Karen M. Gregory
Date of Passing:
Karen Marie (Siravo) Gregory, 69, of Beverly Road, Riverside, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. She was the beloved wife and lifelong partner of Richard C. Gregory.
Born in Providence, Karen was the cherished daughter of the late Theodore and Eleanor (Foster) Siravo. She spent nearly her entire life—67 years—in the Riverside community, where her presence was a quiet and enduring source of love and warmth.
Karen dedicated much of her life to nurturing others, both in her family and through the Home Day Care she lovingly provided. Her gentle spirit, unwavering kindness, and deep devotion to the children in her care left an indelible mark on all who knew her. A faithful communicant of St. Brendan Church, Karen found comfort and community in her faith, which guided her life and gave strength to those around her.
Karen’s legacy of love, compassion, and quiet strength will continue to live on in the hearts of her family, friends, and all those fortunate enough to have been touched by her care.
Besides her husband, Karen is survived by her devoted daughter, Cara L. Gregory of Riverside; her loving son, Richard C. Gregory Jr. of Brooklyn, CT; and two treasured grandchildren, Shawn Mangum and Kylie Gregory, who brought immense joy to her life. She also leaves behind her dear brother, Terry Siravo of Warwick, and her sister, Susan Zeigler of Riverside. Karen was predeceased by her sister, Martha Brown.
Her Funeral will be held from the W. Raymond Watson Funeral Home, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Brendan Church, Turner Avenue, Riverside on a date and time to be announced. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Providence.
I am so sorry to hear that Karen has passed! She was one-of-a-kind and did so much in Riverside that it seemed like she was everywhere and knew everyone! She was a great person and was a wonderful friend to many, especially my mom. Karen helped to care for many young people (many now adults!) in our community and her passing leaves a void in many people’s lives. I’ll always remember her pumpkin carving parties, the car shows, and coming by my parent’s house. My deepest condolences to Ricky, Cara and Shaun, RJ, Andrea and Kylie and all who care for her. May she rest in peace!
I’ve known Karen since Waddington School, we grew up together in Riverside and I have such fond memories of her. She was always laughing and so much fun to hang out with. I send my deepest condolences to her family for their loss and hope they can find comfort in the fond memories she has left for them as well.
Oh what a loss to this world. Karen had such a joyful spirit and had a kind presence . She will missed by many .
Rickey, Cara,RJ, Shawn, Susan and Terry may you find peace in all the wonderful memories you had together.
Growing up next door to the Siravo’s was lots of fun. I can still hear Ted calling King, the family dog. So many memories.
RIP my friend!
The whole has lost an incredibly kind person. My thoughts are with her family. I grew up with Karen in Riverside; we went to Waddington and girl scouts together. I am so glad we got to reconnect at our (45th?) reunion. May she rest in peace.
Rick and family,so sorry for your loss. She was a great friend and neighbor. She will be greatly missed. She had the nicest smile,that would light a room. Rest in peace,Karen.
My condolences. May she rest in peace, and may God give you comfort and love. God bless
Condolences to you and your family
Rick, to you and your family, our deepest sympathy on your loss.
Dear Gregory family,
My deepest condolences on your loss. Karen wasn’t also a neighbor of our community but she cared for my two grandchildren- Patrick & Riley Havers. She was a gem at what she did. Karen and I continued to cross paths- sometimes at local stores or when she was walking her dogs. God bless you Karen, may you RIP.
Ann Borges
My deepest condolences to Karen’s family, I’ve known Karen since Waddington Elementary School. She was a kind and caring person. My she rest in peace.
My deepest and most sincere condolences to the family. I went to high school with Karen and we would see each other at the Class Reunion. My mother worked with her mother at the Miriam Hospital. Again, I am so sorry for your loss.
Rick and Family, so sorry for your loss!! Karen was the most kind,loving ,sincere person. She will be greatly missed. Rest in peace.