Emanuele Quirino Chiappinelli

CHIAPPINELLI, EMANUELE QUIRINO, 88, the co-owner of Federal Findings, Inc. passed away Monday December 3, 2007 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in Providence a son of the late Quirino and Aida (Scamparino) Chiappinelli. He was the husband of Elisa Angela (Cioe) Chiappinelli for 59 years.

Mr. Chiappinelli was a Bridgham High School track star. A great sprinter, he held the record for the fastest 40 yard dash. He was a very quiet, private man who touched everyone's life in a positive way. He brought a smile to everyone's face. His life was his family as he was always there for them, he was a great family man, who was happiest when the family was together. He was an avid high-low jack player. He loved his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his children; Dr. Emanuele Quirino Chiappinelli, Jr. of Georgia, VT, Elisa Ida Sepe of Saratoga Springs, NY, Dino William Chiappinelli of Cranston, six grandchildren; Ben, Stacy, Sarah, Ruth E., Melisa, Gina, four great grandchildren; Emanuele Quirino Chiappinelli, III, Suzette, Olivia and Ava. He was the brother of Dr. Dante Chiappinelli of CT, Quirino 'Bill' Chiappinelli of Coventry, RI and the late Bartholomew Chiappinelli.

His funeral will be held Friday at 9 a.m. from 'WOODLAWN' Funeral Home, 600 Pontiac Avenue, Cranston followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Paul Church, Cranston. Burial will be at a later date. CALLING HOURS Thursday 4-7 p.m. Donations in his memory made to Cranston Fire & Rescue, Attn. Leo Kennedy, 131 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI 02905 would be appreciated.