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SR 1160

SENATE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF ROGER A. SAVINI

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jake Bissaillon and 8 co-sponsors

Rhode Island Senate expresses condolences on Roger A. Savini’s passing and transmits a certified copy of the resolution to his family, honoring his business leadership.

06/20/2025 Senate read and passed
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Bill Summary · SR 1160

Summary of Senate Resolution SR 1160

Overview

  • Type: Non-binding Senate Resolution (ceremonial)
  • Bill Number: SR 1160
  • Title: Senate Resolution Expressing Condolences on the Passing of Roger A. Savini
  • Jurisdiction: State of Rhode Island
  • Status: Read and passed by the Rhode Island Senate on June 20, 2025
  • Introduced: June 20, 2025
  • Introduced By: Senators Murray, Thompson, Paolino, LaMountain, Lawson, Raptakis, Bissaillon, Britto, and McKenney
  • Referred To: Recommended for Immediate Consideration

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution expresses the Rhode Island Senate’s deepest condolences to the Savini family on the passing of Roger A. Savini.
  • It serves as a formal, commemorative tribute to Mr. Savini’s life, work, and community involvement.
  • It directs the Secretary of State to transmit a duly certified copy of the resolution to Mrs. Micheline Savini and family.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Acknowledges Roger A. Savini’s life and family:
    • Beloved husband of Micheline Savini for 51 years.
    • Born in Woonsocket; son of Arthur William and Jeanne Ledoux Savini.
  • Outlines his career and business leadership:
    • Co-owned Savini’s Restaurant and Ciro’s Tavern in Woonsocket.
    • Prior work at General Motors; successful career as a real estate broker.
    • Also owned Chipman’s Corner, Fairmount St. Fish & Chip restaurants, and a local laundromat.
  • Describes community involvement and personal interests:
    • Active in local social clubs: Italian Workingman’s Club, Cercle Laurier, the Elks, and St. Joseph’s Veterans Association.
    • Enjoyed blackjack, trips to Atlantic City and Las Vegas, and annual family vacations to Aruba.
  • Family and survivors:
    • Wife: Micheline Savini.
    • Daughters: Jill Andrea Moylan and Gina Marie Savini Fague (and husband Jeffery Fague).
    • Grandchildren: Makenna Marie, Emelia Marie, Hanna Marie Moylan, Nico Savini, Giada Savini Fague.
    • Siblings: Elaine Savini, Nancy Davidge (and husband Billy Davidge); predeceased by brother Robert Savini and wife Karen Savini.
  • Formal action:
    • Expresses deepest condolences to the Savini family.
    • Authorizes the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to the family.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary: Roger A. Savini family and the immediate survivors.
  • Secondary: The broader Rhode Island community that recognizes his contributions as a business owner and community member.
  • No statutory changes, fiscal impact, or regulatory requirements are introduced; this is a ceremonial memorial.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction date: June 20, 2025.
  • Action: Recommended for Immediate Consideration on the same day of introduction.
  • Final status: Senate read and passed on June 20, 2025.
  • Document code: LC003081 (internal legislative reference).

Impact and Takeaway

  • SR 1160 is a formal, respectful acknowledgment of Roger A. Savini’s life, business leadership, and community involvement.
  • It provides a ceremonial vehicle for the Senate to offer condolences and to publicly recognize his contributions to Rhode Island.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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