Celeste M. Ripanti Obituary
We announce the death of Celeste M. Ripanti of Scituate, Rhode Island, who passed away on May 18, 2026. Celeste will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. 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 Iacona and Antonetta Iacona (Carlone); her close friend Italo Fargnoli; her siblings, Michael, Joseph, John Iacona and Theresa Studley-Abatiello; her son-in-law Kerry Patterson; her grandchildren, Sean McLaughlin and Rebecca Hickey; Algy F. Ripanti.
She is survived by: her granddaughter Lisa; her children, Linda McLaughlin (Henry), Marie Hickey, Sandra Patterson and John Ripanti; and her caregivers, Jenn B and Rebecca. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
