HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF LINDA ZANNI

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STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY
JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2026
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H O U S E R E S O L U T I O N
EXPRESSING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF LINDA ZANNI

Introduced By:
Representatives Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Slater, Chippendale, Solomon,
Kennedy, Tanzi, Fogarty, Phillips, and Ajello

Date Introduced:
April 07, 2026

Referred To:
House read and passed
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WHEREAS, It is with deep sadness that this House has learned of the passing of Linda
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Marie Zanni, whose life was defined by kindness, generosity, and the unconditional love she gave
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so freely. Linda was the cherished mother of Kara Zanni Sides, and her husband, Adoniram
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Sides; and
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WHEREAS, A proud Rhode Islander, Linda was born and raised in Pawtucket and
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maintained a lifelong connection to her roots. She embraced the traditions, culture, and simple
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joys that make the Ocean State so special like endless beach days and a passion for seafood; and
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WHEREAS, Linda made her home in Scituate for many years, where she fostered a
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warm and welcoming environment, filling it with music, dancing, and cooking. She built a
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vibrant life grounded in laughter and love; and
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WHEREAS, Linda was widely known for her open heart and open door, offering
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comfort, compassion, and a sense of belonging to many, becoming a trusted presence in the lives
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of those around her, and leaving a lasting impact on all who knew her; and
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WHEREAS, As the owner of a local dance studio, Linda devoted nearly two decades to
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sharing her love of dance with her students, inspiring confidence, creativity, and self-expression;
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and
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WHEREAS, In her public service, Linda served the State of Rhode Island as a typist in
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Legislative Council at the State House, where her kindness, gentle spirit, and warm demeanor
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were deeply valued by her former colleagues; and
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WHEREAS, She leaves behind her beloved nieces, Diana Beeley-Andrade, Maureen

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Simpson, and Donna Gouveia, and her devoted companion, Dennis Kimball, as well as many
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extended family members, friends, and former students who will long cherish her memory; and
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WHEREAS, Linda Zanni's legacy is one of compassion, generosity, and unwavering
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love, and her presence will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege to know her; now,
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therefore be it
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RESOLVED, That this House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island hereby
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expresses its deepest condolences on the passing of Linda Zanni and extends its sincere sympathy
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to her family and loved ones; and be it further
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RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to
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transmit duly certified copies of this resolution to the family of Linda Zanni.
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