Fire at East Greenwich Funeral Home considered accidental

East Greenwich, Ri (WPRI) – Cause Fire that broke out at a historical funeral In the east Greenwich was determined to be accidental, according to Matthew Touchete, a spokesman for the State Fire Office.

The crews were called to the Hill-Skeffington funeral home and the creams around 4 in the morning for fire reports coming from the building.

Significant damages were observed on the roof and on the second floor, as well as water damage on the first floor.

Touchete said that investigators have established that the fire started in the area of the fireplace and the basket.

The funeral home has been part of the East Greenwich community since the 1800s.

“We are unleashed by the devastation caused by this accidental fire,” said the president and owner of the funeral house, John Skeffington.

“For generations, Hill Funeral Home has provided compassionate care to families in the most difficult periods, and while our building has undergone an extraordinary loss, our commitment to the families we serve remains firm,” he continued. “We are dedicated to rebuilding and assuring that Hill Funeral Home continues to serve this community for the next generations.”

Funeral Home works with families to provide updates and guidance on arrangements. Anyone who has questions or concerns is encouraged to contact JF Skeffington Funeral Home at (401) 884-9222.

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