In loving memory of

Doris Boiani
March 2, 1924 - May 16, 2022

Mrs. Doris Boiani, age 98, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on May 16, 2022.

Doris was born in Newport, RI to August and Elvira (Briscoli) Ciavarini. Doris was the wife of Leo Boiani for 70 years.

A loving mother and homemaker, her family was her passion. Doris was a remarkable cook and enjoyed preparing Italian meals for her family. When she was younger, Doris really enjoyed being in a bowling league with her sisters and friends.

Doris is survived by her children, Leo Boiani, Jr. and, Susan Mascena, her grandchildren, Melanie, Mark, Carissa, Rachel, and Angela. She will also be missed by her great grandchildren, Brittany, Emma and Nicholas.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo Boiani.

Visitation will be held Friday, May 20, 2022, 8:30-9:30 AM at Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Rd., Portsmouth.

Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Doris Boiani will be held on Friday, May 20, 2022, at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph's Church, Mann Ave at Broadway, Newport. Burial will immediately follow at St. Columba Catholic Cemetery, Middletown.

Tributes

Nora Mace wrote on May 26, 2022:

"Sue my deepest condolences to you and your family."

Missy Dias Munroe wrote on May 26, 2022:

"Sue and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. May your cherished memories of your Mom always remain in your heart and help you get through this sad time."

Carol McManus wrote on May 19, 2022:

"Doris (your mother) was a good wife, a good mother and an honest person. Our deepest condolences, Aunt Carol and the entire McManus family."

Robert T. Kain wrote on May 18, 2022:

"Leo, I am greatly saddened by your Mom's passing. She was the kindest and sweetest of all my childhood friends mothers, in fact I was envious of you. Twinks"

Susan Hopf wrote on May 17, 2022:

"I used to work with Doris at Woolworth's in the 80's.. She was a really nice lady and we were friends.. We sent Christmas cards to each other for years.. My condolences to her family.."

BethTaberCasey wrote on May 17, 2022:

"My deepest sympathy to you both. Your mom was a beautiful lady and what a great life she had. Hold those wonderful memories close."