Aniello, Shirley, L., 87, of North Broadway, died peacefully on January 8, 2013 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Vincent T. Aniello.

Born in Riverside, a daughter of the late Elmer and Frances (Lewis) Lother, she lived in Riverside most of her life.

Mrs. Aniello was a communicant of St. Brendan Church and former member of the church choir. She enjoyed playing the piano, listening to music and her art.

Shirley was a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design Class of 1946.

Besides her husband of 59 years, she is survived by two sons; Thomas V. Aniello of Warwick and Alfred W. Aniello of East Providence, two daughters; Elizabeth A. Banasik of Webster, MA and Jean M. Martin of East Providence, a sister; Joyce Mabey of NH, six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Dorothy Hildreth.

Her funeral will be held on Tuesday January 15, 2013 from the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 8 am with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Brendan Church, Turner Avenue, Riverside at 10 am. Burial will follow in St. Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket.

Calling hours are Tuesday morning 8-9 am. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in Shirley’s memory to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI, 02904 would be deeply appreciated.