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Benjamin DiSano Obituary
He was born in Providence the son of the late Raffaele and Teresina (Pitochelli) DiSano. Mr. DiSano was a Ret. Cranston Police Detective serving with their department for 22 years where he received 4 citations for outstanding service beyond the call of duty. He was employed at Colonial Knife in Providence from 1944-1956, RIPTA Bus as the Head of Security from 1978-1990 and Cranston Print Works in Security from 1990-1998. He was a WW II Army veteran serving in Korea with the military police.
He is survived by his loving son Joseph DiSano of West Warwick, his devoted brother John DiSano of Exeter, his cherished grandchildren, Michael, Vincent and Kristen. Mr. DiSano was the companion of Theresia Baron of Coventry. He was the loving father of the late Ralph DiSano, the brother of the late Philip, Ernest and Ralph DiSano, Elvira Schimmel, Margaret Messier, Anna Scott and Rose Burt. He was the cherished grandfather of the late Jennifer DiSano.
His funeral will be held on Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Cranston St., Cranston. Burial will be in St. Ann's Cemetery, Cranston. VISITING HOURS: Tuesday 6-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: American Lung Association of RI 298 West Exchange St., Providence, RI 02903. www.nardolillo.com
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Memories and Condolences
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James Gibbs (Ret CPD)
August 2, 2007
May the family of Benny Disano find God's blessing in this hour of sorrow
Dale Scungio
July 31, 2007
My thought and prayers are with you all during this sad time. Ben was a true gentleman and friend to all who knew him.
Frank & Karyl Gill
July 30, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Connie Hayhurst
July 30, 2007
Uncle Benny, You will be greatly missed. Although we only met a few times you have given me words of wisdom that I will never forget.
Love, Connie
Ann Tanzi
July 30, 2007
May God give you the strength to endure this terrible tradgety. My thoughts are with the DiSano family. He will always be in my prayers. He was a good friend to me. Rest in peace Ben. Ann
Janice Pezzullo
July 30, 2007
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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