Sgt. Anthony Massimino
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     Sgt. Anthony Massimino, 81, of Foster, previously of Cranston, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.  He was the beloved husband of Carole (Kishdoian) Massimino for the past 61 years.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Italo and Olympia (Carcieri) Massimino.  Anthony was a Cranston Police Officer for 29 years retiring as Sergeant in 1996. He was also United States Air Force Reserve Veteran.   Besides his beloved wife he is survived by his loving son Anthony J. Massimino II and his wife Tina of Cranston, his dear sisters Ann Marie Massimino of Providence, Claire and her husband Richard  Parsons of Cranston, and Lucille Massimino of Scituate, and son-in-law Michael Sepe of Hope. He was the grandfather of Lauren Massimino and Anthony Meo, and uncle of Regina Spirito of Cranston.  He was also the loving father of the late Michael Massimino and  Nancy Sepe.  
     Rest in peace our brother. 

     Major George Carello passed away on November 8, 2020, surrounded by his family.  A lifelong resident of Cranston, he attended local schools and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Law Enforcement from Bryant College.

     George was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and Korean War veteran, having served from 1951 to 1954.  He joined the Cranston Police Department in 1959, and was promoted to sergeant in 1969.  He was promoted to  lieutenant in 1972, and to captain in 1977.   In July of 1984 he became the department’s first major.  Major Carello retired from the police department after 30 years of service.    

     Major Carello was also involved in the Marne Corps League supporting current troops and mentoring young Marines.

     Rest in Peace our brother. 

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