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Carmine Giarrusso Obituary

GIARRUSSO, CARMINE 'SONNY', JR., 72, of Tollgate Road, Warwick passed away December 6, 2006 in Kent County Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of 23 years to Leola 'Lee' (Bertrand) Giarrusso, with whom they shared a deep and special relationship.

Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Carmine and Anna (Detoro) Giarrusso.

Mr. Giarrusso was employed by the Providence Journal working in the circulation department before retiring. He was a Korean War Army Veteran. Sonny was an avid N.Y. Yankee fan and was Treasurer of the Board of Directors for the Full Life Christian Fellowship Church.

Besides his wife, he was father of: Steven Giarrusso, Proprietor of the Gas Doctor and his wife Donna, Paul Giarrusso and his wife Diane, Carmine Giarrusso, III, ret. C.P.D. and his wife Robin, Debra DelFino and her husband Richard, Jr. Jerilyn Isom and her husband Tim, Brian Regan and his wife Kimberly, Amy Celona and her husband Thomas, and Kelly Holdridge and her husband Thomas; brother of John Giarrusso, Ann Enos and Linda Houde, nephew of Angelina 'Dolly' DiMaria, grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of 2.

His funeral will be held Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from the ROMANO FUNERAL HOME, 627 Union Avenue, Providence followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. in St. Bartholomew's Church, Laurel Hill Avenue, Providence. Graveside burial with Military Honors to follow in R.I. Veteran's Cemetery, Exeter. VISITATION FRIDAY 3-8 P.M. Please omit flowers.

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Published by The Providence Journal from Dec. 7 to Dec. 8, 2006.

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Bill and Christine Grady

December 11, 2006

Dear Carmine, Robin and Family, Bill and I are so sorry we missed the services for your Dad. Serious medical issues prevented us from attending. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Let your thoughts and memories of your Dad sustain you through this sad time.
Sincerely,

Donna Lembo

December 10, 2006

Dear Debbie and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. With deepest sympathy, Joe, Donna, Brianna and Joseph Lembo

Darren & Linda Beyea

December 9, 2006

Leola,
We cannot say how sorry we are. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We pray that God will increase your peace with every passing moment and fond memory remembered. Carmine will be sorely missed.

All our love

Therese Rousseau

December 8, 2006

Dear Carmine and Robin,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this loss of your father. Our deepest sympathy to your entire family. May all your fond memories be of comfort to you.
Mr. Mrs. Paul and Therese Rousseau

Ann Gallogly-Hogan

December 8, 2006

Debbie and family,
I was so saddened to read of your dad's passing. I have such great memories of him! I hope he did not suffer too much. He was always so warmhearted. Thinking of you all during this most difficult time. My thoughts are always with you, Deb!

ernest silva

December 8, 2006

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Richard C. Sousa Jr.& Sr.

December 8, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Clifford Whiting

December 8, 2006

Steven & Family,Sorry to hear that your father passed away. You have my deepest sympathies.

Bernadette Diamio

December 8, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bob,Bernie and Bobby

Lindsey Amore

December 8, 2006

Stephanie and Family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your grandfather. Grandparents are very special people, whose memories will be cherished forever and passed on to generation to generation. May the great memories of your grandfather stay with you forever. Rest in Peace Mr. Giarrusso.

Michael, Lizanne & Samantha Douglas

December 8, 2006

Carmine,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. May the fond memories you have of your Dad comfort you during this difficult time and always.

December 8, 2006

my deepest sympathies on your great loss.
sincerely,
Eileen Ferranti RN
kent hospital

Carlene DelNero

December 8, 2006

Steven & Family:
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. May God bless you with many happy and cherished memories.
Deepest Sympathy,
Carlene DelNero (Clarkin Properties)

GAIL & JOE LAMANTIA

December 8, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Amy and Richard DeLisi

December 7, 2006

Debbie and family,
We are so sorry about the loss of your father. May your memories bring you comfort.

Emily Gulley

December 7, 2006

Dear Mr G, I am sorry that your father passed away. You and your family are in my thoughts.

Jerry Zeoli

December 7, 2006

Paul may I send my sincere sympathy to you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you. I hope you visit here this spring. God Bless. Regards Jerry

Peter DelFino

December 7, 2006

Our deepest regrests to Lee, Debbie, Steven, Paul, Carmine & Jerilyn and there families. I have known Carmine for many years. He was a good man, and will be missed.
Peter & Maggie

Executive Board American Legion Baseball

December 7, 2006

Paul: The thoughts and prayers of the entire Rhode Island American Legion Baseball League are with you and your family at this time. Your dad was remarkable, and a true and positive influence on your life. We know you will continue in his footsteps. God Bless.

Paula and David Pieroni

December 7, 2006

Our deepest sympathies to all of you. We will always remember Carmine as a wonderful man who cared and loved his family and friends. May your faith sustain you and bring you peace during this time of grief.

William Jones

December 7, 2006

Carmine, Robin, Jillian, and Jaimie.
Our deepset sympathies to all of you. If you need anything at all, don't hesitate to call
Bill & Shirley

Ed Carboni

December 7, 2006

Paul, my deepest sympathy to you and your family, our prayers are with you.

Nancy & Andy McCarthy

December 7, 2006

Dear Jerilyn and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your dad was a wonderful and caring man.

Diana Lincoln

December 7, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

The Staff of Romano Funeral Home

December 7, 2006

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