All Obituaries
Marjorie Almeida Westport
Marjorie A. (Arruda) Almeida, age 91½, formerly of Tiverton, RI, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, surround by her loving family at the home of her beloved daughter, Marjorie "Marcy" Ytkin, and son-in-law, Neil Ytkin.
Marjorie was born in Tiverton, RI. The daughter of the late Antone and Ambrosina (Camara) Arruda. She was also the wife of the late William F. Almeida. Marjorie is survived by her daughter Marjorie Ytkin (husband Neil) of Fall...
Marjorie A. (Arruda) Almeida, age 91½, formerly of Tiverton, RI, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, surround by her loving family at the home of her beloved daughter, Marjorie...
Maria Carreiro Fall River
Maria M. (dos Santos) Carreiro, 75, of Fall RIver, passed away on Tuesday, September, 19, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Jose Carreiro.
Born in São Miguel, Fãja de Cima Açores, she was the daughter of the late Raul dos Santos and Fernandina da Silva Rodrigues.
Maria was a devoted Mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.
Her hobbies included Crocheting, cooking and baking.
Maria is...
Maria M. (dos Santos) Carreiro, 75, of Fall RIver, passed away on Tuesday, September, 19, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Jose Carreiro.
Born in São Miguel, Fãja de...
Idaletro DeFaria Fall River
Idaletro C. DeFaria, 93, of Fall River, passed into eternal life Saturday, September 16, 2023 at home with his family by his side. He was the husband of the late Laura (Cabral) DeFaria.
Born in St.Michael, Azores, he was the son of the late Manuel Jose DeFaria and Alizra Tavares DeFaria and had served in the Portuguese Army.
Idaletro and his late wife Laura were the owners of Faria’s Bakery on Columbia Street in Fall River, MA. He was employed with the construction crew...
Idaletro C. DeFaria, 93, of Fall River, passed into eternal life Saturday, September 16, 2023 at home with his family by his side. He was the husband of the late Laura (Cabral) DeFaria.
Born in...
Maureen Bigos Fall River
Maureen Bigos, 76, of Fall River, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, September 16, 2023. She was the wife of Joseph Stephen Bigos, with whom she recently celebrated 55 years of marriage.
She was the daughter of the late Louis G. and Yvette (Desforges) Cahill of Fall River.
She leaves behind two daughters, Cheryl Bigos and Melanie Haskins, and three grandchildren, Hailey, Ryley, and Hutch Haskins and seven siblings.
Maureen enjoyed singing karaoke and sang...
Maureen Bigos, 76, of Fall River, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, September 16, 2023. She was the wife of Joseph Stephen Bigos, with whom she recently celebrated...
Marilyn Ogden Tiverton
Marilyn “Lynne” M. Ogden, 84, of Tiverton, formerly of Newport and East Greenwich Rhode Island passed away on September 15, 2023. She was the daughter of Rose and Frank Maxim. She was predeceased by her partner of twenty-five years, Mary “Mickey” Totas.
Lynne graduated from Cumberland High School and went on to work as a secretary for the Providence Journal, State of Rhode Island, and CODAC- Behavioral Services.She was extremely fortunate to have travelled...
Marilyn “Lynne” M. Ogden, 84, of Tiverton, formerly of Newport and East Greenwich Rhode Island passed away on September 15, 2023. She was the daughter of Rose and Frank Maxim. She was...
Antonio Gervasio Fall River
Antonio L. Gervasio, 65, of Fall River, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023. He was the husband of the late Nancy A. (Costa) Gervasio and was the proud father of the late Robert “Gvo” Gervasio, whom he adored.
He was a hard worker and he loved to tend to his garden and his flowers. He was a Porto Soccer and New England Patriots fan.
Antonio was loved by everyone, and loved to be with his faithful companion, Duke.
Born in St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of Maria de...
Antonio L. Gervasio, 65, of Fall River, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023. He was the husband of the late Nancy A. (Costa) Gervasio and was the proud father of the late Robert...
George Breault Fall River
George J. Breault, 69, of Fall River, a retired City of Fall River Cemetery Dept. foreman, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023.
He was the husband of Debrah M. (Sullivan) Breault.
He graduated from high school in Germany, where he was stationed in the Army. After being discharged from the Army, George earned an Associate Degree in Business from Fisher Junior College. He was employed by the City of Fall River for many years, working as a foreman at Oak Grove Cemetery.
In his...
George J. Breault, 69, of Fall River, a retired City of Fall River Cemetery Dept. foreman, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023.
He was the husband of Debrah M. (Sullivan) Breault.
He...
Jennifer Michel Swansea
Jennifer Lee Michel, 42, of Swansea,passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 8, 2023.
Born in Biloxi, Mississippi, she was the daughter of Maurice B. and Paula G. (Sirois) Michel of Swansea.
Jennifer was a graduate of Joseph Case High School, Swansea. She was a medical assistant.
She loved her grandchildren and appreciated the love she received from her family and friends. Jennifer loved food and music. She was a breast cancer survivor.
Besides her parents, she leaves two...
Jennifer Lee Michel, 42, of Swansea,passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 8, 2023.
Born in Biloxi, Mississippi, she was the daughter of Maurice B. and Paula G. (Sirois) Michel of...
Normand Conboy Tiverton
Normand J. Conboy, 85, of Tiverton, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023.
Husband of Brenda L. Cantin and the late Maureen A. (Pavao) Conboy.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late John and Lucie (Plourde) Conboy.
He served in the Army Reserve / Army National Guard for 26 years.
Normand was employed as a truck driver with JJ Taylor. He was the sweetest man in the world.
Besides his wife Brenda, he leaves a daughter Katie Conboy; three siblings, Eileen Garant, Carolyn Conboy...
Normand J. Conboy, 85, of Tiverton, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023.
Husband of Brenda L. Cantin and the late Maureen A. (Pavao) Conboy.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late...
Nathaniel Peloquin Newton, formerly of Berkley
Nathaniel “Nate” Peloquin, 48, of Newton, passed away at Newton-Wellesley Hospital Wednesday, September 6, 2023. Born in Fall River, the son of Peter G. and Carolyn Morley Peloquin, he was raised in Berkley. Nate was a graduate of Coyle and Cassidy High School Class of 1993. He became a Master Plumber as a member of the Plumbers and Gasfitters UA Local 12, and was employed as a foreman by DJ Plumbing located in Danvers, MA.
Besides his parents, he leaves his companion, Rebecca...
Nathaniel “Nate” Peloquin, 48, of Newton, passed away at Newton-Wellesley Hospital Wednesday, September 6, 2023. Born in Fall River, the son of Peter G. and Carolyn Morley Peloquin, he...
Lorraine Dupont Fall River
Mrs. Lorraine Dupont passed away on September 4th, one day after her 90th birthday. She was predeceased by her husband Rene Edward Dupont. She was the daughter of the late Armand and Blanche (Ouelette) Gagnon.
Mrs. Dupont is survived by her beloved children, Michael (Melinda) Dupont and Diane (John) Martini. She was the proud grandmother of Amelia Cora Dupont and Alexander Rene Dupont, and welcomed every opportunity to brag about their accomplishments and to talk about the...
Mrs. Lorraine Dupont passed away on September 4th, one day after her 90th birthday. She was predeceased by her husband Rene Edward Dupont. She was the daughter of the late Armand and Blanche...
Carlos Belchior Berkley
Carlos "Chief" Belchior, 65, of Berkley, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 2, 2023.
He was the loving husband of Celina (Botelho) Belchior.
Born in St.Michael, Azores, he was the son of the late Antonio Belchior and Lourdegardia (Machado) Belchior.
He owned his own textile cutting company for many years before becoming self-employed as a real estate investor. Carlos enjoyed working outdoors and spending time with his family. He loved to travel with...
Carlos "Chief" Belchior, 65, of Berkley, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 2, 2023.
He was the loving husband of Celina (Botelho) Belchior.
Born in St.Michael,...
Michael Medeiros Fall River
Michael Medeiros, 51, of Fall River, passed away at home unexpectedly Saturday, September 2, 2023 after a long battle with diabetes. A kind and loving brother and friend, Micheal will forever be greatly missed and always in our hearts.
Michael was a graduate of B.M.C. Durfee High School and Bristol Community College. He then went on to work in the construction field, mainly working on highway and bridge construction for many years, retiring due to illness.
He enjoyed...
Michael Medeiros, 51, of Fall River, passed away at home unexpectedly Saturday, September 2, 2023 after a long battle with diabetes. A kind and loving brother and friend, Micheal will forever be...
Richard Pelletier Fall River
Richard R. Pelletier, 76, of Fall River, died Saturday September 2, 2023 at Morton Hospital in Taunton. He was the husband of Deborah (Boulay) Pelletier. Besides his wife of 46 years, he leaves a daughter Christine Southgate (husband C. Scott), two sisters, Muriel C. Hamel and Jacqueline Pelletier, all of Fall River. He was the son of the late Joseph Armand Pelletier and Irene (Beauchesne) Pelletier, and brother of the late Pauline DeGagne.
Richard attended Ste. Anne’s School,...
Richard R. Pelletier, 76, of Fall River, died Saturday September 2, 2023 at Morton Hospital in Taunton. He was the husband of Deborah (Boulay) Pelletier. Besides his wife of 46 years, he leaves a...
Mildred Laflamme Georgetown, Maine
Mildred “Milly” (Kenney) Laflamme, 101, of Georgetown, Maine, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2023. She was the cherished wife of 72 years of the late Arthur L. Laflamme. Milly was born in Fall River on July 20, 1922, where she and Arthur lived until their move to Georgetown, Maine, in 2012 to enjoy their final years with their daughter Léa and her husband John Peterson.
Milly had a strong work ethic, maintaining a full-time job while raising her two...
Mildred “Milly” (Kenney) Laflamme, 101, of Georgetown, Maine, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2023. She was the cherished wife of 72 years of the late Arthur L. Laflamme. Milly...
Mariazinha Medeiros Fall River
Mariazinha (Pimentel Arruda) Medeiros, 68, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023. She was the wife of the late Jose J. Medeiros.
Born in St. Michael, Azores, she was the daughter of the late Manuel Arruda and Maria do Carmo (Pimentel) Arruda.
She was employed by Klear-vu Corporation.
She enjoyed hanging out with her friends at the Brazilian Cafe, cooking, singing and attending the Portuguese Feast.
Survivors include two daughters, Alda Medeiros and Theresa...
Mariazinha (Pimentel Arruda) Medeiros, 68, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023. She was the wife of the late Jose J. Medeiros.
Born in St. Michael, Azores, she was the...
Maria Sousa Fall River
Maria Fatima (Carvalho) Sousa, 71, of Fall River, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023.
Born in the Azores, she was the daughter of the late Vasco and Ernestina (Oliveira) Carvalho.
Maria loved to spend time with her family, relax with her granddaughter, watch television, and go out for breakfast.
She leaves two children, Jason Sousa (wife Patricia) and Debby Perpetua; a granddaughter, Connie-Ann Perpetua;
a former husband, Pedro Sousa; three sisters, Escolastica Pacheco...
Maria Fatima (Carvalho) Sousa, 71, of Fall River, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023.
Born in the Azores, she was the daughter of the late Vasco and Ernestina (Oliveira) Carvalho.
Maria...
Bruce Pelland Swansea
Bruce F. Pelland, 70, of Swansea, passed away Friday, September 1, 2023, at home.
He was the husband of Cheryl A. Pelland. They shared 25 years of marriage.
Bruce served in the Massachusetts National Guard. He enjoyed reading, fishing and attending family parties.
Besides his wife, he leaves four children, Nicole Raposa (husband Paul), and Keith, Kristopher and Courtney Pelland; six grandchildren, Jayden, Emma and Jacob Raposa, Emma and Taylor Pelland and Tyler...
Bruce F. Pelland, 70, of Swansea, passed away Friday, September 1, 2023, at home.
He was the husband of Cheryl A. Pelland. They shared 25 years of marriage.
Bruce served in the...
Douglas Leeman, Jr. Fall River, Formerly of Swansea
Douglas P. Leeman,Jr. 65, of Fall River, formerly of Swansea,passed away Friday, September 1, 2023.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Douglas P. and Dolores (Almeida) Leeman.
A graduate of Joseph Case High School in Swansea, and Johnson and Wales University , Douglas was the owner and operator of C & L Flooring for many years.
Douglas is survived by his brother, Scott Leeman, an aunt Betty Owens, and his caretaker and friend, Robin Wycislak and many beloved...
Douglas P. Leeman,Jr. 65, of Fall River, formerly of Swansea,passed away Friday, September 1, 2023.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Douglas P. and Dolores (Almeida) Leeman.
A...
Veronica Perry Fall River
Veronica Perry, 78, of Fall River, Massachusetts passed into eternal life on Thursday, August 31, 2023.
Born on October 15th 1944 to Joseph Perry and Mary Perry (formerly Perreira) who were of Portuguese heritage, Veronica graduated from B.M.C. Durfee High School in Fall River and worked in the clerical field most of her career.
Veronica enjoyed spending time with children and was a Big Sister with the Big Brother Big Sister program and a foster mom. She had a “green thumb”...
Veronica Perry, 78, of Fall River, Massachusetts passed into eternal life on Thursday, August 31, 2023.
Born on October 15th 1944 to Joseph Perry and Mary Perry (formerly Perreira) who were of...
Lorraine Francoeur Fall River
Lorraine (Leblanc) Francoeur, 92, of Fall River, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Raymond A. Francoeur.
She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, Bingo and spending time with her family, especially with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lorraine was a member of the Holy Trinity Parish Women’s Guild.
She leaves 7 children, Michael Francoeur (Susan) of Somerset, Denise Ayoubi (Awni) of Burnaby, BC Canada, David Francoeur (Paula) of Hayward,...
Lorraine (Leblanc) Francoeur, 92, of Fall River, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Raymond A. Francoeur.
She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, Bingo and spending...
Natalia Lourenco Westport
Natalia (Moniz) Lourenco, 74, of Westport, passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Manuel Lourenco. Born in St. Michael, Azores, Natalia was the daughter of the late Joao Furtado and Maria Da Conceicao (Moniz) Furtado.
She enjoyed spending time with her family, dressing up and going shopping.
She leaves two sons, Paul Jorge Lourenco and Valter Lourenco (wife Karen); a grandson, Josh Lourenco; two siblings, Adriana Matos (husband Joao) and...
Natalia (Moniz) Lourenco, 74, of Westport, passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Manuel Lourenco. Born in St. Michael, Azores, Natalia was the daughter of the...
Steven Southworth Fall River
Steven W. Southworth, 59, of Robeson St. Fall River, passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023 at Charlton Memorial Home.
He was the husband of Dawn M. (Santos) Southworth.
Born in New Bedford, Steven was the son of Gerald and Joan (Choquette) Southworth of Tiverton.
He was employed by City Hall Taxi for many years, retiring due to illness.
Steven enjoyed trips to the casino and gaming on his phone. He also loved his yearly trips to Florida with his family.
Besides his wife and parents,...
Steven W. Southworth, 59, of Robeson St. Fall River, passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023 at Charlton Memorial Home.
He was the husband of Dawn M. (Santos) Southworth.
Born in New Bedford,...
Patricia Angelini Fall River
Patricia A. (Susol) Angelini, 87, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Louis Angelini and the daughter of the late Julian and Agnes (Kudlacik) Susol.
She was a member of Stop and Shop Bowling League and the Polish National Alliance.
Her hobbies included oil painting, dancing when she was younger, listening to older music, and watching game shows, especially Wheel of Fortune.
She liked to sing, various art, being a...
Patricia A. (Susol) Angelini, 87, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Louis Angelini and the daughter of the late Julian and Agnes (Kudlacik)...
Roland Depin Somerset
Roland A. Depin of Somerset went home to be with the Lord on 8/24/23. He was the son of Roland E. Depin and Jeanette (Stevens) Depin. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Anna M. (Chucoski) Depin, daugher Karen Pincins, daughter Susan Batt, son-in law Peter Batt, and daughter Ann Marie Lavoie and her husband Robert. He was the father of the late Jennifer Depin and brother of the late Edward Depin. He is also survived by his brother Robert Depin and his wife Lucille, granddaughter Dr....
Roland A. Depin of Somerset went home to be with the Lord on 8/24/23. He was the son of Roland E. Depin and Jeanette (Stevens) Depin. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Anna M. (Chucoski)...
Jeanne Janson Fall River
Jeanne M. Janson, 81, of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, August 24, 2023. She was the wife of the late Donald A. Gagne.
Born in Fall River, MA, Jeanne was the daughter of the late Joseph Janson and Emma (Dolbec) Janson.
Jeanne was a X-Ray technician at St.Luke's Hospital. She cared for many cats and dogs throughout her life.
She was predeceased by her siblings, Annette Mullaney-Staffen, Laurette Atkins, Gerard Janson, and Theresa Dunnahoo.
Jeanne is...
Jeanne M. Janson, 81, of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, August 24, 2023. She was the wife of the late Donald A. Gagne.
Born in Fall River, MA, Jeanne was the daughter of the late...
Edna Dennis Fall River
Born in Fall River, Edna was the daughter of the late Martin and Mary Carmen (Valton) Purcell and step-daughter of the late Helen (Valton) Purcell.
Edna was a devoted nurse's aide at Charlton Memorial Hospital. A pioneer, Edna was one of the first nurses’ aides ever to work in their emergency department, paving the way for others to follow. Edna was a La Sallette lay associate who ended her working years as a caretaker at La Sallette, where she welcomed retreatants at the...
Born in Fall River, Edna was the daughter of the late Martin and Mary Carmen (Valton) Purcell and step-daughter of the late Helen (Valton) Purcell.
Edna was a devoted nurse's aide at...
Geraldine Viveiros Fall River
Geraldine Viveiros, 73, of Fall River, passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Joseph J.B. Tessier and Jeannette M. (Martin) Tessier.
Geraldine was civically engaged within her community where she would often volunteer. In her free time, she also enjoyed playing bingo, going to casinos, and shopping. She loved spending time with her Bernese Mountain Dog, Harley.
Geraldine is survived by her life partner, Michelle M. Dionne; daughter,...
Geraldine Viveiros, 73, of Fall River, passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Joseph J.B. Tessier and Jeannette M. (Martin)...
Constance Hamel formerly of Tiverton
Constance (Botelho) Hamel, RN, 95, formerly of Tiverton, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023. She was the wife of the late J. Richard Hamel.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Manuel and Florence (Sargent) Botelho.
She was a graduate of Durfee High School Class of 1945. Constance then attended Saint Anne’s Hospital School of Nursing and graduated from there in 1949.
Constance worked as a Registered Nurse at Union Hospital and also as a Visiting Nurse for the Fall...
Constance (Botelho) Hamel, RN, 95, formerly of Tiverton, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023. She was the wife of the late J. Richard Hamel.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late...
Raul Morais Fall River
Raul C. Morais, Sr., 73, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, August 12, 2023.
He was the husband of Ana C. (Camara) Morais for the past 54 years.
Born in St.Michael, Azores, Raul was the son of the late Fernando Morais, Sr. and Lourdes (Carvalho) Morais,
Raul was employed by Swan Finishing and Duro Finishing. He was a sports fan.
Besides his wife, he leaves a son, Raul C. Morais, Jr. and was the father of the late Lourdes C. Cabral; three grandchildren, Kendra Cabral Morias, Kyle Cabral...
Raul C. Morais, Sr., 73, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, August 12, 2023.
He was the husband of Ana C. (Camara) Morais for the past 54 years.
Born in St.Michael, Azores, Raul was the son of...
Jose Tavares Fall River
Jose M. Tavares, 65, of Fall River, passed away at home with his family by his side on Friday, August 11, 2023.
He was the companion of Lucy Branco.
Born in Ponta Garca, Sao Miguel, Azores, Jose was the son of the late Jose and Maria Dos Anjos (Medeiros) Tavares.
A textile worker, Jose was employed by Quaker Fabric and Pioneer Finishing. He enjoyed fishing, friends and Benfica.
Besides his companion, Jose leaves two children, Ashley Tavares (companion Jason Fontaine) and Alex...
Jose M. Tavares, 65, of Fall River, passed away at home with his family by his side on Friday, August 11, 2023.
He was the companion of Lucy Branco.
Born in Ponta Garca, Sao Miguel, Azores, Jose...
Roland Charron, Jr. Westport
Roland Charron, Jr., 72, of Westport, MA, died peacefully on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at St. Anne’s Hospital in Fall River, MA, surrounded by the family he deeply loved and supported. He is survived by his wife Elaine (Tetrault) Charron; daughter Amy-Lyn (Charron) Smiddy of Westport; son Brian Charron and his partner Michael Bergassi of Westport; grandsons Tyler Charron of Fall River, and Air Force Staff Sergeant Colin Bagley of Charleston, SC. He also leaves a brother, Chester...
Roland Charron, Jr., 72, of Westport, MA, died peacefully on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at St. Anne’s Hospital in Fall River, MA, surrounded by the family he deeply loved and supported. He is...
Irene Nevins Fall River
Irene G. Nevins, 71, of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023.
She was the companion of the late David Marsh.
Born in Eschwege, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Edward Nevins and the late Elfriede E. (Schultz) Nevins. She was the sister of the late Patrick Nevins.
Irene was a graduate of Bristol High School in 1970. She then attended UMass Dartmouth Pre-Med from 1970 to 1973 receiving an associates degree. In her free time she loved...
Irene G. Nevins, 71, of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023.
She was the companion of the late David Marsh.
Born in Eschwege, Germany, she was the daughter of the...
Yvette Tardif Fall River
Yvette M. Tardif, 95, formerly of Grattan St. Fall River, wife of the late Jules Tardif and the late Girard Caouette, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Born in Hartford, CT, she was the daughter of Elie and Leontine (Gendreau) Messier. Yvette was true to her faith. She lived most of her adult life in Fall River and was a parishioner of Notre Dame Parish. Yvette retired from St. Anne’s Hospital in 1996, where she worked as an LPN for 27 years.
After her retirement, she...
Yvette M. Tardif, 95, formerly of Grattan St. Fall River, wife of the late Jules Tardif and the late Girard Caouette, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Born in Hartford, CT, she was the...
Linda Venier Tiverton
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Linda Venier on
Monday, August 7, 2023, at her home in Tiverton, at the age of 68. Linda was a devoted
wife for 31 years to Nicholas O. Venier and a beloved daughter of Edmond James
Pereira and Lillian (Lapointe) Pereira, born in her cherished hometown of Fall River.
Linda's journey began at the Boys & Girls Club of Fall River, where she became
affectionately known as "Ms. Linda" at Camp Welch. Her compassion...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Linda Venier on
Monday, August 7, 2023, at her home in Tiverton, at the age of 68. Linda was a devoted
wife for 31 years to...
Thomas Halliwell New Bedford
Thomas Milton Halliwell, 77, of New Bedford, passed away on Monday, August 7, 2023.
Born in Fall River, MA, he was the son of the late Milton Halliwell Jr. and the late Lena E. (Pillmear) Halliwell.
He was an avid collector & loved his Chinese Shar Pei dogs.
Thomas is survived by his son, Michael Halliwell (wife Tedene); two grandchildren, Jessica and David Halliwell. Tom is also survived by many cousins, family members & friends.
Arrangements are private.
Thomas Milton Halliwell, 77, of New Bedford, passed away on Monday, August 7, 2023.
Born in Fall River, MA, he was the son of the late Milton Halliwell Jr. and the late Lena E....
Edmilson Lima Fall River
Edmilson Moreira Lima, 52, a Pastor at the Revival Church For The Nations, passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023.
He was the husband of Ana Paula (Vieira) Lima.
Born in Teofilo Otoni, Minas Gerais, Brazil, he was the son of Donita Moreira Lima and the late Jose Olavo deLima.
Pastor Lima earned his Theology Degree from IBADEP, Instituto Bíblico das Assembléias de Deus, Brazil.
He was employed in the construction industry first working with True Brothers for 10...
Edmilson Moreira Lima, 52, a Pastor at the Revival Church For The Nations, passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023.
He was the husband of Ana Paula (Vieira) Lima.
Born in Teofilo Otoni, Minas Gerais,...
Margaret Harrop Seekonk, formerly of Fall River
Margaret L. (Robitaille) Harrop, 66, of Seekonk, formerly of Fall River, passed away at Rhode Island Hospital on Friday, August 4, 2023.
She was the wife of Richard Harrop with whom she spent 49 years with and 35 years happily married.
Now retired, Margaret was employed as a lunch lady at B.M.C. Durfee High School in Fall River. She was a friendly lady who would strike up a conversation with anyone she came across and made friends wherever she would go.
Her family called her...
Margaret L. (Robitaille) Harrop, 66, of Seekonk, formerly of Fall River, passed away at Rhode Island Hospital on Friday, August 4, 2023.
She was the wife of Richard Harrop with whom she spent 49...
Claudia Pacheco Fall River
Claudia I. (Dominion) Pacheco, age 76, of Fall River, Massachusetts, died on Friday, August 4, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Virginio A. Pacheco. They shared 38 years of marriage.
Claudia leaves behind 4 children Daniel Oliveira (Elizabeth), Rhonda Pacheco, Jason Pacheco, and Amy Pacheco (Silvino Botelho). She also leaves behind four grandchildren, Robert Paquette, Christopher Medeiros, Kylie Botelho, and Braxton Pacheco, in addition to six great-grandchildren.
Arrangements are...
Claudia I. (Dominion) Pacheco, age 76, of Fall River, Massachusetts, died on Friday, August 4, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Virginio A. Pacheco. They shared 38 years of...
Jose Melo Fall River
Jose M. Melo, age 73 of Fall River, passed away on August 1, 2023 in the comfort of his home with his loving family by his side.
He was the beloved husband of Helena (Sousa) Melo.
Born in Furnas, Sao Miguel Acores, Jose was the son of the late Jose and Louisa (Ferreira) Melo.
Before retiring, Mr. Melo was employed with the former Duro Finishing as a machine operator for many years.
Jose enjoyed working in his yard, fixing just about anything for people and most of all he cherished time...
Jose M. Melo, age 73 of Fall River, passed away on August 1, 2023 in the comfort of his home with his loving family by his side.
He was the beloved husband of Helena (Sousa) Melo.
Born in...
Melissa Proyous Swansea
Melissa A. (Boulanger) Proyous, 76, of Swansea, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Thomas Proyous.
Mrs. Proyous was employed in the jewelry manufacturing industry and was a graduate of B.M.C. Durfee High School. She enjoyed ceramics and beeding.
She leaves two daughters, Kim Proyous and Kristen Proyous (husband Jason Boissonneault);
three grandchildren, Nathaniel Proyous ( wife Hailey), Hunter Medeiros (girlfriend Melissa Viera), Nikolai Stec;
four...
Melissa A. (Boulanger) Proyous, 76, of Swansea, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Thomas Proyous.
Mrs. Proyous was employed in the jewelry manufacturing industry...
Adam Ostroski Fall River
Adam R. “Dick” Ostroski, 90, of Fall River, husband of Rita E. (Levesque) Ostroski, passed away Friday, July 28, 2023.
A welder, he retired from New England Power Plant. Adam enjoyed cooking, shooting, fishing and was a member of the St.John’s Athletic Club.
He was a Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War.
Besides his wife of 69 years, he leaves three children, Peter P. Ostroski (wife Deborah L.) of Fayetteville, NC, James A. Ostroski (wife Deborah A.) of Somerset,...
Adam R. “Dick” Ostroski, 90, of Fall River, husband of Rita E. (Levesque) Ostroski, passed away Friday, July 28, 2023.
A welder, he retired from New England Power Plant. Adam...
Paul Cote Fall River
Paul E. Cote, age 75, passed away after a courageous fight with esophageal cancer July 28, 2023, surrounded by family.
Paul was born in Fall River, to Imelda (Turcotte) Cote and Ferdinand Ernest Cote. He was the last born of six children. He retired from San Diego Transit Authority and moved back home to live with family.
Paul loved being with family and friends. Paul loved baseball, making people smile, and anything Disney. Paul was truly a kid at heart. Paul was a very...
Paul E. Cote, age 75, passed away after a courageous fight with esophageal cancer July 28, 2023, surrounded by family.
Paul was born in Fall River, to Imelda (Turcotte) Cote and Ferdinand...
Joseph Bissonnette Tiverton
Joseph Armand Bissonnette, 75, of Tiverton, passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023.
He was the husband of Deborah R. (Varnet) Bissonnette.
Joseph was born in Orlando, Florida to the late Joseph Armand Bissonnette, Sr. and Isabelle (Sylvia) Bissonnette.
He graduated from B.M.C Durfee High School in 1966 and Bristol Community College obtaining an associates degree in The Pre Professional Program in 1977.
Joseph was a proud Marine veteran who served during the Vietnam War...
Joseph Armand Bissonnette, 75, of Tiverton, passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023.
He was the husband of Deborah R. (Varnet) Bissonnette.
Joseph was born in Orlando, Florida to the...
Sharon Gray Fall River
Sharon A. Gray, 71, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023, on her birthday.
She attended Jesus Mary Academy and was employed many years ago as a manager at the Pineapple Inn, Middletown, Rhode Island.
She was very family oriented and loved spending time with all her friends and family. She loved parties and was the life of any party. She believed we are not here for a long time but rather a good time and she made it a point to always have a good time in life.
Sharon had...
Sharon A. Gray, 71, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023, on her birthday.
She attended Jesus Mary Academy and was employed many years ago as a manager at the Pineapple Inn,...
Yvette Ratte Fall River
Yvette Lucille (Brault) Ratte, died peacefully on July 21, 2023 at the age of 99.
She was the devoted wife of the late J. B. Raymond Ratte for fifty-two years. Yvette was born in Fall River, the youngest child of Edilbert and Berthe (Gagnon) Brault. A life-long resident of Fall River, Yvette graduated from Blessed Sacrament School, B. M. C. Durfee High School, and Thibodeau's Business School. Upon completing her education, she worked at St. Anne's Hospital as a medical secretary in...
Yvette Lucille (Brault) Ratte, died peacefully on July 21, 2023 at the age of 99.
She was the devoted wife of the late J. B. Raymond Ratte for fifty-two years. Yvette was born in Fall River, the...
Jucelino de Freitas Fall River
Jucelino Moreira de Freitas, 52, of Fall River, passed away Friday, July 21, 2023.
He was the husband Nilza Batista de Oliveira and the son of the late Sebastião Moreira de Freitas and Eva Maria de Freitas.
Jucelino was born in Minas, Brazil. His occupation was a paver in the construction field. He loved to work on cars and enjoyed watching soccer games.
Besides his wife of 16 years, he is survived by his daughter, Suelen Moreira Santos Da Conceicao (husband...
Jucelino Moreira de Freitas, 52, of Fall River, passed away Friday, July 21, 2023.
He was the husband Nilza Batista de Oliveira and the son of the late Sebastião Moreira de Freitas...
Maria Fernandes Fall River
Maria Edalete (Viveiros) Fernandes, 75, passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Fernando Fernandes.
Born in Madeira, Portugal, she was the daughter of the late Gabriel and Maria (DeJesus) Viveiros.
Maria immigrated from Porto Santo, Madeira to the US in the early 1980’s. She was employed in the garment business but later became disabled. Not knowing the English language, she obtained her US Citizenship and went on to further her...
Maria Edalete (Viveiros) Fernandes, 75, passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023.
She was the wife of the late Fernando Fernandes.
Born in Madeira, Portugal, she was the daughter of the late...
Cyprien "Cy" Frazer III Fall River
Cyprien "Cy" Frazer III, 86, of Fall River, passed away Monday, July 17, 2023 at his home.
He was the husband of Evelyn (Costa) Frazer and the son of the late Cyprien Frazer II and Helena (Cummings) Frazer.
Cyprien was the superintendent of the Fall River Housing Authority. He was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots.
He leaves a son, Stuart Frazer; and was the brother of Geraldine Harris. He was also the brother of the...
Cyprien "Cy" Frazer III, 86, of Fall River, passed away Monday, July 17, 2023 at his home.
He was the husband of Evelyn (Costa) Frazer and the son of the late Cyprien...
Joanne Doherty Fall River
Joanne M. (Regan) Doherty, of Highland Ave. Fall River, passed away at Charlton Memorial Hospital.
Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, Joanne was the daughter of the late Jack and Jhoanna (Harrington) Regan and the former wife of the late Paul C. Doherty.
She was employed by New England Telephone, Newport Hospital and Charlton Memorial Hospital.
Joanne's hobbies included reading, drawing, golfing and in her earlier years, snow skiing.
She leaves two sons, David Doherty of...
Joanne M. (Regan) Doherty, of Highland Ave. Fall River, passed away at Charlton Memorial Hospital.
Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, Joanne was the daughter of the late Jack and Jhoanna...
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