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Joseph Brownell Obituary
Joseph E. Brownell, Jr., 66, a lifelong resident of Johnston, passed away Thursday, August 19, 2021 at Claiborn Pell Manor, Johnston. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Joseph and Ida (Venditelli) Brownell, Sr. He was the brother of Joan Paparella; uncle of Stefanie Paparella. Joseph was the brother-in-law of the late Ray Paparella.
A visitation will be held Wednesday, August 25, 2021 from 10-11 am with a service to follow at 11 am in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Chapel, 2435 Warwick Avenue, Warwick. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Information and condolences, visit theQuinnFuneralHome.Com
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Marilyn D. Fletcher
August 18, 2025
Sending you my love and
sympathy, Joanie. Marilyn Fletcher
Barbara Deignan
August 23, 2021
Joanie, my sincere sympathy to you & your family.
Kendra and Peter Camilloni
August 22, 2021
Joe was a special person, more of a family member. He would do anything for you and was also grateful for any little thing. We will miss him always.
Marilyn & Art Fletcher
August 22, 2021
To Joan and Family: Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your brother. Fondly, Marilyn & Art
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