Joseph Prignano

Joseph Prignano, age 87 passed away peacefully at his home in Las Vegas n Nevada on March 5, 2025. Joseph was born on March 4, 1938, in Providence RI, to the late Elvira and Joseph Prignano. He is survived by his wife Helen of 43 years , his cousins , Urbano and Ann Prignano, of  Florida , Joanna Piscione , of Fl, Jean Winslow, of MA, Raymond Alexander, of  NC,  Barbara Read, of RI , Etta  Pendelton, of RI, John Langella, of RI, Pearl Ryan deceased, lifelong friends Jerry and Geraldine  Barone, of RI and Ray De Cicco , of WA.

Joe attended Cranston High School in East Cranson, RI. After high school he worked for Coro Inc. where he attended courses at Brown University, in 1956 he joined the National Guard and was deployed to Germany for a year. Once discharged he worked for General Dynamics in Groton, CT.  In 1968 Joe accepted a position with Litton Ship Systems in El Segundo/Culver City, California., and never looked back. His dream of living in California with the Rose Parade, came true, no more shoveling snow.  He loved his 46 years there with all the opportunities he enjoyed. Times changed as did the state, he and his wife Helen moved to Summerlin, NV, where they retired. They enjoyed outings with friends for parties, dinners and shows. Joe was a dedicated golfer and played weekly until his death. Joe was a loving husband and friend. His easy-going attitude, smile, dry wit and laugh will be missed greatly. He is in the loving hands of Jesus Christ.