Rhode Island man killed in motorcycle crash remembered as kind, supportive

EAST GREENWICH —A 52-year-old Rhode Island man who died in a motorcycle crash on Friday in East Greenwich has been identified.

Family members say 52-year-old John Simeonie of Cranston is the deceased.

According to ABC6, authorities reported that first responders were called to South Country Trail around 11:00 p.m. following reports of a collision between a car and a motorcycle.

Simeonie was transported to Kent Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

A preliminary investigation by East Greenwich police determined that alcohol was not a factor in the crash.

The driver of the other vehicle is cooperating with authorities, and no criminal charges have been filed at this time.

A GoFundMe fundraiser states that Simeonie “was known for his kindness, generosity, and unwavering support for those he cared about. He leaves behind a devoted wife and children who are now facing an incredibly difficult time as they navigate life without him.”

If you have any details on the crash, contact East Greenwich Police at (401) 886-8640.