Angela Marie Ronci, age 85, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 20, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, to Mary (Mortoro) Martucci and Vincenzo Martucci, Angela was a Warwick resident for 40 years and led a life filled with love, warmth, and dedication to her family and community.
Angela graduated from St. Mary's Academy of the Visitation in 1957 and later completed her studies at Cosmetology School. Together with her devoted husband, Romeo "Roy" Ronci, she was a hair stylist and co-owned Hill House Beauty Salon in Providence, RI, for 42 successful years. Their salon was a hub of beauty and community, reflecting Angela's passion and commitment.
Family was the cornerstone of Angela's life. She took immense joy in spending time with and caring for her children and grandchildren. Hosting and entertaining family and friends were among her favorite pastimes. Angela also enjoyed doing word searches and crocheting.
In 2014, Angela moved to Bradenton, Florida, to live with her daughter and family. For the past 1.5 years, she resided at Benderson Family Skilled Nursing at Aviva Senior Living Community in Sarasota. There, she made many new friends and particularly enjoyed watching Hallmark Movies with her dear roommate, Margaret.
Angela was renowned for her kind, generous, and faithful spirit. Her infamous chicken cutlets, lasagna and delicious homemade pizza were the highlights of many family gatherings, symbolizing her love and dedication to those she cared for.
Angela is survived by her children: Steven Ronci (Susan), Roberta Tvenstrup (Chad), John Ronci (Crystal Roberts), and Rochelle Duffy (John); her brother Robert Martucci; her grandchildren: Brittany Conde (Joe), Gianna Palermo, Alexandria Palermo (Anthony Malardo), Liam Tvenstrup, Joshua Tvenstrup, Emmi Tvenstrup; and three great-granddaughters.
She was preceded in death by her husband Romeo "Roy" Ronci, her father Vincenzo Martucci, her mother Mary (Mortoro) Martucci, and her brother Vincent Martucci.
A Christian burial service will take place at St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston, RI, on Friday, July 5th at 10:00 am.
Angela's spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew her, a testament to a life well-lived, full of love and kindness. She will be dearly missed and forever remembered.
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Donations in her memory may be made to Underdog Rescue of Florida. This organization provides a second-chance to elderly dogs who need new homes, and with her daughter, Roberta's involvement in their foster program over the years, Angela was able to witness and be a part of many of the lives of these lucky dogs! https://underdogrescueofflorida.com