Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Victor Vani, Sr. and Rose (Zannini) Vani .
Before retirement, Barbara worked for Bank of America and Citizens Bank.
She was the loving mother of Andrea Drager; beloved sister of Victor Vani Jr., Rosemary Ciruolo, Richard Vani, and the late Josephine Vani; adored sister in law of Wayne and Evelyn; and devoted aunt of several nieces and nephews. She also is survived by her cherished dog, Chloe.
Relatives and friends are invited to join the family for her committal service on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Ann Cemetery, 73 Church Street, Cranston. Guests are asked to gather in the parking lot across from the main entrance of the cemetery at 10:45 am and we will proceed into the cemetery in procession.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society in Barbara’s memory would be appreciated, https://www.cancer.org/about-us/local/rhode-island.html
