PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The La Salle Academy community is grieving the loss of Roberto DiMascio, a beloved World Languages teacher whose warmth, humor, and devotion left an enduring mark on generations of students. DiMascio passed away after a courageous fight, leaving behind his wife Mercedes and their two children, Dario and Sofia. For 14 years, DiMascio served as an educator and mentor at the respected college-preparatory school in Providence, where he also moderated the Italian Club — a role through which he inspired countless students to explore language, culture, and connection. Known for his lively spirit and caring nature, he…