Laura Manchester (Allison) Leddy, of East Providence, R.I., and formerly of Pawtucket, R.I. passed away peacefully on Dec. 22, 2024, with her family by her side.
She was born in Providence on Feb. 25, 1956, the oldest daughter of Hugh B. and Mary Lee (McGowan) Allison.
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