Albert J. DiFonzo Sr.

Albert J. DiFonzo Sr.

Albert DiFonzo Obituary

Published by Perry-McStay Funeral Home on Feb. 12, 2017.
Albert passed away on Friday, February 10, 2017. Albert was a resident of East Providence, Rhode Island at the time of his passing. He was a Graduate of East Providence High School and Bryant College. He was married to Sylvia. His funeral will be held on Tuesday at 9:00 AM from the PERRY-MCSTAY FUNERAL HOME 2555 Pawtucket Avenue East Providence with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of Loreto Church. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Calling hours Monday 4-8. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Our Lady of Loreto Church Memorial Fund 346 Waterman Avenue East Providence RI 02914.

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February 21, 2017

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William Sabatelli

February 7, 2026

Al & I enjoyed Many Special Times Together Both @ Speidel Working & Golfing Together & Sharing Many Good Times with Our Wives Shirley & Silvia,, We were Blessed to Support The Saying: Behind Every Man Was A Better Woman & Our Pride As Men To Have Shared This Earth Married To Two Beautiful & Exceptional Women.. Our Lives were Enriched by Passing Our Time Together in All Life Had to Offer.. "La Vita E Bella" , Love, Bill & Shirley Sabatelli

Anne Labouchere

February 21, 2017

Dear Sylvia - I was so very sorry to hear of your loss and especially so since I didn't hear about it in time to come to the funeral. Al was such a lovely person, always so warm and friendly when we met. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

February 19, 2017

Dear Sylvia

Words cannot express how deeply saddened we are of the passing of a such a a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,

God Bless

Kenneth Lynn and Christopher Casale

Robin Amaral-Gibbons

February 17, 2017

Sylvia - Peace to you and your family at this difficult time.

February 15, 2017

Very sorry to hear about Al.Bob Fanella

Nancy Magnelli

February 15, 2017

Dear Chris,

I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. He was a sweet man that I am grateful to have had the pleasure to meet. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I pray that during this difficult time, you can all take comfort in knowing he is always with you and at peace in heaven.

Love,
Nancy, Scott and Lucas

Karen (Magnelli) DePasquale

February 14, 2017

Dear Chris,

I am so very sorry to learn of the loss of your dear Dad. You are blessed with a wonderful family and I pray the special memories created over the decades remain in your heart and bring you peace throughout this most difficult time and beyond. May he rest with the Lord and shine his love upon you and your family forever.

Shirley & Bill Sabatelli

February 13, 2017

Sylvia & Family.
Shirley & I want to express Our Sympathy with the passing of Al.. We shared many good Memories together with you & Al.. So glad we were able to enjoy each others Company @ many different functions.. Both of You will be in Our Prayers..
Love, Shirley & Bill

marie chaplin

February 12, 2017

Sylvia, what a great life you two had together. Wishing you the peace that happy memories bring at this sad time. Our sympathy as we will miss our old friend of so many years. Blessings to you and the family.
Marie and Bill Chaplin

Rita Phillips

February 12, 2017

Dear Sylvia, I am so sorry to read about Al's passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family!! Take care and God Bless!

Joyce Brennan

February 12, 2017

Sylvia and family......so saddened to read of Al's passing. I remember him as a very kind and gentle man whenever we were together mostly at Old Stone get togethers many years ago.. John and I offer our sincere sympathy in your loss.

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