Deborah A. DeSimone

Deborah A. DeSimone obituary, Cranston, RI

Deborah A. DeSimone

Deborah DeSimone Obituary

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Deborah A. DeSimone, 66, of Lakeside Avenue, Cranston, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by friends and family on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. She was the Partner of Tim Queen.

Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Vincent J. and Rita D. (Morin) DeSimone.

Deborah was kind, loving and fun! She brought much joy to so many friends and family.

Deborah is survived by a son, Brian P. Grady of Quincy, MA; her twin sister, Donna L. DeSimone and her partner Nina D. Veyera of Cranston and her caregiver and friend, Elizabeth Ramos.

In the words of Deborah….. "May all your days be circus days!!"

At Deborah's request, her services and burial will be private.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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