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Phillip Fortunati Obituary
Mr. Fortunati and his brother Joseph, were co owners of the Shoe Horn in Marieville, one of North Providence's oldest established business, since 1950. Previous to this Mr. Fortunati operated a shoe repair shop in the same location, a business he had inherited from his father.
Mr. Fortunati was an accordian player for over forty years with the Melody Ramblers, a four-piece band that had played on WJAR radio. He was an Army veteran of WWII.
He leaves two sons, Philip F. and James R. Fortunati; two grandchildren, Joelle Contillo and Jonathan Fortunati; a great-granddaughter, Brianna Erbe; two sisters, Mary Ranallo and Rose Boisse; three brothers, Joseph, Albert, and Robert Fortunati; and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Catherine Christopher.
Visitation Thursday MORNING 8-9:15 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10 AM in the Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 1081 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket. In lieu of flowers, Donations to: VH1 Save the Music Foundation, Attn: Development Department, 1515 Broadway, 20th Fl., NY, NY, 10036. WWW.MARIANIANDSON.COM
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Glen Badessa
February 2, 2007
Cheryl and Phil,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I was unable to attend the services but my thoughs are with you. Hold on to your great memories.
Cousin Glen
Tony and Barbara Nastari
February 1, 2007
Phil
Tony and I were so sorry to hear of your father's passing. We are in Florida and were unable to attend the services. Your Dad was a wonderful man and will be remembered by all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Louise Hudson
January 31, 2007
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I would be remembered as Louise Bettencourt.
Paul Urrico
January 31, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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