Ralph J. Willis Obituary
The passing of Ralph J. Willis (Providence, Rhode Island) occurred on September 20, 2026. Ralph, born on December 15, 1929, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ralph J. Willis to show support.
He was predeceased by: his wife Kathleen M. Willis (Garille); his parents, Walter Wasileuskas and Eva Wasileuskas (Laipenis); his son Ralph W. Willis; and his siblings, George Willis, Mary Willis, Eva Jenkins and Ann Prochniak.
He is survived by: his daughters, Lori Tortolani (Kenneth) and Teri Rozzero (Michael Jr.); his grandchildren, Sean Giles, Jill Tortolani Mammarelli, Craig Tortolani, Marc Tortolani, Nicole Verardo and Michael Rozzero III; and his great grandchildren, Olivia Giles, Gianni Verardo and Luca Mammarelli.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 29th 2026 from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Russell J Boyle and Son Funeral Homes (331 Smith St, Providence, RI 02908). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, September 29th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the St Augustine Catholic Church (20 Old Rd, Providence, RI 02908). A burial will be held on Tuesday, September 29th 2026 from 12:30 PM to 12:45 PM at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery (550 Wampanoag Trl, Riverside, RI 02915).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Smithfield Elks Lodge No. 2359, 326 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917.
