Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Parillo and Annunziata (Gliottone) Zanni.
Michael was employed by the State of Rhode Island; Department of Corrections for many years as the Assistant to the Warden before retiring. After his retirement, he worked for Forest Hill Nursery. He was also a World War II Army Veteran.
He was the brother of William Zanni and Lily Martinelli and uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late Alfred, Angelo and Lawrence Zanni, Angie Iannozzi and Pauline Gelfuso.
His funeral with visitation will be held Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at 10:00 am from the ROMANO FUNERAL HOME, 627 Union Avenue, Providence followed by a service in the funeral home at 11:00 am. Graveside burial, with Military Honors to follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mike’s memory to the Home and Hospice Care of RI, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904. www.romanofuneralhome.com.
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