Palma Joyce (Cinquegrano) Madden, 81, of Exeter, died peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026. She was the loving wife of the late Thomas Madden. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Olindo and Stella (Garakop) Cinquegrano.
Palma loved spending time with her family especially her sisters. She was a member of the Ocean State Villagers and the Scituate Red Hat Group.
She is survived by her loving sisters, Joan C. Hoard of North Kingstown and Nancy Hutchinson of Johnston and her devoted nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her two sons, Richard Dawson and Stephen Dawson.
Her funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 12:00PM at the URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 800 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick. Visitation will take place prior to the service from 11:00AM-12:00PM. Burial will follow in Rhode Island Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Exeter.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Palma’s memory to Hope Hospice, 1085 North Main St, Providence, RI 02904
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