Natalie G. Arico, 85, of Riverside, RI, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 4, 2020. She was the wife of the late Vincent Arico. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Arruda) Soares.

Natalie leaves behind three children: Pamela Marsoobian and her husband, Richard, of North Providence, RI; Lisa Mancone of North Providence, RI; and Christopher Tessier of Pawtucket, RI. She was the proud “Grandma” to 6 grandchildren and “Gigi” to 5 great-grandchildren. Natalie is preceded in death by her son, Michael and her sister, Joan McIntire. She also leaves a brother John Soares and wife, Mary-Louise, of Somerset, MA. 

Natalie worked at Stop and Shop as the Cash Office Manager for over 35 years and after her retirement she worked at Dunkin Donuts for several years. Natalie and Vincent were married for 25 years and enjoyed many years with their children and grandchildren. She always had a passion for local sports – especially the Red Sox, Patriots, Celtics and PC Friars.