Evelyn P. (Smith) Braxton

Riverside, RI - Evelyn P. Braxton, 71, of Riverside, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas L. Braxton, Jr. Born in the Bronx, NY, on November 19, 1952, she was a loving daughter of the late Horace Smith and Mary (Edwards) Smith.

Evelyn grew up in Providence and was a 1971 graduate of Hope High School. She went on to further her education and earned her Associate's degree from Community College of Rhode Island, all while raising her children and making a home for them. She eventually obtained certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant and worked for many years as a caregiver for hospice patients.

A woman of deep Christian faith, Evelyn was an active member of the Zion Gospel Temple in East Providence. She loved singing her Lord and Savior's praises and was devoted to her church community. She enjoyed watching tennis and football and was an avid New England Patriots fan, recently becoming a Patrick Mahomes fan. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her grandchildren, who were her world.

Evelyn is survived by her devoted sons: Joseph Braxton of Rumford, RI, and Joshua Braxton of Fort Worth, TX. She also leaves her cherished grandchildren: Jalin Braxton, Jeron Braxton, and Jade Braxton, all of East Providence; and Brielle Braxton and Braelyn Braxton of Fort Worth, TX.

Her funeral, to which relatives and friends are most kindly invited to attend, will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2024, beginning with a time for visitation from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the REBELLO FUNERAL HOME, 901 Broadway, East Providence. A funeral service in celebration of Evelyn's life will commence promptly at 12:00 PM in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Rumford Cemetery, Rumford.

Evelyn P. Braxton will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Her legacy of love, faith, and dedication will live on in the hearts of those she touched.

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