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Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home & Crematory Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home & Crematory has been an independent family owned business since 1914.

Jean, thank you so much for your thoughtful words. We are so glad that Chris, Susan, and our staff were able to provide ...
10/21/2026

Jean, thank you so much for your thoughtful words. We are so glad that Chris, Susan, and our staff were able to provide you with the care you deserved.

Did you know cremation can offer flexibility when planning a meaningful service?Cremation allows families to choose how ...
10/19/2026

Did you know cremation can offer flexibility when planning a meaningful service?

Cremation allows families to choose how and when they gather to honor a loved one. From intimate gatherings to larger celebrations of life, there are many ways to create a service that reflects a person’s life and what mattered most to them.

Learn more about cremation options at Carpenter-Jenks Family Funeral Homes: https://www.carpenterjenks.com/cremation/cremation

Today marks something new: the first-ever National Cremation Placement Day.It's not every year a new tradition begins. T...
10/17/2026

Today marks something new: the first-ever National Cremation Placement Day.

It's not every year a new tradition begins. This one is about honoring the importance of a dedicated resting place for cremated remains — a niche, memorial garden, or family plot where loved ones can return, remember, and feel close.

We're proud to help families find that place, especially as we mark this first year.

A Look Back at Our History 🏡For more than a century, Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home has been part of the community, helpin...
10/14/2026

A Look Back at Our History 🏡

For more than a century, Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home has been part of the community, helping generations of families honor and remember the people they love.

This historic photo offers a glimpse into our past and the place where our story began. While so much has changed over the years, our commitment to caring for families with compassion and respect remains at the heart of what we do.

Discover more about the history of Carpenter-Jenks and the legacy that continues today: https://www.carpenterjenks.com/about/history

Meet Kathy Barclay!Originally from New Bedford, Massachusetts, Kathy moved to Rhode Island in 1993 when her husband, the...
10/12/2026

Meet Kathy Barclay!

Originally from New Bedford, Massachusetts, Kathy moved to Rhode Island in 1993 when her husband, the Rev. George Barclay, became pastor of Norwood Baptist Church in Warwick. She has called the Ocean State home ever since.

Kathy brings expertise in database management and broad experience with ever-changing technology, making her a unique asset to our team at Carpenter-Jenks. But it's her sincere care for people that truly makes her a great fit here.

Outside of work, Kathy serves on the Board of Ministry at Norwood Baptist Church and is also their Childcare Leader. he and George have two sons and are now proud grandparents of two grandchildren.

We're so grateful to have Kathy as part of the Carpenter-Jenks family!

On World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, we honor the caregivers and professionals who bring comfort and dignity to peo...
10/10/2026

On World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, we honor the caregivers and professionals who bring comfort and dignity to people during life's most tender moments. Their compassion eases suffering and offers families precious time together. Today, we recognize the profound gift of their care.

🌿 Burial or Cremation: Understanding Your Options 🌿When planning a funeral, there are several meaningful ways to honor a...
10/05/2026

🌿 Burial or Cremation: Understanding Your Options 🌿

When planning a funeral, there are several meaningful ways to honor and remember a loved one. Burial and cremation each offer different options for memorialization, services, and final placement.

Whether you’re considering a traditional burial or exploring cremation, our caring team is here to answer your questions and help you understand the choices available to your family.

Learn more about our services and planning options: https://www.carpenterjenks.com/

Throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we stand with everyone touched by this diagnosis. Behind every ribbon is a sto...
10/01/2026

Throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we stand with everyone touched by this diagnosis. Behind every ribbon is a story of courage, love, and resilience.

Grief is the price we pay for love. It doesn't move in a straight line, and there's no timeline for how long it should t...
09/30/2026

Grief is the price we pay for love.

It doesn't move in a straight line, and there's no timeline for how long it should take. Some days feel heavier than others, and that's okay.

If you're walking through loss today, know that you're not walking alone. Our team at Carpenter-Jenks is here for your family, in whatever way you need us, today and always.

Address

659 East Greenwich Avenue
West Warwick, RI
02893

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14018261600

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