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Skeffington Funeral Home & Cremations

4.9 138 reviews
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About Skeffington Funeral Home & Cremations

J. F. Skeffington Funeral Home and Cremations is a family-owned business in Providence, Rhode Island, that has been serving families for over 100 years. The Skeffington Family is committed to providing caring and compassionate funeral services, including full service and direct cremation, along with sales of caskets and urns. The staff is known for their helpfulness and warm demeanor, with Jim and John Skeffington often praised for their professionalism and kindness. Many customers mention how the funeral home exceeds expectations, making a difficult time more comforting and less stressful.

Recent reviews highlight the funeral home's efficiency and responsibility. One customer appreciated Jim’s support during a tough period, noting how he helped honor their loved one's wishes. Another shared that, even from out of state, the funeral home managed to handle arrangements quickly, including sending a loved one’s body overseas, showcasing their organization and care. Additionally, John Skeffington is recognized for guiding families with compassion and always being available to answer questions or offer suggestions for honoring loved ones. Overall, Skeffington Funeral Home is appreciated for its professionalism and deep understanding of the emotional challenges involved in such times. Customers also commend their attention to detail, genuine care, and the ability to make the process smooth and stress-free, often before families even need to ask.

Oct 2026
5.0
Extremely Helpful and Excellent Customer service explain things in a thoughtful and loving way. At a time when I thought I wasn't going to be able to even speak about this they have made it much easier for me and my anxiety thank yous again I cannot thank yous enough Angel's at Skeffington!!
Sep 2026
5.0
I cannot say enough about the compassion, kindness, and professionalism we received from Skeffington Funeral Home following the loss of my sister. Every detail was handled with such care and dignity, and we felt genuinely supported throughout the entire process. They helped us create a beautiful, meaningful service that truly honored her. I will always be grateful for the kindness they showed my sister and our family during such a difficult time. I highly recommend Skeffington Funeral Home. Kara Bell and family
Sep 2026
5.0
The funeral home is beautiful, peaceful, and very well cared for. During such a difficult and painful time, the service we received was amazing. Jim was always there to answer our questions and made everything a little easier for our family. We truly appreciated his kindness, patience, and support. I would definitely recommend this funeral home. The only thing I wouldn’t recommend is the live/DVD service, as the quality was not what I expected.
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Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Location

925 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908

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