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Mary Mantia Obituary

MANTIA, MARY G. (TRESCA) 69, of Smithfield, passed away on Monday March 30, 2015 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence. She was the beloved wife of Paul Mantia. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Vincent and Lucy (Zitano) Tresca. Mary was the captain of waitresses at the former 1025 Club of Providence for 10 years. Besides her husband she was the devoted mother of Robyn Arocho of Peabody, MA and Gina Caprio of Smithfield; loving grandmother of Joseph Caprio and Raymond Arocho; loving great-grandmother of Joseph Caprio, Jr. She was the dear sister of the late Frances Sbraccia and sister-in-law of the late Louis Sbraccia. Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory,1278 Park Ave., Cranston on Tuesday at 10 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary's Church, 1525 Cranston St., Cranston at 11 a.m. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Visiting hours are Monday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005. Visit nardolillo.com for online condolences.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Apr. 4, 2015.

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Donald & Marie Pastine

April 11, 2015

To the Mantia Family,

Our sincere condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mary and the entire Mantia family.

Gina Ferrazzano

April 6, 2015

I am so sorry for the loss of your wife Paul. No words could ever take away the pain and loneliness that you are feeling right now. know that God is with you and will see you through this most difficult time. My prayers and thoughts are with you and her family.

Cheryl Conti

April 6, 2015

I didn't know Mary but, having lived in Smithfield for 40 years and worked in all the Italian restaurants in the area, I recognize her. I am so sorry for your loss.

April 6, 2015

Paul: I'm sure I know you from the Hill. I am so sorry to have read about the passing of your Wife. Please accept my condolences and prayers. Richard Campagnone Sr. West Palm Beach, Florida

Cousin Barbara Galligan

April 6, 2015

I'm sorry for your loss

April 6, 2015

paul I am so sorry for your loss she is with the angels now and no more pain r.i.p. mary Sandra boss

hilda pella

April 6, 2015

mary i will always love you!

Elda Cahill

April 6, 2015

Paul my deepest condolences at this most difficult time

Genoveffa DiCostanzo-Chin

April 6, 2015

My prays go out to you and your family. I will pray for Mary. Mary is in a good place with our Lord.

Debra Del Santo

April 6, 2015

So sorry. May God bless Mary. My prayers are with the family.

barbara graziano

April 6, 2015

Dear Paul, Robyn, Gina and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers. Love to you all.

Ernie Pennine

April 6, 2015

Paul, please accept the condolences of the Pennine family. Mary was your whole world, but you've got alot of friends who are there for you

Kerri Colavita

April 6, 2015

Uncle,

I am so sorry about the loss of Auntie. She was one of the best people I knew and always made me feel like I was her own daughter. I am going to miss her so much and my thoughts and prayers are with you and Robin and Gina. I love you all so much and if you need anything at all please do not hesitate to call us. love Kerri

Anthony lamantia

April 6, 2015

So sorry for your loss Paul.

Kim Mantia

April 6, 2015

Paul, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear Mary. Please know you are in my prayers.

Linda Tresca Gellman

April 6, 2015

So sorry for your loss! Losing the love of your life must be so hard! My thoughts and prayers are with you, Paul.

April 5, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your beautiful wife and family are in my prayers. May she rest in peace.

Joe Nelson

April 5, 2015

So very sorry.

April 5, 2015

Paul, my prayers go out to you and your family,i am so sorry for your loss..

May Tomassi

April 5, 2015

Paul. My heart goes out to you and your family. I am sending prayers.

maria lataille

April 5, 2015

Sorry for your loss.

carmele LaSorsa Goins

April 5, 2015

Paul my heart goes out to you and her children. I am so so sorry for your loss and pain. Prayers for you always my friend. RIP Mary...

CYNDY REBELLO

April 5, 2015

All my condolences & prayers to the family, loved ones & friends, may she RIPARADISE ❤

Alice Barrera

April 5, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Sending Prayers to you and all your loved ones. God Bless.

eddie catoni

April 5, 2015

the last of the great silver lake mom's to go...so sorry for your loss paul,robin gina...think of the great memories we all had back in the day...my deepest sympathies to you all & may momma caprio rest in peace in heaven with my momma teresa...

April 5, 2015

Paul, I'm so sorry for your loss. Always know you have a home in San Francisco. You and your family are in our prayers. Love Lisa, Anna, isabella and Colson.

Auntie Betty & Cheryl Iovino

April 5, 2015

Robyn & Gina,
So sorry for the loss of your mom.....Our prayers are with you....

Robert Mantia

April 5, 2015

Paul, I am so sorry I can't be here for you. God bless you and may Mary rest in peace.

Bryan and Marie Anger

April 4, 2015

Paul,Gina,and Robin our thoughts and prayers are with you.Mary was a wonderful woman. Lots of fun memories of her at Sardellis.She will be missed.

Lisa Tresca

April 4, 2015

Dear Paul, Robyn and Gina, my heart is with you though I can't be there. I'm so sorry. My prayers and love.

Anthony Loporchio

April 4, 2015

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

April 4, 2015

Paul, Robyn, Gina, I was so sorry to read about Mary's passing.Some of my fondest memories of her was when i was little and she would babysit me. She always made sure i had fun. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jerry Tresca Bradenton Florida

Pauline Grieco

April 4, 2015

To Paul, Robin & Gina, I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Mary

Cheryl Eley

April 4, 2015

Paul, So very sorry for your loss.

richard greenhalgh

April 4, 2015

Sorry for your lose Paul God Bless You and your Family

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