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Thomas Castrignano Obituary

CASTRIGNANO, THOMAS, 74, of Tanglewood Dr., and formerly of Gillen Ave., of North Providence died Tuesday August 30, 2005 at Miriam Hospital, Providence. He was the loving husband of Ida (DiRobbio) Castrignano. They were married for 56 years.

Born in Providence, RI on May 16, 1931, he was a son of the late Angelo and Emma (Manzo) Castrignano. He had lived in Providence before moving to North Providence in 1963.

Mr. Castrignano was a union plasterer for many years before retiring.

Besides his beloved wife, he leaves one daughter Jenny Tufano of North Providence, three sisters, Grace Morelli of Cranston, Anna McGrath of Johnston and Martha Fortune of Johnston, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Ida Silva, Michael Castrignano and Ralph Castrignano.

His funeral will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. at A.A. Mariani & Son Funeral Home, 200 Hawkins St., Providence followed by a service at 10 a.m. in Assembly of God Church, 244 Lexington Ave., North Providence. Burial will follow in St. Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket. Visitation Friday 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Red Cross, 105 Gano St., Providence, RI 02906 in his memory would be appreciated.

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Published by The Providence Journal from Sep. 1 to Sep. 2, 2005.

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Ronald Fortune jr

September 11, 2005

To: Tommy jr,Jenny,Auntie Ida and Family. Im sorry for your pain. I pray that the God of peace and the peace of God,which surpasses all understanding comfort you and bless you every day. I miss and love you all. You are always in my thoughts and prayer's. My uncle Tommy will be Deeply missed . God Bless. Ronnie H Fortune jr

Joe Burchfield

September 2, 2005

Tommy,

I'm very sorry to here of your loss. God bless you and your family.

Maureen Hennessey Hager

September 2, 2005

Tommy, We are thinking of you and your family in your time of sorrow.

With our sympathy, Maureen and John at K.J.

Valerie Lawrence

September 1, 2005

Dear Ida, I am so sorry for your loss. Tom was a great man. God Bless you and give you strength during this sorrowful time. Sincerely, Valerie (Elaine's friend)

Joanne Moura

September 1, 2005

Tommy my husband John and I send our sincerest sympathies to you and your family. You have been so wonderful to us that if there is anything that we can do for you or your family during this time of sadness please do not hesitate to ask.

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