Robert S. Ortoleva, age 98, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Roberto S. and Francesca (Gelardi) Ortoleva. He was the beloved husband of the late Norma (Napolillo) Ortoleva; loving father Robert Ortoleva Jr., Joseph Ortoleva and his wife Bellamarie Ortoleva, and the late Donna Ortoleva; brother of the late Joseph Ortoleva, Richard Ortoleva and Doris Ortoleva; cherished grandfather of Krystal Riner and Salvatore Ortoleva and his wife Erica Ortoleva; and great-grandfather of Aaliyah Ortoleva, Kimberlea Ortoleva, and Weston Riner. Robert also leaves behind his nephew Robert Ortoleva and niece Roberta Ortoleva.
Robert proudly served in the U.S. Army in the Medical Unit during WWII.
He was self-employed as an insurance agent and bail bondsman for most of his life until his retirement.
Visitation will be on Tuesday May 24th 5:00-7:00 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 6:30 p.m. in the Romano Funeral Home, 627 Union Ave, Providence