Rose L. Quarto

Rose “Baby Rosie” L. Quarto, 89, of Johnston, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, June 9, 2023, at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Michele “Mikey Black” Quarto. Born on Federal Hill, she was the daughter of the late Vito and Christina (Comella) Marinelli.

Mrs. Quarto was an assembler at Rich Paper Box for many years before retiring. She was an avid bingo and slot player. 

She is survived by a son, Michele “QTQ” Quarto, a daughter Gina Patnaude and her husband Ernie, a brother Felix “Bobo” Marinelli, seven grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Rose was the mother of the late Giovanni “John Dike QTQ” Quarto. She was the sister of the late Lorenzo and Lawrence Marinelli. 

Her funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 9:15 a.m. in the Maceroni Funeral Home, 1381 Smith St., North Providence. Burial will follow in Rhode Island Veterans’ Cemetery, Exeter. Visiting hours are Monday from 4- 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rose’s memory may be made to the Disabled American Veterans VA Regional Office, 380 Westminster Mall, Providence, RI 02903.