Anna J. Waters

ProvidenceAnna Josephine (Comella) Waters, 88, passed away on February 24th, with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Francis E. Waters, with whom she had been married for 64 years.Born in Providence, Anna was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (DiRocco) Comella. She lived most of her life in Smith Hill, before moving to North Providence.Besides her husband, Francis, she is survived by her daughter, Diana Waters Miele, her son, Francis E. Waters, Jr., her grandchildren, John Scully, Stefanie Santana and her husband Daniel, her great grandchildren, Michael Joseph, Madison Scully, Olivia Santana, and Owen Santana. Anna was the sister of the late Rose Fratelli, Salvatore E., Frank, and Sam Comella. Anna enjoyed Sunday dinners with her family, shopping, and had a deep love for animals.Her funeral will be held on Friday, at 8:15 from the Russell J. Boyle & Son Funeral Home, 331 Smith Street, Providence. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in Saint Mary Church, 70 Church Street, West Warwick. Burial will be in Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery, Exeter. Calling hours will be held Thursday, 5 - 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Beacon Hospice, 1 Catamore Blvd, East Providence, RI 02914 in Anna's memory would be appreciated.