Susan Ascenio Obituary
The family of Susan Ascenio of Barrington, Rhode Island announces her passing on October 4, 2026. Susan, born on April 15, 1936, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Susan Ascenio or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Manuel C. Melo and Nicolina Melo (Sousa); and her siblings, Maria DeLourdes Boavida, Maria Inez Carvalho, Maria Adelaide Alberto, Fernanda DeMelo Sousa and Armanda Silveira.
She is survived by: her children, Carlos A. Arsenio of East Providence, Nelson Ascenio of East Providence and Ana Paula Arsenio of Tiverton; her sister Maria De Deus Terra of East Providence; and her grandchildren, Christopher, Michael, Raquel, Thomas, Briana and Carizia. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM at the Rebello Funeral Home & Crematory (901 Broadway, East Providence, RI 02914). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Our Lady of the Rosary Church (21 Traverse St, Providence, RI 02903). A committal service will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 at 11:30 AM at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery (550 Wampanoag Trl, Riverside, RI 02915).
