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Karen Jayne Munroe
5/12/1964 - 9/26/2026
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Obituary For Karen Jayne Munroe
Karen Jayne Munroe, 62, of East Providence, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
Born in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of Beverly (Leasor) Munroe and the late Donald Munroe.
Karen graduated from Barrington High School in 1982. She was a proud member of Local 271 with Cardi Construction for over 30 years playing pivotal roles in a few local construction projects. Karen loved the outdoors, especially birds and flowers. She was a kind and generous person who loved and was loved by all. She was thoughtful, caring, and a blessing to everyone around her. She enjoyed traveling and spending time with family and friends.
In addition to her mother Beverely, Karen is survived by her siblings: David Munroe (Sandra) and Deborah Rainville; her nieces and nephews: Michael Munroe, David Rainville, John Munroe (Stephanie), Donald Rainville, Nicole Fisette (Jim), Andrew Munroe (Stephanie), Sara Simmons; and numerous extended family and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her father: Donald Munroe; her brother: Stephen Munroe; and her nephew: Thomas Munroe.
Funeral arrangements are through Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren, RI 02885 where the family will receive family and friends from 4:00-7:00 PM on Monday, October 5, 2026. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Forest Chapel Cemetery, Nyatt Road, Barrington, RI 02806
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