Angela Ciunci

Angela "Angel" Ciunci, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and quiet faith. She was the cherished daughter of the late Umberto and Flora (Mandora) Ciunci.

Angela was a proud graduate of Cranston High School East and a lifelong Rhode Islander whose warmth and kindness touched everyone she met. She found great joy in life’s simple pleasures — sharing pizza with family, savoring a piece of chocolate, or spending quiet time with the animals she adored. Her devotion to her faith was unwavering and deeply personal, offering her strength throughout life’s challenges and inspiring those around her with grace and resilience.

Angela is survived by her loving son and daughter-in-law Gino and Jillian LaFazia, daughter Donia LaFazia, and her devoted sisters and her brothers in law; Etta Antonette Hudson, Sandra and Robert Clark, as well as Deborah and Lawrence Ciunci Wier.  She was the sister-in-law of the late Patrick Gagidnize. She was predeceased by her sister and brother-in-law Frederick & Elaine Finnegan.  Angela also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, as well as a great-great niece and nephew who will forever hold her memory close to their hearts.

Those who knew Angela will remember her gentle spirit, quiet humor, deep compassion, and the unconditional love she offered to both people and animals alike. Her presence will be dearly missed and never forgotten.

A service will be held by the family to celebrate Angela’s life and honor her memory. Visitation will be held on Sunday August 24, 2025 from 4:00-7:00pm in The Butterfield Chapel 500 Pontiac Avenue Cranston.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday August 25, 2025 at 10:00am in the Holy Apostles Church 800 Pippen Orchard Road Cranston.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hope Hospice or a local animal shelter in her name.