The RI Funeral Directors Association’s (RIFDA) 1st Annual Toy Drive to benefit the families at Friends Way programs was a success. Thank you to the members of the RIFDA and all that supported this opportunity to make the holidays a little brighter. The families were so appreciative. Watch for details regarding the 2nd Annual Toy Drive in 2025.

(left to right) Laurie Robinson, RIFDA Executive Director, Maria King, RIFDA President, Nicole Heywood, RIFDA President-Elect and Anthony Nardolillo, RIFDA Vice President

The next meeting of the RIFDA will take place on

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Meritage Restaurant

5454 Post Rd, East Greenwich, RI 02818
and will be hosted by Robbins Funeral Home.

We will begin with a social gathering featuring Hors D’oeuvres, and a cash bar from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM. The meeting will begin at 6:45 pm. Watch for details

Grilled Filet Mignon   $75.00
Cooked medium rare and served with a gorgonzola demi-glace

Faroe Island Salmon  $55.00
Topped with an orange- ginger glaze

Simply Roasted Chicken  $45.00
14 oz. Chicken Breast is nicely seasoned and juicy finished with a roasted shallot au jus

All entrée pricing includes salad, dessert, coffee and tax/gratuity. (Special dietary restriction upon request prior to the meeting taking place).

• You may register online here
• OR by printing out this order form and mailing to
• Laurie Robinson, PO Box 1223, East Greenwich, Rhode Island 02818
• OR by faxing to (401) 885-7090
• OR by calling Laurie Robinson at (401) 523-5107

Kindly RSVP ASAP or by January 6, 2025 

If you make a reservation and are unable to attend, please contact Laurie Robinson so that we do not have to absorb this expense.

This year’s Annual Wreaths Across America State House Ceremony took place on Monday, December 9, 2024, at the RI State House.

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The Wreaths Across America’s ceremony begins a week-long series of events designed to raise awareness and appreciation for the sacrifices of our nation’s veterans and their families.

The ceremony takes place in most of the 50 states and Washington, D.C. and have a particular focus on family during the holidays.

Volunteers conduct the State House ceremonies each year in their respective state capitals. Dignitaries and special guests are invited to speak in honor of our veterans and active military.

These wreath-laying ceremonies are nonpolitical.