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Emily Mitchell Obituary


ASHAWAY - Emily A. (Giancaspro) Mitchell, 36, loving wife, mother, daughter, and sister passed into her Savior's arms unexpectedly along with her unborn child, Joey, at The Westerly Hospital on Tuesday, December 22, 2020.

Emily, a devoted wife and incredible mother to her four children, possessed a deep faith that was the foundation for everything in her life. Beautiful inside and out, Emily had an infectious smile and a kind, compassionate spirit. Her exuberant personality radiated outwardly in her interactions and relationships with all who knew her. Emily was a symbol of strength during the most challenging of times for so many. She shared her light and creative, artistic genius through her work as a highly successful, self-employed Instagram Influencer, as demonstrated by her 88,000 followers. Emily's musical ability was enhanced by her degree in psychology and music. She was a talented musician, singer, recording artist, and music teacher.

She will be deeply missed by her husband Joseph Mitchell and their four children Finn, Isla, Eden and Luna, all of Ashaway; loving parents Dr. Joseph and Gail Giancaspro of Westerly; her three siblings, Joseph Giancaspro and his wife Kasey of Ledyard, CT; Michael Giancaspro and his wife Natalia of Coventry, RI and Jessica Giancaspro of Westerly. Emily also leaves her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert and Dr. Sally Mitchell of Westerly, sister-in-law Christina Carey and her husband, Nick Carey of Chepachet, RI and brother-in-law Adam Mitchell of Boston, MA, as well as several nieces and nephews.

All services are respectfully private due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly is in care of the arrangements. To support Joe and the children, Emily's friends have organized a Go Fund Me page https://www.gofundme.com/f/6n4vy-support-the-mitchell-family?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Westerly Sun from Dec. 27 to Dec. 28, 2020.

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Kathy Allen

February 24, 2021

Deepest Sympathies.

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Lynne Perry

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Karabo Monyatsi

January 7, 2021

My condolences to the family. I was Emily's biggest fan on Instagram and she was one of the best influencers that I have ever seen on Instagram. When I heard about Emily's passing, I cried all day and night trying not to believe that Emily left the world with her baby. I guess everything is in God's hands now. May Your Souls Rest In Peace Emily and Baby Joey

Judy Thomson

January 3, 2021

My deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts & prayers go out to the family.

Tisha bristol

January 3, 2021

Sorry for your loss...

Ronda Nichols

January 1, 2021

May God, the Heaven's & Universe wrap you in it's loving light, peace, faith & hope & bless you and keep you today & in the days to come. My sincerest condolences to Em's family & friends.

Sue Hutton (Davis)

December 29, 2020

Sending all my love and prayers to Emily’s family. She was a beautiful, creative and vivacious soul; I will never forgot the years we shared together. May your fondest memories of Emily bring comfort and light to your hearts. She is certainly on horseback in heaven ♥

Sue Hutton (Davis)

December 29, 2020

Sending all my love and prayers to Emily’s family. She was a beautiful, creative and vivacious soul; I will never forgot the years we shared together. May your fondest memories of Emily bring comfort and light to your hearts. She is certainly on horseback in heaven ♥

Lori scheller

December 29, 2020

Dr G and family, There are no words to express how sorry I am, my heart hurts for you, I have not stopped thinking about you and praying that God helps you through this unbearable pain. I’m so so sorry

Lou Manzi

December 28, 2020

So sorry to read this about Emily, I knew Dr. Joe when he cared for my mom and later as one of my guitar students. I never met Emily but recall Joe speaking so fondly about her to me and telling me about her outstanding musical talent and abilities. I am shocked to hear of this for someone so young. Sympathy and prayers to Dr. Joe and family.

Charlene Geer

December 28, 2020

to Joseph and all the families, so sorry to hear of Emily's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May Emily rest in peace. Bless you all.

Pat Hewes

December 27, 2020

Emily was such a beautiful person. A funny, sweet, loving and caring mom and wife, a blessing to all her family! Our sincere condolences and prayers to the Mitchell and Giancaspro family at this difficult time, may God bless...Pat Hewes and family

Marie Patti

December 27, 2020

Emily was a beautiful woman, inside and out. My heart breaks for her immediate and extended family, as well as all who knew and loved her. I will continue to pray for God's comfort and peace through this unimaginable. tragedy.

Renee McDonald

December 27, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My family and I are sending our deepest condolences. May she rest in peace, and praying for you and your family during this very difficult time. Please reach out if there is anything you or your family need.

Jim Preston

December 27, 2020

My heart breaks with the sadness of Emily's so untimely death. She was a light in this world.

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