Carol May Blackinton Obituary
The memory of Carol May Blackinton (West Warwick, Rhode Island), who passed away on October 30, 2025 at the age of 80, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Carol departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Carol. Though Carol may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Thomas Irons and Elsie Irons (Coulthurst). She is survived by: her husband Thomas L. Blackinton; her children, Jennifer Perkins (Larry) of Attleboro, MA, Thomas C. Blackinton (Pamela) of Warwick and Bethany Correia (Paul) of Coventry; her brothers, Thomas Irons (Barbara) of Cranston and John Irons (Diane) of Marlborough, MA; and her nephew Coburn Blackinton. She is also survived by grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service was held on Friday, November 7th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. David's On-The-Hill Episcopal Church (200 Meshanticut Valley Pkwy, Cranston, RI 02920). A committal service was held on Friday, November 7th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the Highland Memorial Park Cemetery (1 Rhode Island Ave, Johnston, RI 02919).
In lieu of flowers, donations in Carol's memory may be made to FeedRI, reflecting her lifelong commitment to caring for others.
