Born in Boston, MA, she was the daughter of the late Dennis and Helen (Roche) Maloney.
Eileen graduated from Cathedral High School and then on to a career of over 40 years with Blue Cross/Blue Shield in Boston, finance division. She was blessed with many lifelong friends there.
Eileen met her husband Jack "Mickey" Mento while at Blue Cross they married and resided in Medfield, Massachusetts for 35 years eventually moving to The Cottages at West Glen in West Warwick, Rhode Island, where they spent much time with family, childhood and new friends.
Eileen spent great times listening to Jack singing with the groups Reminisce and Classic Blend. Many good friends have resulted because of this special time in their lives. She enjoyed walking, and of course her Thursday and Sunday rituals with Jack and their dear friends. Eileen and Jack are so proud of their nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews for the inspiring people they have become.
Anyone who encountered Eileen has been blessed by a funny, happy, loving ray of sunshine and optimism that will remain in their hearts always.
Besides her husband, she leaves her brother John Maloney, her sister, Marie Bettes and several nieces and nephews. She was also the sister of the late Paul Maloney.
Visitation will be held Thursday, October 15, 2026 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM in the PONTARELLI-MARINO FUNERAL HOME, 971 Branch Avenue, Providence.
Funeral will be held Friday, October 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM from the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in St. Ann Church, 280 Hawkins Street, Providence.
Burial to follow in St. Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket.
