BORN

1934

DIED

2017

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Wilbur-Romano Funeral Home - Warren

615 Main Street

Warren, Rhode Island

Vincent Gasparro Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 23, 2017.

Vincent J. "Jim" Gasparro, age 83, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 23, 2017 at his home in Barrington surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Jane (Gianfrancesco) Gasparro.

Born and raised in Warren a son of the late Carmine and Antonia (Scalera) Gasparro he lived in Providence and was a longtime resident of Barrington.

A proud United States Navy veteran having served in the Korean Conflict on the U.S.S Iowa, he went to Johnson & Wales University for Business Administration. The owner and operator of Allied Framing Products in Warren he worked for over 40 years until his retirement in 2008.

A member, past president and speaker chairman of the Barrington Rotary, he was also a member of the Barrington Y.M.C.A. A skilled athlete, he played semi-professional football with the RI Colts in the mid-1950s and ran several road races winning many awards. He also enjoyed traveling and adventures with Jane.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Frank Gasparro, grandchildren, Kara and Frank, Jr. and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Belinda Paradiso, Louis Gasparro and Frances Wilson.

His Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 29, 2017 at 10:00 AM in the Wilbur-Romano Funeral Home, 615 Main St., Warren. Visiting hours, Thursday 4:00-7:00PM. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Hope Hospice & Palliative Care of RI, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904. For more information, www.wilbur-romano.com.

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December 29, 2017

nick desisto

Jane and family, Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your lossour thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

December 28, 2017

Kerri Cancelliere

Jane And Family. So Sorry To Hear Of Your Loss. My Thoughts And Prayers Are With You At This Difficult Time. May He Peace In Peace.

December 28, 2017

Kerri Cancelliere

December 28, 2017

Kerri Cancelliere

Jane And Family. So Very Sorry To Hear Of Vinn's Passing. My Thoughts And Prayers Are With All Of You. He Was A Wonderful Man. May He Rest In Peace.

December 28, 2017

Johnny Emma jr

Frankie and Family my Deepest Sympathy on the Loss of your Dad.

December 27, 2017

gail pesapane

Jane and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sincerely,

Richard, Gail, Michael and David Pesapane

December 27, 2017

Vin & Sharon Vendittelli

Jane to you and your family our sincerest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. May he rest in peace and you find peace and comfort in your memories.

December 27, 2017

Eric Marshall

Uncle jimmy, you will be sadly missed.The times that I did get a chance to spend with you it was good and fun talking business and sports .you will always be in my thoughts and heart .Love you. Eric,sailyand Luciana.

December 27, 2017

Liz & Anthony Esposito

Jane and Frankie: Thinking of you in this difficult time. Wishing you strength in the days ahead.
Sincere condolences.

December 26, 2017

Agnes jackvony

Jane and family, So very sorry to hear of Vinni's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May he rest in peace. Agnes G. Jackvony

December 26, 2017

Agnes G. Jackvony

Jane and family, So very sorry to hear of Vinni's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May he rest in peace. Agnes G. Jackvony

December 24, 2017

Angelina F

I have heard of the loss of your loved one Jerimiah 29:11 reminds us that God's true thoughts are of peace for us, no pain. May reflectionon his goodness comfort you.

December 23, 2017

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