In loving memory of

Marie Josephine Catuogno
September 11, 2021

Marie Josephine (Donatelli) Catuogno passed away on September 11, 2021. She was born in Providence, RI on December 2, 1929. She is predeceased by her parents, Tommaso and Berenice Donatelli. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Dr. Anthony Catuogno, and her five daughters, Lisa Marie and her husband, Carl Clark; Paula and her husband, Thomas Morra; Susan and her husband, John DeSantis; Judy and her partner, David Greelish; and Joy, and her partner, Christopher Fiumara. She is also survived by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Daniel McKinley, his wife Lex, and their children Ewan and Julian; Maria McKinley; Michael DeSantis, his wife Caitlin, and their children, James, Charlie, and Peter; Robin DeSantis; and Scott DeSantis and his fiancée, Lizzy Briskin.

As a first generation American of Italian immigrants, she embraced education and was a lifelong learner and teacher. She graduated from Classical High School in Providence, RI and went on to earn her Bachelor's in Education from the University of Rhode Island, where she also met her husband 72 years ago. In addition to raising her daughters, she had been a first grade teacher who taught her love of reading to future generations. She was an avid reader who always had her library card ready to find new adventures. She had an inquisitive mind. She loved to learn and for over twenty years was a member of the Circle of Scholars at Salve Regina University.

Her greatest joy was her family, whom she loved with all her heart. As an only child, she cherished each addition to her growing family. She displayed great strength and tenacity throughout her life, a "true wonderment" as her husband often described her.

A celebration of Marie's life will be held on Sunday, September 19, 2021 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at 23 Catherine Street, Newport, RI.

Tributes

Jan Patriarca wrote on Sep 20, 2021:

"Lisa, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family! Your mom was always the shining light in your father's dental practice that I used to go to as a child! She will always be remembered for her kindness and her beautiful smile! No matter how old our parents are when they pass, it always leaves that empty hole in our hearts, as they were our first teachers we relied on and their love was like no other for their family! I hope you and your family find comfort in the coming days, as the memories shared of your mom has touched so many and she will never be forgotten! God Bless her and God Bless Your Family! Jan Patriarca"

Diane Rooney wrote on Sep 14, 2021:

"Joy and Judy, Barry and I are thinking of you and your family and wish you peace and strength in the days and weeks ahead. With heartfelt sympathy, Diane Rooney/Barry Doyle"

Melissa Simmons wrote on Sep 14, 2021:

"Tony and family, I?m saddened by the news of Marie?s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I admired your love, your dedication and kindness to each other. Truly a lovely couple. Love, Melissa Simmons"

Gail (Castaldi) Forand wrote on Sep 13, 2021:

"Lisa and family- I am so sorry to hear about your mom. May memories comfort you and your family. Gail (Castaldi) Forand"

Michael handrigan wrote on Sep 13, 2021:

"Mrs C ...you always had a smile for me,kind words and a weatlh of information...I'll do what you used to tell me to do,always.......the nicest,sweatest lady you could ever meet ...my heart is truly broken for tony and the girls....I love you all."

Susan and Noel Bennett wrote on Sep 12, 2021:

"Paula and Tom, thinking of you and your family. In sympathy, Noel and Susan Bennett"