Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Marion (Keris) Paola.
She was the mother of Leslie Dwyer and Stephanie DiTusa.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, August 28, 2026 at 9:30 AM in Our Lady of Grace Church, 15 George Waterman Road, Johnston. Burial will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to both the Village at Waterman Lake and to HopeHealth Hospice for the wonderful care and compassion shown to Carol.
For online condolences, please visit www.pontarellimarinofunerals.com