Irene M. Ruggieri Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 3, 2026, Irene M. Ruggieri (Riverside, Rhode Island) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, John Paolino and Mary Paolino (DiOrio); her husband John Ruggieri, Jr.; and her brother John Paolino. She is survived by: her sister Marie Raso (Thomas) of Warren; her sister-in-law Kitty Murray of Bristol; her nieces and nephews, John Ruggieri III (Peggy) of Barrington, Dr. Paul Ruggieri (Erin) of Bristol, Steven Ruggieri of Naples and Bishop James Ruggieri of Portland, Maine.; her grandchildren, John Ruggieri IV (Bridget), Kyle Ruggieri (Kendell), Julie Boynton (Sam), Dr. Danielle Ruggieri and Cody Heusmann; and her stepgrandchildren, Matt (Erin), Ryan (Brittany), Jack (Hillary), Emily, Thomas, Julian Ruggieri, Avery, Theo and Ella Boynton. She is also survived by loving Nana to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Catholic Foundation of RI, One Cathedral Square, Providence RI 02903.