Born in the Dominican Republic, she was the daughter of Miledys Viola and the late Fernando Santana.
Raquel came to the United States in 1989 and owned and operated a floral shop on Manton Avenue for many years.
Besides her husband, she leaves her two loving sons, Raul E. Gonzalez and Richard F. Gonzalez and her adored grandchildren, Jaelynn, Sophia and Ethan. She also leaves several brothers and sisters.
Visitation will be held Thursday, March 14, 2019 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the ROMANO FUNERAL HOME, 627 Union Avenue, Providence.
Funeral will begin Friday, March 15, 2019 at 9:00 am at the funeral home followed by a service at 10:00 in the funeral home.
Burial will follow in North Burial Ground Cemetery, 5 Branch Avenue, Providence. www.romanofuneralhome.com.