Mary Ellen Hinsley

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Mary Ellen Hinsley (Cranston, Rhode Island), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Mary Ellen left this world on March 9, 2026 at the age of 80, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Mary Ellen Hinsley to show support.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Mary Ellen's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Edward Markowski and Marion Markowski (Taylor); and her siblings, Edward Markowski, Joanne Auger and Robert Markowski.

She is survived by: her husband John P. Hinsley; and her children, Shira Marcure (Jason) of Taunton, MA and Denis Hinsley of North Providence, RI..

A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, March 13th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Paul Church (One St. Paul Place, Cranston, RI 02905). A burial will be held on Friday, March 13th 2026 at the St. Ann Cemetery (73 Church St, Cranston, RI 02920).

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 would be appreciated.