Ethel G. Mangiante Obituary
The family announces the passing of Ethel G. Mangiante (Riverside, Rhode Island) on October 7, 2026. Ethel, born on June 1, 1924, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ethel G. Mangiante to show support.
Ethel will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Ethel by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Ethel is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Ethel’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her spouse Achille William Mangiante; her parents, Oresto DiSaia and Eleanor DiSaia (Rossi); her daughter Deborah A. Glassford; and her brothers, Kenneth and Robert DiSaia.
She is survived by: her children, Donna Mangiante Naughton of Montclair and William Mangiante of Aiken; and her sister Ruth Campbell of East Providence. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 16th 2026 at 8:30 AM at the W. Raymond Watson Funeral Home (350 Willett Ave, Riverside, RI 02915). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, October 16th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Holy Angels Church (341 Maple Ave, Barrington, RI 02806).
