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Anthony Girardi Obituary
80, of Camden Rd., Narragansett, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2020. He was the loving husband of the late Frances M. (Grello) Girardi for 55 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Vincenzo and Maria (Carderelli) Girardi.
Tony joined the RI National Guard after graduating from Mt. Pleasant High School. His unit was activated during the Berlin Crisis, remaining stateside. Tony served his country honorably and was a U.S. Army veteran. He was employed by the State of Rhode Island for many years before retiring. Tony was a skilled laborer and enjoyed tinkering. He loved Bonnet Shores and enjoyed quahoging, fishing, and boating. A true family man, Tony cherished the times spent cooking many meals for friends and family.
He was the beloved father of Kimberly A. Baxter and her husband Robert of Exeter, Michael A. Girardi and his wife Patricia of Saunderstown, and Anthony M. Girardi and his wife Christine of Pound Ridge, NY; cherished grandfather of Nicholas, Matthew, and Rebecca; caring brother of Elizabeth Doddio, Frank Girardi and his wife Janice, and Mary Ribeira and her husband Ronald. Tony also leaves behind his beloved companion Melanie Murphy, and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife, Frances, Tony was predeceased by his sister, Anna Grist and three brothers, Nicholas, Joseph, and Eugene Girardi.
His Funeral Liturgy will be private in St. Thomas More Church, Narragansett. Burial with military funeral honors will follow in the RI Veterans' Memorial Cemetery, Exeter. A Visitation and Memorial Mass will take place at a date to be announced.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000-Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101 or Shriners Charities, 1 Rhodes Place, Cranston, RI 02905.
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Jane ferraro
April 26, 2020
No words can say how sorry we are. Sending love to each of you. We are so grateful for t the years of happy memories of family parties we enjoyed together. David Mitchell and Jane
April 8, 2020
Dear Girardi Family,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Love, Anita and Bill Allen (cousin)
Mark Esposito
April 8, 2020
Many Fond memories, sorry to hear,my condolences to your family
Ernie & Gloria Esposito
April 7, 2020
To GirardI family,
We were deeply saddened to read about Tony's passing. We have many fond memories of both him and Fran when we lived in Bonnet Shores. Our prayers will be with him in this time of mourning.
Anthony & Lucille Boscia
April 7, 2020
Dear Michael & Family,
We are saddened to hear of the passing your father Tony. He was a wonderful person and when you called on him he was always there. Our thoughts, prayers and heartfelt Sympathy are with you. God Bless, Anthony & Lucille Boscia
Denise Levins
April 7, 2020
Kim,Bob,Michael,Patti,Tony,Christine
So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. And additionally sad that circumstances have prevented sharing and receiving physical comfort. Sending virtual hugs and prayers for peace. Love, cousin Denise
Anthony Carcieri
April 7, 2020
Dear Michael and family
We were saddened to hear of the passing of your dad. Our thoughts are with you at the time of this difficult loss and the uncertainty of the times.
Sincere regards
Tony & Fran Carcieri
North Kingstown
Carol and Ron Hubelbank
April 6, 2020
Tony we will both miss you very much! We always felt so welcome when we visited you and Fran and your beautiful family. We always appreciated your graciousness and generosity. Heaven is a brighter place with your presence. So honored to know you! Love, Carol and Ron
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