Luigi V. Battista
Luigi V. Battista
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90, a lifelong resident of Greenville and Johnston, passed away Friday, January 4, 2019 at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Antonette (Mignanelli) Battista for 67 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Raffaele and Salvatora (Gelardi) Battista.
Luigi was the loving father of Lu-Ann Battista (Alan Atwood), Loreen Parente (James), & Ralph Battista (Kerri); devoted grandfather of Christofer Atwood, Andrew Parente, Alicia Parente, Alexandra Atwood, Amanda Battista, Nicholas Luigi Battista & Matthew Battista. He was the caring brother of the late Letizia Accardo. Luigi is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was the proud founder and owner of Luigi's Restaurant & Gourmet Express, an Italian family eatery in Johnston since 1971. He devoted his life to his family, his restaurant as well as his employees and loyal patrons. Luigi's is still owned and operated today by his children and extended family. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War.
His funeral will be held Monday, January 7, 2019 at 10 AM from the TUCKER-QUINN Funeral Chapel, 643 Putnam Ave., (Rt. 44), Greenville, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM in St. Philip Church, Putnam Pike. Burial with military honors will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Visiting hours, Sunday from 3-7 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Hope Hospice and Palliative Care, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904 will be appreciated. Information and condolences, TuckerQuinnFuneralHome.com
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January 7, 2019
To the families of Ralph, Loreen and Lu-Ann. We are very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. We will keep you all in our prayers. May his memory be eternal.
Ed and Cindy Mardo
Lincoln, RI
Merry Whittaker
January 7, 2019
I'm very sorry for your loss. Luigi was an amazing husband, father,grandfather and everyone loved his fabulous restaurant. He will be missed by many people in R.I. Merry Whittaker
John and magee Fogarty
January 7, 2019
To Loreen and family. . Very sorry to hear of the passing of your father.
Angela/John Rescigno
January 6, 2019
Dear Antoinette and family, We were so saddened to hear about Luigi's passing. Please accept our sincere sympathy, and we will be making a donation in his name to Hope Hospice. Love, Angela & John Rescigno
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Donald Emerson
January 6, 2019
Deepest sympathy to you all on the passing of your dad.
Barbara and Don Emerson
Michael Battey
January 5, 2019
Lu-Ann, Alan, Ralph, and family
Please accept my family's condolences on the loss of Luigi. We are sorry for your hardship at this time and will keep you in our prayers.
Diana Mollicone
January 5, 2019
Dear Luann and Alan,
We are so sad to hear about Dad's passing. May God's love fill you with peace and healing.
Sincerely,
Diana and Michael Mollicone
Joe & Sophia Furgasso
January 5, 2019
To Ralph and Battista Family, Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad, may he REST IN PEACE, God Bless.
Ted Roche
January 5, 2019
Sorry to hear of your loss, please know we're thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Fred Rioles
January 5, 2019
Battista family,
Very sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to your family. May he Rest in Peace.
Fred Rioles
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