Marilyn Laura Bardell
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Marilyn Laura Bardell, 79, of Smithfield, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was a beloved sister, godmother, aunt, and friend, and was predeceased by her husband, Frederick K. Bardell, to whom she was married for [...]

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Feb
Barbara M. Sionni
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Barbara M. Sionni 93, of Providence, passed away peacefully at Fatima Hospital, North Providence, February 15, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late John B. Sionni. A loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, Barbara is survived by her children, John F. [...]

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Feb
Janet Dixon
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Janet Dixon Janet Salvatore Dixon, 69, of Providence, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at Roger Williams Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Paul F. Dixon. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Anita (Gelsomino) Salvatore. Janet [...]

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Feb
Books Are Wings
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Books Are Wings, a nonprofit that puts free books into the hands of Rhode Island children, is looking for volunteers to help at community and school events throughout the state. Tasks include setting up, managing, and breaking down the book table and helping children select [...]

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Feb
Providence Promise
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Providence Promise, which helps local families plan for higher education for their children, seeks volunteers to assist with its programming and at community events. Events and workshops are designed for specific age groups and most are held on Thursday/Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons. The organization’s [...]

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Feb
Habitat for Humanity
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Habitat for Humanity is in need of volunteers to pick up donations of furniture across the state. This is an opportunity to explore Rhode Island and to help make a big impact with each shift. Volunteers for this role should be comfortable lifting sofas, dressers, [...]

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Feb
Michelle Lavoie
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Michelle Lavoie Michelle Lavoie, 57, of Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at Elmhurst Extended Care. All services are private. Her arrangements are entrusted to SKEFFINGTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATIONS 925 Chalkstone Avenue Providence, RI 02908. For online condolences kindly visit: Hillskeffington.com

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Feb
Edith (DiCicco) Morrell
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Edith (DiCicco) Morrell, 91 of Smithfield passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late George E. Morrell for 63 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Federico and [...]

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Feb
Rodney L. Woodson
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Rodney “Nut” Woodson Obituary Rodney L. Woodson, born on August 27, 1957, peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Rhode Island Hospital. Rodney was the beloved son of the late LaNeir Fisher and Wallace Woodson. He was a devoted and [...]

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Feb
Polene Laurore
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Polene Laurore Obituary One night I had a dream… I dreamed I was walking along the beach with the Lord, and Across the sky flashed scenes from my life. For each scene I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand; One belonged to me, [...]

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Feb