Francis Thomas Smith

Francis Thomas Smith, of Whelden Ave., East Providence affectionately known to all as "Frank", 89, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 22, 2018, afternoon at the Evergreen House Health Center in East Providence, RI. Born in Jacksonville, FL he was the son of the late Frank T. and Mildred L. Smith.
Mr. Smith graduated from University of Rhode Island in 1951 and obtained a Master Degree from Howard Hughes in California. He was an Aeronautical Engineer with the Locheed Aerospace Company in Calabasas, CA for 20 years before retiring. Frank was an avid reader and enjoyed buying books for family and friends with the intent of getting them hooked on reading.
He is survived by three sisters Patricia Shakel of East Providence, Janet Quackenbush of Foster and Millie Anthony of Warwick, and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late James, Thomas, Norman and Charles Smith.
A celebration of life service will be celebrated Friday at 10 am in the Jones-Walton-Sheridan Funeral Home, 1895 Broad Street Cranston, RI 02905. Calling hours from 9:15 am to 10 am prior to the service. Burial will be in Pawtuxet Memorial Park in Warwick. In Lieu of flowers donation may be made in his memory to Hope Hospice & Palliative Care 1085 N. Main Street Providence, RI 02904.