mourning his loss for quite some time. With my deepest love and prayers, Marie (Pinelli) McFarland
Jane (Matheson) Romanelli
January 6, 2009
Dear Helen - I am so sorry to hear about Anthony. I only found out yesterday, 1/5/09. I can't believe it. Your brother was a wonderful man. I had known him for many years. He made me feel so comfortable every time I came into the restaurant either by myself or with friends. He will be truly missed by so many people.
Cynthia Mello
January 4, 2009
Bobby & Helen
I recently heard of the passing of Anthony. My thoughts are with you.
Amanda Macaruso
December 29, 2008
Dear Helen and Kelly,
I am so sorry about Anthony, I can not believe I will never see him again. I found out on Christmas Day night that he had passed. I love him so much he was like a dad to me and I will always keep him in my heart and thoughts. Anthony taught me so much and gave me so much good advice. I am sorry, for the loss but you know Anthony and his spirit will live on and be with us forever. I love you Anthony.
Judy Abate
December 23, 2008
Helen
Please call contact me~
Judy
MOC R.I.H. LAB
December 23, 2008
Helen,
We last seen Anthony on 12/8/08, his hugs, kisses and smile will be with us forever. We can not believe we wont see him again. We are all still in shock. Anthony will always be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.
From All the Girls in the MOC lab at RIH
Joanmarie O'Neill Almond
December 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Judi Lombardi
December 18, 2008
Dearest Helen & Family,
Words cannot express the sadness that hit me upon hearing the news of Anthony's passing. I have known Ant forever, and I will always remember his big smile and great personality! Ant got me my first job at Mama Chello's, introduced me to the finest people, and throughout the years I have never forgotten his kindness and generosity towards myself and others. May a thousand Angels guide you and those you love through this difficult time, and may his smile shine upon you forever.
Sincerely, Judi xoxo
Anthony Ambrosino
December 18, 2008
I"m sorry for the loss of your brother. My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Anthony will sadly be missed.
Alice Pisano
December 17, 2008
Helen,I am in shock, I heard today Wed. the17th, I am truly sorry for your loss, Everybodys loss .Your brother as you know left a mark everywhere he went. I can't believe I won't see him again. If anyone fullfilled his purpose in life it was Ant. He made everyone feel special.You were so blessed to have each other. Know that you and your daughter will be in my prayers. Alice
Doreen Forrest
December 16, 2008
Helen and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort in this time of sorrow.
A former bartender
Raymond Harrison
December 16, 2008
With deepest sympathy to Anthony's family and fond memories of my friend who had the quickest smile, keenest wit and warmest heart.
Renee White
December 15, 2008
we are all very sorry, love always, renee rhonda and uncle faust
SANDRA CANIGLIA
December 15, 2008
Helen, Kelly and Robert.....
My heart goes out to all of you in this very sad time and in the upcoming holidays. I am so sorry to hear of Anthony's passing....I did not find out until Sunday and my heart is aching for you all. Anthony was a GREAT brother, Uncle and great friend ....I knew Anthony for 30 years and I will never forget him and his beautiful smile whenever the girls went into the restaurant he always went out of his way and was always so kind and generous to us....he was the perfect host.....he lit up a room when he walked in! We have most certainly lost a person way too early in his life ....
Anthony .....until we meet again I will always remember your great big smile and hugs when we (Patti, Deb and I) came in to see you! You were one of a kind and left us way too early. My heartfelt sympathies to all his family and friends....he will be sadly missed by all who knew him.My prayers and thoughts are with you! Love, Sandra
Keith R Noel
December 15, 2008
I just found out that my favorite cousin has left us. I can only wish that I was informed prior to Friday, so that I could have made it to the viewing. You have no idea how much Anthony meant to me. I loved him so much, and the fact that I did not get to see him often was that we both worked in the same business. Me being a Chef, working long hours and loving every minute of it, as well as Anthony, working every minute to satisfy everyone that came into his restaurant, and or his home. I will miss him greatly, and it is bearing hard on my heart, for my father died just two weeks prior to Anthony... So again I am sorry for your loss as well as mine.
Keith R Noel
Dr.Nancy Waterman
December 15, 2008
I am sorry for the loss of your brother. A truly wonderful man who will never be forgotten. I regret that I was out of town and unable to attend the services.
Sincerely, Nancy
John Palma
December 15, 2008
To the Hill Family
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time. Anthony was a wonderful man with a big heart. We had great times at the restarant. He will always be remembered.
GOD BLESS (THE PALMA FAMILY)
Deanna Velletri
December 15, 2008
Our deepest condolences. Anthony was a wonderful person.
The Velletri Family (Deanna, Joey, Theresa)
Chris Fascione
December 14, 2008
Our Angels smile down at us ~
Keep your heads to the sky.
l'amore sempre
Pat Almonte-Hannagan
December 14, 2008
I am so sorry for the sudden loss of your dear brother and uncle, my prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Gail Pilkington
December 14, 2008
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow.
The Pilkington Family
Ray & Martha Stravato
December 14, 2008
To my dear friend Robert and Helen, our prays and thoughts are with both of you. Anthony was a fun loving and always smiling happy person. I'm sure he is cooking up a storm in heven for the big man.
Ray & Martha Stravato
Kevin & Julie Lynch
December 13, 2008
Helen, Kevin and I where so sorry to hear about the passing of Anthony. We just found out today and wish we could have been there for you last night. We considered him a dear friend. You are in our prayers during this tough time.
December 13, 2008
To the Hill family,
We are sorry for your loss. He was a great guy, full of laughs. Nursing Staff, Rhode Island Hospital, 5ISC
Laurie Wilkerson
December 13, 2008
Dear Robert,Helen and family,
My Prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.Anthony will always be remembered by His smile and genorosity to all, I am sure. May you all have a peace that only God can give you each.
Laurie
BILL & CAROL TACELLI
December 13, 2008
Dear Helen:
We were so sadden to hear of the passing of Anthony. We found out Friday evening. You and your brother were so nice to both of us. At times like this the right words seem so difficult to say. Keep the wonderful memories your have of him close to your heart. You are in our thought and prayers.
Love,
Bill & Carol Tacelli
kevin noel
December 13, 2008
Helen And Kelly,
I still can't believe anthony is gone.. as i tried to sleep last night i had all fond memories of anthony... i remember when anthony and cynthia picked keith and i up and took us to the drive-in movies and the time they bought us our 1st pet hamsters.... he was such a great guy with that huge smile of his... when he hired me as a bartender he told me i'm going to make you the best bartender in the world... not only did he keep his promise but made me a better person just knowing him... He had such a big heart and i will truly miss him... i am so sorry for your loss.
Harold Miller
December 13, 2008
Dear Helen & Robert:
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Anthony. He was my my good friend,and we had many good times together. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Sincerely,
Harry Miller
Judy Abate
December 12, 2008
Dear Helen & family
My deepest sympathy to all of you at this time, I remember Anthony well especially when he was taking care of "Lucy",how he loved all of you~Helen you were his angel in life~~
May he rest in peace~
Judy Violante Abate
Sandy (Sam) Sullo
December 12, 2008
Robert, Helen & Kelly,
It was an honor to know Anthony. His smile and love of life will always be a great memory for me. I am very saddened but know Anthony lived a great life and his many friends are testimony to that. From the days at the Welcome till recently, I'll will always remember his love of live and sincere kindness. There is no one like him, nor will there ever be.
Blessings to you,
Sam
Steven & Joyce Petrarca
December 12, 2008
Nancy and Family,
Losing someone you love is always difficult, but to lose such a strong personality shortly before Christmas only makes the hurt that much greater.
A trip to Rhode Island was never complete until we made a pilgrimage to Anthony's restaurant. He created such a warm and fun environment, it was just something that had to be accomplished; no matter what the season. He always made such a point to come out of the kitchen and give his hearty hugs and welcoming words. He always insisted on sending over a special dish he would create "just for us" that wasn't on the menu. His wonderful personality will sadly be missed.
Our deepest and most sincere sympathy.
kevin noel
December 12, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear about anthony's passing... it has been a tough couple of weeks with my father passing away november 16th as well... i am very sorry for your loss helen and kelly... my prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Wendy Moricas
December 12, 2008
Helen,
I'm so sorry . Anthony was a sweet sweet man.I loved "Anthony's to eat" He was so nice. Years back my Mom told me we were related. My Mom is "Uncle Faust's neice" He married her Mom's sister. Auntie Stella. My Mom is Louise (Petrangelo"
Take care. Lot's of love,
Wendy
Carol Parrillo
December 12, 2008
Dear Helen and Family,
My deepest sympathy for you and your family. Anthony will truly be missed. He was a wonderful person and friend to many people.
With love and blessings,
Carol Parrillo
Michelle Davis
December 12, 2008
My condolences to the family,
Anthony was so nice to me and my family. I don't even know how we got to know him, but he will be remembered and missed. If it was not for his kindness and generosity, my life would have been less memorable.
Love you Anthony!
Michelle
LYNDA LABBADIA
December 12, 2008
TO HELEN & FAMILY
WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT ANTHONY. OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. ALL WE HAVE NOW ARE THE MEMORIES OF THE GOOD TIMES THAT WE HAD TOGETHER. YOU NOW HAVE THAT SPECIAL ANGEL ALWAYS WATCHING OVER ALL OF YOU JUST AS WE DO.
LOVE,
LYNDA LABBADIA & FAMILY
Donald DiMartino
December 12, 2008
Helen and Robert, I am so sorry. I always enjoyed your brother when I would visit Rhode Island. He always made me feel welcome, special and had such a soothing and loving personality. I remember the time when he took my family to his restaurant for dinner and Helen was there, we had such a great time remembering all of the good times with Aunty Lucy and as children growing up. I was hopeing to see you all there at grandma Stella's funneral, but you were out of town; missed you. Keep in touch with me. Love you all, Cousin Donald Jr.
Linda Tramontano
December 12, 2008
Too the Hill family, I had the pleasure of knowing Anthony,he was a pleasure too no and love he will be missed bye many, many friends and of course family it was a pleasure too know him Helen,and too of been able too look at his always smiling face.
Lisa DiRaimo
December 12, 2008
Helen, Robert and Kelly,
I am so sorry about the loss of Anthony. I have many great memories: taking me to Boston on the truck to buy school clothes, taking me to pick out my first car, holiday dinners spent at my house, just calling and checking on me! He had a heart as big as the world and everyone will miss him.
Love, Lisa DiRaimo
Al DiCristofaro
December 12, 2008
Helen,
There are few people in life you can always count on to be there whenever you need them; Anthony was that kind of person. His kindness, thoughtfulness, generosity, and zest for life were set at heights that few of us will ever achieve.
Anthony touched the lives of our entire family. We will all miss him dearly. On behalf of my family, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With love,
Al
Fran Delpha
December 12, 2008
Helen, Kelly and family,
I can't even begin to express the sadness and shock I felt when I heard of the loss of this wonderful man. He was so kind and thoughtful and always put a smile on everyone's face. I know that there is nothing that will take the pain away but just know that so many people love you and are here for you.
Roy Lautieri
December 12, 2008
Dear Helen and Robert
You have my deepest sympothy with the loss of your brother. I have many great happy memories of our friendship starting when we were teenagers. He was generous to all those around him. He will be sadly missed.
December 12, 2008
Frank dimaio &MICHELLE Guglielmo
December 12, 2008
frank dimaio
vincent aidala
December 12, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
NANCY BUCO
December 12, 2008
I STILL CAN'T BELIEVE YOUR GONE ANTHONY, I JUST TALKED TO YOU A COUPLE OF WEEKS AGO ,YOU WHERE GOING TO SELL YOUR XMAS TREES AND THEN WE WHERE GOING TO TAKE ME OUT FOR DINNER. IV'E KNOWN YOU FOR THE PAST 22 YEARS , WE BOTH SHARED ALOT OF HEART TO HEART'S TOGETHER MY SWEET FRIEND, I'LL MISS YOU EVERT DAY OF MY LIFE,.... TILL I SEE YOU AGAIN IN HEAVEN MY FREIND. LOVE NANCY BUCO
Kelly Bertram
December 12, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
We were so sorry to hear that Anthony passed away. Anthony was always nice to me and my family, especially to my son Tommy. When Tommy was little we would go visit the restaurant to see everyone and his favorite...Anthony. Tommy loved going there to see him and every time he saw him, Tommy would just stand there looking up at Anthony in awe. I wish we would have stayed in touch more.
God Bless this family of ours, as some pass on and others are born.
With Love & Blessings,
Tom, Kelly, Tommy jr. & Sarah
Carmen Burnell Kiernan
December 12, 2008
To the family of Anthony, When I first heard I just cried and cried. I am having a tough time thinking about what to say but my mind keeps going back to his big beautiful smile and all the good times we all shared together. My heart is so full for the love and friendship I have been so lucky to have shared with Anthony. I miss him so much. May the smile, love and happy memories Anthony brought to everyone he touched bring you peace.
Ronnie & Marie Curtis
December 12, 2008
Helen, Ronnie & I want to express our Sympathies for the loss of your brother Anthony, he was a great man and Friend, he will be missed, Take Care Ronnie & Marie Curtis
CHRISTINE RUSNAK
December 12, 2008
DEAR HELEN AND FAMILY
MIKE AND I WERE SHOCKED TO HEAR OF ANTHONY'S PASSING. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THIS GENEROUS AND FUN LOVING MAN. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, MAY HE REST IN PEACE
MIKE AND CHRISTINE RUSNAK
Rose Pt. Registration/Lab RIH
December 12, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Dennis Bouchard
December 12, 2008
Dear Hill Family:
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Anthony. He was one of my favorite people in the world, and I will miss the many good times we had out there on the golf course. He will never be replaced.
Dennis L. Bouchard
Joe Iaciofano
December 12, 2008
Sorry
Johnny Vallante
December 12, 2008
I was so sad when I saw the paper this morning. Our deepst sympathy to the entire family. May God bless you all and give you the strength to stay strong.
Johnny and Rossana Vallante
Cheryl and Gil Krajewski
December 12, 2008
Our friend will be missed and in our hearts forever.
Cheryl and Gil Krajewski
Richard & Sherry Masse Jim & Joan Dorney
December 12, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Nancy Crawley
December 12, 2008
To Helen and her family. I am so sorry to read of the loss of your brother. I hope the bond you shared with him will keep you strong during this Holiday Season. I lost my brother 5 days before Christmas 2003 so I know where you are now. God bless you Helen and all of your family. Nancy Crawley/Albert Realty
Lisa DiRaimo
December 12, 2008
Helen, Robert and Kelly,
I can not tell how sadden I am by Anthony's passing. From the holidays he spent with my family, to the school clothes shopping trips to Boston, to the time he took me to pick up my first car, to the phone calls just to check on me. He was a gentle kind man with a heart and soul as big as the world. He will be missed by everyone!
NICK AND VALERIE NARDUCCI
December 12, 2008
WE WERE SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT ANTHONY, OUR CONDOLENCES ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I REMEMBER HAVING GREAT TIMES AT THE WELCOME RESTAURANT.
TONY CANIGLIA
December 12, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
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