Sacks Kornfeld, Irene (Dittelman)

Las Vegas, NV Sacks Kornfeld, Irene (Dittelman), 77, died Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Mother’s Touch Senior Home, NV. Born in Providence, RI, the daughter of the late Elliott and Eleanor (Copolof) Dittelman, Irene had resided in Las Vegas for approximately the last 10 years, previously residing in New York City, NY. She was a retail clothing buyer who had traveled world-wide. Irene was a Graduate of Boston University. She had an amazing eye for fashion and enjoyed her collection of clothing and handbags. An avid bridge player, who loved travel, shopping, theatre, and music. To family and friends, her greatest qualities revolved around her generosity and her compassion for others. Dearest sister of Helen Dittelman-Dolan and her husband, William Dolan of...

Posted on Oct 29, 2025 | 1 comment

Litchman, Judith

Providence Litchman, Judith M., 95, died October 23, 2025, at her home in Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Dr. Henry M. Litchman. Born in Camden, NJ, the daughter of the late Albert and Florence (Berman) Melnik, she had lived in Providence for over 60 years. She was a graduate of Rutgers University and earned a master’s degree from the New York School of Social Work (now part of Columbia University). She spent several years with Jewish Family Services in New York City with a mission of helping others. After moving to Rhode Island, Judith furthered her goal by volunteering with numerous local community and social service organizations, including the National Council of Jewish Women, Volunteers in Action, and the Providence Public Schools. She was...

Posted on Oct 23, 2025 | 7 comments

Rubin, Denise

Narragansett Rubin, Denise J., 74, died Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at home. She was the beloved wife of David W. Pierce for 30 years. Born in Bronx, NY, a daughter of the late Milton and Miriam (Blau) Rubin, she had lived in Narragansett for more than 40 years, after living in NY. Denise was a member of Congregation Beth David. She was a speech and language pathologist for the Narragansett school system, retiring several years ago. When she wasn’t busy traveling around the world, Denise helped manage Parcel of Paradise Farm in Charlestown RI. She was a brilliant and loving yoga instructor, found deep peace in gardening, and loved sailing and helping to rehabilitate horses. Devoted mother of Geoffrey Pierce of New Bedford, MA, Keith Pierce and his wife, Brandy,...

Posted on Oct 22, 2025 | 8 comments

Cohen, Richard

Richard Howard Cohen, 82, of Wakefield, RI died on Saturday, October 18, 2025. He was a longtime resident of Cranston where he and his late wife of 57 years Paula S. Cohen, raised their five children. He was born in Providence, RI in 1942 to Jacob and Miriam Cohen. Richard attended Cranston East High School before studying business at Johnson and Wales University. Richard is survived by his children David and Michelle Cohen, Miriam Cohen and Rob Robinson, Robert and Melissa Cohen, Jonathan and Tania Cohen, and Michael and Cara Hiller. He was the proud “Popie” to Jacob and Alexandra Cohen, Jared Elice, Rachel Sokolow, Joshua and Eli Hiller, and Jack and Max Cohen. The funeral will be held at Lincoln Park Cemetery in Warwick, RI at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October...

Posted on Oct 20, 2025 | 1 comment

Walder, Leona B. “Nonie”

Leona Berlow Walder, ”Nonie,” passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, at the age of 97. Nonie was born in Woonsocket, RI, on May 7, 1928 to Charles Berlow and Ida Lunetsky Berlow, joining older sisters Cynthia and Evelyn Berlow. The Berlow family moved from Woonsocket to Providence, where Nonie graduated from Hope High. Theirs was a home filled with music and learning. Nonie graduated from Rhode Island State College (now URI), majoring in Math, Education, and Music, making a name for herself as a pianist, soloing in a senior recital, accompanying dance classes and singers, having a classical music show on the campus radio station, and giving piano lessons. She belonged to Sigma Delta Tau sorority, serving as officer and Panhellenic representative. At RI...

Posted on Oct 16, 2025 | 11 comments