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Gale Cifelli Obituary

CIFELLI, GALE D. (SOLTYS)
79, of Cranston, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at Victoria Court, Cranston. She was the beloved wife of the late Domenic Cifelli. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Alphonse and Doris (Duffy) Soltys. Gale worked as a sales associate for Filene's and Macy's for 41 years before retiring. She received the prestigious award Associate of the Year for her hard work and dedication.
Gale is survived by her son, Brian Cifelli of Cranston; dear siblings, Beverly Martin and her husband Richard of Georgia, Ronald Soltys and his wife Janice of Cranston, Sharon Soltys of East Providence, and the late Gene and Stephen Soltys; grandson Giani DeFusco. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Gale was predeceased by her daughter Lisa Cifelli.
Gale was a eucharistic minister at St. Ann's Church in Cranston, where she attended daily Mass until she was unable to do so. She was a wonderful, loving woman who touched many lives. She loved taking photos, and was the designated photographer at every event she attended. For the last several years she resided at Victoria Court where she was beloved by all. Her family would like to thank the special people who lovingly cared for her during the last 5 and ½ years at Victoria Court, and the nurses and CNA's from Beacon Hospice for their loving care for the last year. There was no one like our Gale, our special whistler, and she will be dearly missed.
Her funeral service and burial will be private. A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Beacon Hospice, 1 Catamore Blvd., East Providence, RI 02914 OR RI Food Bank, 200 Niantic Ave., Providence, RI 02907 Visit NardolilloFH.com for online condolences.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Apr. 29, 2020.

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Anthony & Corinne Spaziano

June 14, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Diane goolgasian

May 2, 2020

So sorry to hear of Gail's death. I remember her with that great smile and positive attitude. I hope that the memories you have of her will help you through this difficult time.

Ron an Deb Badessa

May 2, 2020

So sorry to hear Gale passed. Such a very caring person... Our sincere sympathy to the family.

Angela Manni

May 1, 2020

Gale was the nicest person, always so sweet and kind. She lived her faith daily. Always smiling ,always with a kind word. We will miss her. She is re-united with her family in heaven. May she rest in peace.

With heartfelt condolences.

Angela D Manni and Family.

Dolores Poissant

April 29, 2020

So sorry for your loss. I worked with Gail at Filene's for many years she was a wonderful person. Whenever we had an event Gail was always ready with her camera. She had such a great smile.

Peter Galvin

April 29, 2020

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Sorry for your loss.

Debby & Dennis Paris

April 29, 2020

So sorry to hear about Gail's passing. She truly was a special lady. May she Rest In Peace.

Arlene Rainer

April 29, 2020

I was sorry to hear of Gale's passing.
My sympathy to all of the family.
Arlene Rainer

Cheryl Palombo

April 29, 2020

Dear Brian, Gianni, Butchie, Jan ,Sharon and Beverly,
Our hearts are heavy with sadness to hear that Gale passed away. We all loved Gale very much ! Gale was a wonderful and caring person who treated everyone with kindness and love .Please accept our deepest sympathy. She will always have a special place in our hearts and be greatly missed by our family. We pray that God gives all of you strength, courage and love during this difficult time .
Love to all of you,
The Tirocchi and Palombo Family

Joann Cecere Maglione

April 29, 2020

So sorry to hear of Gale's passing. I knew Gale at my first job at Whittet Higgins where she was like my mentor. She was a special person then and I'm sure it carried through her entire life. I have never forgotten her in all these years and I wish to extend my condolences to her family. May she Rest in Peace.

April 29, 2020

Sad to hear of her passing. She was, indeed, a very lovely woman.
May she rest in eternal peace . . .

April 29, 2020

I only knew Gail as a customer at Macy's; but every time I saw her she was like an old friend. She had a warm, gracious personality. Gail was a special person.
Anne Holbrook
Louisville, CO

April 29, 2020

Gale was a wonderful person. So kind and always smiling. I worked with her at Filenes. Thoughts and prayers to all.
Sincerely.
Karen Casale

Tina Dumas

April 28, 2020

My Gail, how I will miss you ! You were such as wonderful woman! You made me laugh, whistle and dance at every entertainment event at Victoria Court ! I absolutely enjoyed every moment as you CNA and Med Mech ! I will miss you along with many others ! Thankyou for being you !!!! Prayers to you and your entire family ! Love always - Tina

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