Kenneth T. Smith Sr.
Date of Passing:
Kenneth T. Smith Sr., 89, of Knowlton Street, Riverside, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at the HopeHealth Hospice & Palliative Care Center in Providence, surrounded by care and compassion. He was the beloved husband of the late Jean D. (Frank) Smith, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and devotion.
Born in East Providence, Kenneth was the son of the late Clifford A. and Floretta (Boyd) Smith and remained a proud lifelong resident of the community he dearly loved. His strong work ethic and sense of responsibility were evident throughout his career, including 14 years of dedicated service as a supervisor for the City of East Providence before his retirement in 1994.
Kenneth was a proud Mason and a longtime member of Riverside St. Andrews Lodge No. 39, where he formed lasting friendships and lived by the values of service, integrity, and brotherhood.
Kenneth is survived by his daughter, Dolores Baker of Riverside; his sons, William K. Smith and his wife Kim, Scott A. Smith and his wife Michaela, and Todd R. Smith and his wife Sandy, all of Riverside; 11 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and a daughter-in-law, Brenda Lee (Degrenier) Smith. He was the father of the late Kenneth T. Smith Jr.; a brother of the late Clifford Smith, Frederick Smith, Edward Smith, Joan Smith, Elsie Redman, Floretta Duclos and father-in-law of the late Paul S. Baker.
Kenneth will be remembered for his quiet strength and steady guidance. His legacy lives on in the many lives he touched.
His funeral and burial will be private.
To the entire Smith family, please accept our deepest sympathies at the loss of your Father, Grandfather and friend. Smitty was a great guy. We will miss seeing him cruise the neighborhood. You all have gained a special guardian angel. May her rest in peace.
My Condolences to the entire Smith family
I grew up as a neighbor of the Smiths. Ken was always kind,helpful,selfless and giving. My Condolences to the entire Smith family. May he rest in peace.
Rest in peace Ken
So sorry to hear of Kenny’s passing. Sending Love and prayers to the family. Rest in peace Kenny, Kathy and Carl
RIP Kenny ,
I will always remember our nice conversations we had together. You were the true meaning of gentlemen and always offering something towards our community.
Our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones.
Until we meet again
Great man. He will be missed. May he Rest in Peace 🕊️
Rest in peace Kenny, with love Brian & Mariann Butler
So sorry for your loss,
So sorry for your loss🙏
Smitty was a great neighbor, friend and will be missed. I’ll especially miss seeing his truck-slowly driving through the neighborhood on Thursday’s and shooting the…with him. You will be missed! Ed and Jen