Carol Ann Bak

Carol Ann Bak (Reall), age 80, of N. Providence passed away Sunday April 26, 2026. Carol was the daughter of the late Frederick and Monica (Kinney) Reall; the loving wife of William Bak, Sr., the beloved mother of Lee-Ann and Barry Reef, Kerri A. and Richard Kudish, and William Bak, Jr.; the sister of Kenneth V. and Charlotte Reall and the late Frederick Reall, Jr.; and the cherished grandmother of 8 grandchildren.

Carol lived a life defined by quiet strength, deep love, and simple joys. For many years, she worked diligently as a bookkeeper for Club 44. Beyond her work, Carol found her greatest happiness in time spent with her family with laughter and togetherness which created cherished memories. She enjoyed playing cards with her husband and grandchildren, gardening, enjoying peaceful swims in her pool or relaxing by the ocean at Chair #4 at East Matunuck State Beach. Carol’s life was a beautiful reflection of devotion, resilience and enduring power of family, leaving behind a legacy that will be lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

Visitation and funeral will be held on Friday May 1, starting at 8:30 am at Mary Mother of Mankind Catholic Church, 25 4th St, North Providence, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am. Burial will be a St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation at www.nationalbreastcancer.org