Marie J. "Jocelyne" Jean-Pierre

69, of Providence, Rhode Island, passed away unexpectedly at Rhode Island Hospital on December 18, 2024. She retired one year ago as a Certified Nurse’s Assistant at Cedar Crest Nursing Home, where she worked for 21 years and was affectionately known as “Mama.” Before that, she worked at various nursing homes in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Marie was the widow of the late Fritz Boutin. She was born on May 30, 1955, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti to Paulette Estimé and Hansi Jean-Pierre. Marie emigrated to the United States in 1972 and settled in Providence in 1992.

She is survived by her three sons Fritz Boutin Jr., Marckenzie Jacques Boutin, and Ricardo and his wife Joanna Boutin. Marie was also a proud grandmother, known as “Yaya,” to six grandchildren Daijah Geter, Cheyenne Henley-Boutin, Arianna Marie Boutin, Zaria Rose Boutin, Emory Elijah Boutin, and Elijah Ricardo Boutin (Predeceased). Additionally, she is survived by her sister, Marie Marguerite Day, and her niece and nephew, Leevans Day and Marisha Day Louis-Charles.

Marie was a beloved and caring person, who dedicated her life to providing for her loved ones. She formed strong connections within her local Haitian community in Providence, engaging with churches, small businesses, and neighbors. Her greatest accomplishment was raising her sons and witnessing the joy of her grandchildren. She will be truly missed by all.

Her funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 11am in the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston. VISITING HOURS will be on Friday from 5-8pm. 

Please send flowers to Nardolillo Funeral Home.