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Flavia DeSantis Obituary

DeSANTIS, FLAVIA (DelVECCHIO) 93, of Deirdra Court, passed away at Kent Hospital surrounded by her loving family on Friday, September 16, 2016. She was the wife of the late Anthony F. DeSantis. Born in Italy, she was a daughter of the late Giovanni and Christina (Iannolfo) DelVecchio. Flavia was employed for over 20 years at the former Victoria Creations Jewelry Co., before retiring in 1994. She previously worked at the former Imperial Knife Co. Flavia enjoyed being a grandmother, baking; especially wine biscuits, and gardening. Flavia was the mother of Barbara J. Beer and her husband Robert of Warwick. Flavia had an integral part in raising her two grandchildren Robert A. Beer II and Alexa S. Beer. She was the sister of Fortunato DelVecchio of Providence. Flavia was predeceased by five other siblings. Flavia is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Her Funeral will be Thursday, September 22, 2016 at 8:45 am from the IANNOTTI Funeral Home, 415 Washington St., (Rte.117) Coventry, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am in St. Kevin's Church, 333 Sandy Lane, Warwick. Interment in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Visiting hours are Wednesday 4 - 7 pm. iannottifh.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Sep. 19, 2016.

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Linda Bannon

September 18, 2017

Dear Barbara, we are so saddened to hear about the loss of your Mom. Our childhood would have been missing a special piece if she had not been in our lives. Flavia had such love for her family, for you, and then as she shared with me just a few years ago, for her grandchildren. You were truly blessed to have her and I hope her memories lift you up during this time. She was loved by all who knew her. Her wine biscuit recipe lives on in my family's homes to this day. She will not be forgotten. You are in my prayers.
Linda Ouimette Bannon

Laurie Ouimette Harris

September 18, 2017

Dear Barbara,
My family has such fond memories of LaSalle Drive and your mom. She always shared her love of amazing food and gardening. I still make her wine biscuits and eggplant to this day. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Laurie Ouimette Harris

Mary Palombo

September 23, 2016

Dear Barbara, Rob, Robby and Alexa,
Just read Tuesday's Beacon. I can't express how sorry I feel about the passing of your mom/grandma. I always enjoyed speaking with her whenever I had the opportunity. Our conversations always brought me a beautiful memory of my own grandmother. She was so proud of her grandchildren. Wishing you peace at this sad time. You are all in my prayers.
Mary Palombo (Jones)

Lee Silverman

September 20, 2016

Barbara, Rob, Robby and Alexa,
Our hearts are broken for you. We are so sorry for your loss. You are a beautiful family, and your mom, mima, was beautiful. We hope you find peace in all of the amazing memories you have of her. We will keep you in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers.
Lee, Steven, Lacey and Luke Silverman

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415 Washington St Rte. 117, Coventry, RI 02816

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Iannotti Funeral Home - Coventry

415 Washington St Rte. 117, Coventry, RI 02816

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22

Mass of Christian Burial

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333 Sandy Lane, Warwick, RI

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