Catherine "Kitty" Petrarca

September 30, 1934 - January 12, 2026 (91 years old)

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Catherine "Kitty" Petrarca

September 30, 1934 - January 12, 2026 (91 years old)

Cranston, Rhode Island

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Catherine Petrarca Obituary

Name: Mass of Christian Burial
Start: 2026-01-15T16:30:00
End: 2026-01-15T16:30:00
Location: Sacred Heart Church

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Catherine Petrarca of Cranston, Rhode Island, who passed away on January 12, 2026 at the age of 91. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Catherine Petrarca to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her husband Ralph A. "Happy" Petrarca; her parents, Louis Santo and Natalie Santo (Carbone); and her sister Josephine Silvia. She is survived by: her children, Natalie Kiernan (Kevin), Vincent Petrarca (John Krawchuk) and Anthony Petrarca; her grandchildren, Cailey Kiernan, Connor Kiernan, Olivia Venticinque (Vincent) and Antonio Petrarca; and her brother Frank Santo.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Kitty's memory to the Hope Alzheimer's Center, 25 Brayton Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920 would be appreciated.

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January 22, 2026

Jack Lancellotta wrote a sympathy message

“To TONY & Family ~ So very sorry to hear of your beloved MOM leaving us .. May the Heavenly Risen LORD Bless 'Kitty' her family & friends for all eternity ~ Amen - Alleluia!🙏❤️‍🩹✝️”

January 15, 2026

Jo-Ann Moan wrote a sympathy message

“So sorry for your loss”

January 14, 2026

Maria Duquette wrote a sympathy message

“I was very saddened to hear about the loss of your mother. Kitty always had a kind word and a smile for everyone. My mother appreciated those times when they could get together and chat. She loves to watch you talk about the weather and really enjoyed seeing here these at times! Please let your precious memories fill you with peace. Paul and Maria Petrarca Duquette”

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Mass of Christian Burial

Sacred Heart Church
820 Providence St, West Warwick, RI 02893

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Jan 15

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All Saint's Cemetery
355 Greenwich Ave, Warwick, RI 02886

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