Funeral directors say they are seeing more situations where General Assistance is needed to pay for a burial or cremation, but the amount paid by the program doesn't completely cover expenses.

Skeffington said he's grateful for those who've reached out to offer support, including dozens of funeral home directors. He said the situation is a setback, but the goal is to rebuild.

David Ucci remembers waking up early Sunday morning to a devastating phone call from the East Greenwich Police Department.