Alfred "Fred" E. Pinocci

Alfred (Fred) E. Pinocci, of Burrillville, RI passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, at Bayberry Commons Rehabilitation Center in Pascoag after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease, surrounded by family. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late Alfred “Fred” and Mary (Kwasnicki) Pinocci. Fred was the beloved husband of Paulette (Lizotte) Pinocci, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage. A proud veteran of the United States Army, Fred honorably served his country during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he enjoyed a distinguished 43-year career with CVS, beginning when the company was a small business owned by Goldstein's. His work brought him to all states across the country, including California. Fred was a life member of the Italian Workingmen’s Club. He took great pleasure in dancing, listening to music from the 1950s and 1960s, and playing cards. An avid sports enthusiast, he played as a leftie baseball player and outstanding pitcher throughout his school years. His passion for sports continued throughout his life as he spent countless hours playing sports with his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, and attending all their games with pride. He cherished his family deeply and found joy in the simple pleasures of life, especially spending time at home and walking his property. In addition to the love of his life his wife Paulette, Fred is survived by his son, SGT. Joel Pinocci of the Jamestown Police Department, and his wife, Brandy; his cherished granddaughters, Brooke and Marissa; and his close nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his mother-in-law, Josette Lizotte. Arrangements have been entrusted to Keene-Brown Funeral Home, 445 Greenville Rd., North Smithfield, RI. Services and burial at St. Theresa’s Cemetery will be held privately. In Lieu of flowers, donations in Fred’s memory may be made to the Italian Workingmen’s Club Scholarship Fund, 947 Diamond Hill Rd., Woonsocket, RI 02895.

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