Zuckerman, Evelyn R. (Cannavo), 72, of Barrington, NH, passed away on Saturday, November 10, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Providence, RI to the late Peter John and Rose (Defusco) Cannavo.
She was a graduate of Mount Pleasant High School in Providence before going to work for Benny’s. She helped build her husband’s business, Brewster Hill Nursery, and eventually left Benny’s to devote her time to the business and her family. She was a past president of B'nai B'rith Women and the Rhode Island Club of Pinellas County. She spent her time volunteering for organizations to help enhance the lives of others. She enjoyed spending time with friends playing Scrabble.
Evelyn was preceded in passing by her husband, Fred Zuckerman, and her brothers, Peter John Cannavo Jr. and Ramon Cannavo. Evelyn is survived by her daughters, Lisa Titus and her husband Todd of Barrington, NH, and Laura McCollum and her husband Robert of Florida. Her grandchildren, Benjamin Titus, Joshua Zuckerman, Robin McCollum, and her great-granddaughter, Arielle Zuckerman. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews and dear friends both in Rhode Island and Florida.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM on Friday, November 16, 2018 at the Priest Chapel in Lincoln Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to Rhode Island Jewish Museum 24 Douglas Ave. Providence, RI 02908.
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