Debra Ricci Obituary
Debra Ricci, 66 of North Providence passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 24, 2024. She is survived by her loving husband, Vincent Ricci, their two daughters, Pamela Ricci (Joseph Belluscio), Amanda Brockway (Andrew Brockway). Her three grandsons, whom she loved more than life itself, Luca, Lincoln, and Logan. She is also survived by her mother, Velma Beaulieu, her sister Donna Beaulieu, and her brothers David Beaulieu (Lyly), Daniel Beaulieu (Deborah) and Dennis Beaulieu (Amy Cordon). She also leaves two nephews, Daniel and Dennis Beaulieu. She was predeceased by her father, Ernest Beaulieu.
Debra worked at Collette Vacations for the past 16 years. She absolutely loved her job and that passion led her to travel the world seeing many different countries and amazing sights, including the pyramids and most recently taking a trip through the Canadian Rockies with her husband.
When Debra wasn't traveling, she enjoyed spending as much time with her grandsons as possible and loved spoiling them whenever she had the chance. She enjoyed going on day trips and weekend adventures with her daughters, whether it be a simple day at the outlets or the occasional breakfast in Maine.
Debra loved to crochet and would do so around the clock making gorgeous blankets, hats and purses, never accepting a dime for her work. She loved to make people smile by gifting them with one of her pieces. She would spend most Fridays with her "crochet crew" who were family to her. Debra was very loved and will be missed by many.
Her funeral will be held on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 9 a.m. from the Maceroni Funeral Home, 1381 Smith St., North Providence, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of Grace Church, George Waterman Rd., Johnston. Interment will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Visitation will be held on Monday, October 28, 2024 fromm 4 - 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Dana Farber.
A special thank you to the wonderful doctors and staff at Dana Farber for 13 years of endless support and never giving up hope on finding a cure.
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1381 Smith St, North Providence, RI 02911
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