Joyia J. Smith Warwick, Rhode Island Obituary

Joyia J. Smith

Joyia J. Smith, 78, died Tuesday, August 6, 2019. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Edward J. and Margaret (Finn) Smith, Sr. Joyia was a Licensed Practical Nurse for 42 years at Rhode Island Hospital. She is survived by her sister, Mary F. Smith RN, and sisters-in-law Mary K. Smith and Sharon Smith. She also leaves her beloved nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her siblings, Edward J. Smith Jr., Kevin W. Smith, and Judith A. Hodges. A visitation will be held Tuesday, August 13, 2019 from 8:30-9:30 AM in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Avenue, Warwick, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Clement Church, Long Street, Warwick. Burial will be in St. Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Little Sisters of the Poor, 964 Main Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860 will be appreciated.
August 6, 201908/06/2019
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Jeanne,Lydia,Margaret,Dolores,Mary,Joann,Joe,Mariano,John,Paul,Dorothea,Carol ,Mark Rodrigues
August 9, 2019
More than just a friend to our entire family . Another sister, another auntie ,a godmother and Cinderella we will always remember you through her. We know that Our Lord will take you under his care . To Mary Frances,Mary Mc G,Nancy and Michael giving her the greatest gif... Continue Reading
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Yvonne Gunning
August 9, 2019
So sorry , I worked with Joyia on the RICU in the late 1980's. She was a wonderful nurse and wonderful to work with. Love and peace to her family and friends!
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Lisa Connelly
August 8, 2019
I had the opportunity to work with Joyia at RIH in the mid to late 90’s. We worked in the original Cooperative Care Center when it first opened up. She was always very kind to me, and willing to offer her wisdom. She loved to share her knowledge of flowers and her passio... Continue Reading
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Eleanor Wilson
August 8, 2019
Joyia was a wonderful friend. She would always do anything for you even when she wasn't feeling good. I am going to miss her wonderful stories.
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