Joan B. (Taylor) Brightman
Date of Passing:
Joan B. (Taylor) Brightman, 67, of Garden Street, Cranston, died peacefully at home on Saturday, January 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Bruce E. Brightman, with whom she shared a life filled with love and devotion.
Born in Providence, Joan was a daughter of the late Franklin and Dorothy (Baggesen) Taylor. She lived in Cranston for the past 12 years, having previously resided in Riverside.
Joan was a devoted homemaker who found her greatest joy in caring for those she loved. She had a deep appreciation for life’s simple pleasures and enjoyed gardening, dancing, listening to music, singing karaoke, shopping with her sisters, and, most of all, spending time with her cherished grandchildren. Joan was also a devoted dog lover and shared her life with many dogs whom she loved deeply.
She is survived by her loving children, a son, Derek E. Brightman and his wife, Benigna, of Cranston, and a daughter, Cherie L. Brightman of Riverside. She was a proud and devoted grandmother to Dylan and Bridget Brightman. Joan also leaves her sisters, Patricia Champagne of Columbia, Connecticut, and Dorothy Dias of Riverside; her brothers, Franklin Taylor Jr. of Riverside, Randy Taylor and his wife Joanne, and James R. Taylor of Riverside; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late Dillon B. Brightman and a sister of the late John Taylor.
Her funeral service will be held on Saturday March 7, 2026 in the W. Raymond Watson Funeral Home, 350 Willet Avenue, Riverside at 3 p.m. Calling Hours are from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
May the Good Lord welcome beloved Mother Joan into his Heavenly Kingdom and bless her with eternal comfort and peace in his Heavenly Kingdom.
May the Good Lord bless comfort and guide children Derek and Wife Benigna, Cherie, Grandchildren Dylan and Bridget, and all loved ones left behind through this most difficult time . Amen.
So sorry to hear of Joanie’s passing ahe was always so nice. Prayers and love to Dottie and family. Love Robin and Tony
So very sorry ,to hear of Joan’s passing. prayers to all of Joan’s family.🙏
Derek, I’m so sorry to read that you lost your beautiful mother. I have fond memories of chatting with your mom and aunt at Watters School. I’d see them occasionally at Walmart and have a great time hearing about your life and adventures. She was a wonderful mom. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Long ( your second grade teacher).
So sad to hear of Joan’s passing. Prayers to her entire family.🙏🙏
I’ve been lucky to have really great aunts on both sides of my family and Joan was right up there. Always fun, always funny, always sweet, could sing like a bird and also a great sister to my mom. Love you all, rest in peace Auntie.
I am SO sad to hear of Joanie’s passing. I have such great memories of our childhood spent on Lincoln Avenue. They were such great, carefree times with all the Taylors and other families. Many condolences to the entire family.
Life will never be the same without you here on this earth my Beautiful little Sister.I miss you so much already!! I also know that you will no longer suffer and you are with God
our Heavenly Father, along with your Beloved Husband Bruce,whom you Loved more than Life itself. You will you hold your Son in your arms once again along with Dad and Mom and our little Brother Johnny who you adored . Rest in Peace my little Sister, I Will Love You Through All Of Eternity. 🙏💔❤️