All Obituaries

Riley M. Farias, 76, of Fall River, husband of Kathleen “Kathy” (Howard) Farias, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2022. He was employed by the Fall River Public School Department for 37 years. Riley was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War and a B.M.C. Durfee High School graduate of the Class of 1966. He was a fan of all New England sports teams and loved going to see the Patriots play with friends and family. Riley also enjoyed camping, boating and fishing. Besides...

Riley M. Farias, 76, of Fall River, husband of Kathleen “Kathy” (Howard) Farias, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2022. He was employed by the Fall River Public School...

Brenda Fiola Fall River

Brenda A. (Rebello) Fiola, 70, of Fall River, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2022. She was the wife of Clifford F. Fiola. They shared 51 years of marriage. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Arthur “Chick” and Deolinda “Lena” (Viveiros) Rebello. A floral designer, Brenda owned and operated Maplewood Florists for more than 25 years. She was the mother of Jessica Ann Fiola Tavares (husband Eric M. Tavares) and the late Jodi A. Fiola;...

Brenda A. (Rebello) Fiola, 70, of Fall River, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2022. She was the wife of Clifford F. Fiola. They shared 51 years of marriage. Born in Fall River, she was the...

Sharon Dussault Fall River

Sharon Ann (Silva) Dussault, 65, of Fall River, wife of Gerald Dussault, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022. She was employed by the Fall River Public School Dept. Sharon enjoyed cruising with her family, camping and spending time with her beloved dog Abby. Besides her husband of 48 years, she leaves three children, Rebecca Desmarais (husband Jason), Brian Dussault and Michael Dussault (wife Kristen); three grandchildren, Jacob and Noah Desmarais and Aiden Dussault. Sharon was...

Sharon Ann (Silva) Dussault, 65, of Fall River, wife of Gerald Dussault, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022. She was employed by the Fall River Public School Dept. Sharon enjoyed cruising...

Joseph Tavares, Jr.

Joseph R. “Joe” Tavares, Jr., 54, of Fall River, passed away at Charlton Hospital on Monday, September 26, 2022 after a long battle with cancer. He was the fiancé of Melanie J. Kobylenski; and the son of Jayne E. (Talbot) Tavares and the late Joseph Richard Tavares. Joseph worked as a counselor for many years in the mental health field, he was an avid New England sports fan who enjoyed playing ice hockey with his son, mountain biking, and spending time at the...

Joseph R. “Joe” Tavares, Jr., 54, of Fall River, passed away at Charlton Hospital on Monday, September 26, 2022 after a long battle with cancer. He was the fiancé of...

Carlos Chaves Berkley

Carlos Vieira Chaves, age 85 of Berkley, passed away peacefully in Fall River on September 26, 2022, with family by his side. He was the former husband of Jeannette (Whittle) Campos. Carl was born on May 21, 1937, in Fernais da Luz, county of Ponta Delgado, Sao Miguel, Acores, Portugal. He was the son of the late John Medeiros Chaves and Maria Anjos (Vieira) Chaves. Brother to the late John Chaves and Joseph Chaves both of Fall River. He was the former co-owner of F&F Braid Company,...

Carlos Vieira Chaves, age 85 of Berkley, passed away peacefully in Fall River on September 26, 2022, with family by his side. He was the former husband of Jeannette (Whittle) Campos. Carl was...

Melbin Reyes Hernandez Fall River

VISITATION Sunday October 2, 2022 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Auclair Funeral Home and Cremation Service 690 South Main Street Fall River, MA 02721 Full obituary to be posted at a later date.

Anna Tripp Murphy Fall River

Anna (Vieira) Tripp Murphy, 96, of Fall River, died Sunday, September 25, 2022 at Tobey Hospital. She was the wife of the late John W. Murphy Jr. and former wife of the late Chester George Tripp. Born in New Bedford, she was the daughter of the late Inocencio Vieira and Mary (Bizarro) Vieira. Anna was known for her generosity and faithful service to her community. During WWII, she lent her support working at Firestone Manufacturing and Industrial. She was employed by Ann Dale Cookie...

Anna (Vieira) Tripp Murphy, 96, of Fall River, died Sunday, September 25, 2022 at Tobey Hospital. She was the wife of the late John W. Murphy Jr. and former wife of the late Chester George...

Serafim Carneiro Fall River

Serafim C. Carneiro, 95, of Fall River, husband of the late Maria José (Melo) Carneiro, entered into rest Friday, September 23, 2022. In Portugal, Serafim was a farmer and winemaker, and especially loved grapevines. He was a hard worker and provider for his children. He was loved by his family and always cherished time spent with them. In his freetime, he enjoyed watching Wheel of Fortune and The Price is Right; scratch tickets, playing cards, and gardening. He...

Serafim C. Carneiro, 95, of Fall River, husband of the late Maria José (Melo) Carneiro, entered into rest Friday, September 23, 2022. In Portugal, Serafim was a farmer and...

John Hunter Fall River

John F. Hunter, 72, of Fall River, a former US Postal Service employee, passed away Friday, September 23, 2022. He leaves three children, John H. Hunter and his wife Victoria, Jacqueline Hunter and William “Billy” Hunter; a granddaughter, Vivianne Rose Hunter and a brother, David Hunter. He was the son of the late Joseph H. and Eleanor (Crawford) Hunter and the brother of the late Jim and Joe Hunter. His funeral was private.

John F. Hunter, 72, of Fall River, a former US Postal Service employee, passed away Friday, September 23, 2022. He leaves three children, John H. Hunter and his wife Victoria, Jacqueline...

Martha Berube Tiverton

Martha P. Berube of Tiverton, Rhode Island, (formerly of Somerset, MA of 50 years) passed away peacefully in her 93rd year on September 21, 2022 surrounded by her loved ones. Martha was married to the late Wilfred A. Berube for 53 years. Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of Joseph Isadore Pelletier and Cecilia (Houde) Pelletier, sister of Yvette (Pelletier) Wood and the late Jeannine (Pelletier) Scanlon. Martha graduated from the former Jesus Mary Academy in Fall River in 1946,...

Martha P. Berube of Tiverton, Rhode Island, (formerly of Somerset, MA of 50 years) passed away peacefully in her 93rd year on September 21, 2022 surrounded by her loved ones. Martha was married to...

Jan Kosinski Tiverton

Jan T. Kosinski, 72, of Tiverton, RI passed away Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at home. He was the son of the late Edwin P. Kosinski and Mary F. (Jaworski) Kosinski. He was the husband of 31 years of the late Julia M. “Julie” (Guinen) Kosinski. Jan served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War from 1970 to 1972. He was the owner of Janko Beverage Systems. He was a longtime supporter of Forever Paws Animal Shelter fostering and adopting several dogs, including...

Jan T. Kosinski, 72, of Tiverton, RI passed away Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at home. He was the son of the late Edwin P. Kosinski and Mary F. (Jaworski) Kosinski. He was the husband of 31...

Herbert Gaughan Tiverton

Herbert W. Gaughan, 88, of Tiverton, passed away peacefully at Rhode Island Veterans Home, Bristol, Rhode Island Saturday, September 17, 2022. He was the husband of Helen D. (Champagne) Gaughan. They shared 65 years of marriage. Herbert was employed by Globe Manufacturing Co. for 35 years. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. In his younger years Herbert was an avid sportsman who coached his sons in Holy Ghost C.Y.O. basketball and enjoyed watching them play. His hobbies...

Herbert W. Gaughan, 88, of Tiverton, passed away peacefully at Rhode Island Veterans Home, Bristol, Rhode Island Saturday, September 17, 2022. He was the husband of Helen D. (Champagne)...

Thomas Davenport Westport

Thomas E. Davenport, Sr., 74, of Westport, a City of Fall River Public Library employee, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022. His hobbies included motorcycles, fishing, hunting and woodworking. He leaves two children, Thomas Davenport, Jr. and Meagan Medeiros (husband Mark); grandchildren Thomas, Thor, Tyr, Tyler, Josh and Heather; great-grandchildren, Hykin, Scarlet, Ajax, Jada and Dakota; siblings, Judith Aguiar, Linda Mello, Steven Davenport, and Scott...

Thomas E. Davenport, Sr., 74, of Westport, a City of Fall River Public Library employee, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022. His hobbies included motorcycles, fishing, hunting and...

Helen Mello Fall River

Helen "Lil" Lillian (Thibault) Mello, 91, passed away peacefully amongst family at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River Tuesday, September 13, 2022. Helen was born in Swansea Massachusetts on February 04, 1931. She was employed by the former Haskon Aerospace in Taunton as an inspector for the majority of her career. Throughout her entire life she unselfishly dedicated herself by providing support to her family in any way that she could imagine. Her selflessness made it so that...

Helen "Lil" Lillian (Thibault) Mello, 91, passed away peacefully amongst family at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River Tuesday, September 13, 2022. Helen was born in Swansea...

Ilene Hayes

Ilene P. Hayes, 86, of Somerset, formerly of Dartmouth, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 12, 2022. She was the beloved wife of the late Daniel J. Hayes. Born in New Bedford, she was the daughter of the late Manuel and Irene (Mello) Pacheco. She leaves a daughter, Kimberly Ann Hayes and two beloved grandchildren; Erin Elizabeth Murray and Patrick James Murray, all of Somerset. Ilene graduated from the Cape Cod School of Nursing in 1956 and practiced nursing at Beth...

Ilene P. Hayes, 86, of Somerset, formerly of Dartmouth, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 12, 2022. She was the beloved wife of the late Daniel J. Hayes. Born in New Bedford, she...

George Lavoie Fall River

George E. J. Lavoie, 98 of Fall River, husband of the late Dorothy (Dollard) Lavoie and Irene J. (Carpenter) Lavoie, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2022. A Fall River Firefighter for 32 years, retiring in 1985, and an Army combat veteran of WW II, he was a Bronze Star recipient and member of the VFW. A graduate of Boston School of Mechanical Dentistry Prosthodontics he was employed by Trudeau's Dental Lab, Somerset and also Auclair Funeral Home and the Lee County, Florida School...

George E. J. Lavoie, 98 of Fall River, husband of the late Dorothy (Dollard) Lavoie and Irene J. (Carpenter) Lavoie, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2022. A Fall River Firefighter for 32 years,...

John Da Silva Fall River

John Da Silva, 84, of Fall River, passed away at home Friday, September 9, 2022. He was the husband of Natalia M. (Da Silva) Da Silva. Born in São Jorge, Azores, he was the son of the late Jose Da Silva and Maria Jesus (Igreija) Da Silva. John served in the Portuguese Army prior to moving to the United States. He previously was employed as a Security Guard and in Maintenance Operations at Brown University. He played the clarinet in the Saint Cecilia Philharmonic Band of Fall...

John Da Silva, 84, of Fall River, passed away at home Friday, September 9, 2022. He was the husband of Natalia M. (Da Silva) Da Silva. Born in São Jorge, Azores, he was the son of...

David Salvas Fall River

David Ronald Salvas, age 66 of Fall River, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022 at St. Anne's Hospital. He was the son of the late Joseph and Theresa Salvas, brother of the late Joseph Salvas, Jr., and Diane Grotta and father of the late Eric Salvas. He was born in Fall River and was a longtime resident of Swansea. David was a truck driver for many years. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved camping with his family. He was a sports fan, who not only loved his New England teams, but also...

David Ronald Salvas, age 66 of Fall River, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022 at St. Anne's Hospital. He was the son of the late Joseph and Theresa Salvas, brother of the late Joseph...

Othilia Belanger Fall River

Othilia "Tillie" (Ricardo) Belanger, 85, of Fall River, wife of the late Gerard O. "Jerry" Belanger, passed away at home with her family at her side Thursday, September 8, 2022. She worked in the Fall River school system first as a lunch aide at the Dwelly School, then as a teacher's aide at the Osborn School. Othilia leaves a son, Mark W. Belanger of Fall River; sisters Veronica and Agnes Ricardo and nieces and nephews. She was the daughter of the late August...

Othilia "Tillie" (Ricardo) Belanger, 85, of Fall River, wife of the late Gerard O. "Jerry" Belanger, passed away at home with her family at her side Thursday, September...

Joan Reed Fall River

Joan A. (Taggart) Reed, 77, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, September 3, 2022 at home. She was the wife of Kenneth J. “Ken” Reed, Sr. Joan enjoyed ceramics, cooking, baking and shopping. Before her retirement, she was employed as a home health aide and also worked for The Pine Factory. Besides her husband of over 61 years, she leaves five children, Kenneth J. Reed, Jr. (late wife Tina), Terry Skarpos (husband Konstantinos “Gus”...

Joan A. (Taggart) Reed, 77, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, September 3, 2022 at home. She was the wife of Kenneth J. “Ken” Reed, Sr. Joan enjoyed ceramics, cooking, baking...

Steven P. Silva Fall River

Steven P. “Bones” Silva, 59, of Fall River, a 34 year employee of Teknikor, passed away at his home with his family by his side Saturday, September 3, 2022. He was the husband of Donna M. (Lewis) Silva. Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Lawrence M. “Larry” Silva and Irene L. “Sue” (Bosse) Silva. Steve previously was employed as a cook at Buddy’s Restaurant and McGovern’s Family Restaurant. He was also a master...

Steven P. “Bones” Silva, 59, of Fall River, a 34 year employee of Teknikor, passed away at his home with his family by his side Saturday, September 3, 2022. He was the husband of...

Theresa Bouchard Fall River

Theresa J. (Forcier) Bouchard, 88, of Fall River, Massachusetts, passed away Friday, September 2, 2022 at the Fall River Jewish Home. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Joseph J. Forcier and Merilda (Belmore) Forcier. Theresa was predeceased by her former husband John F. Mutch and was the widow of Leonard Bouchard. She attended BMC Durfee High School. After school she worked at Louis Hand Factory until her marriage. She and her family moved to Connecticut...

Theresa J. (Forcier) Bouchard, 88, of Fall River, Massachusetts, passed away Friday, September 2, 2022 at the Fall River Jewish Home. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late...

Corinne Silvia Fall River

Corinne C. Silvia, 73, of Fall River, passed away peacefully at home on the evening of September 1, 2022, following a valiant four-year battle with cancer and its complications. She was the beloved mother of Richard Shawn Machado. Born in Fall River, MA, Corinne was the daughter of the late Anthony and Claire (Bernier) Davis. Prior to her retirement Corinne was employed by People Incorporated as a Direct Care Professional for a number of years. Corinne loved spending time with her family,...

Corinne C. Silvia, 73, of Fall River, passed away peacefully at home on the evening of September 1, 2022, following a valiant four-year battle with cancer and its complications. She was the...

Ryan Paradis East Taunton

Ryan Ronald Paradis, 36, of East Taunton, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022. He was the husband of Sharon M. (Barbosa) Paradis and the son of Ronald R. Paradis and Sheila A. (McAndrew) Paradis, both of Fall River. Ryan was a committed employee at Marriott Hotels for over ten years. In his free time, Ryan enjoyed toy photography (Tusken_Traders), toy collecting and trading, traveling, camping, Boston sports, video games, random adventures, Star Wars, Ghostbusters, all...

Ryan Ronald Paradis, 36, of East Taunton, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022. He was the husband of Sharon M. (Barbosa) Paradis and the son of Ronald R. Paradis and Sheila A. (McAndrew)...

Jeffrey Parisee Fall River

Jeffrey J. Parisee, 59, of Fall River, passed away at his home Monday, August 29, 2022. He was formerly employed at Simon’s Supply and then Charlie’s Oil, as a dispatcher. He proudly attended BCC and was working to complete his Associate’s Degree. His greatest achievement was being “Papa.” He enjoyed walking at Battleship Cove, hiking in the woods, yardwork, riding bikes, working on his car, going to his grandchildren’s softball and baseball games,...

Jeffrey J. Parisee, 59, of Fall River, passed away at his home Monday, August 29, 2022. He was formerly employed at Simon’s Supply and then Charlie’s Oil, as a dispatcher. He proudly...

Ronald Souza, Jr. Taunton

Ronald J. Souza, Jr., 57, of Taunton, Massachusetts, passed away Monday, August 29, 2022. He was the son of the late Carol Ann Souza and Ronald J. Souza, Sr. Ronnie leaves behind a brother, Christopher N. Souza (wife Patricia Souza); two nieces, Candace B. Souza and Britney N. Souza; and a nephew, Sonny P. Mello. Ronald is loved and will be missed greatly. He is now laid to rest with both of his parents. Arrangements were private.

Ronald J. Souza, Jr., 57, of Taunton, Massachusetts, passed away Monday, August 29, 2022. He was the son of the late Carol Ann Souza and Ronald J. Souza, Sr. Ronnie leaves behind a brother,...

Francis Desmarais Tiverton

Francis Desmarais, age 74, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, passed away on Thursday, August 25. He was the son of the late Leo and Edna (Gagne) Desmarais. Francis was a bricklayer for over forty years and was a member of the Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftsworkers. He is survived by his wife of thirty-nine years, Sharon (Cabral) Desmarais and his sons, Michael of Rhode Island and Marc of North Carolina. He is also survived by his siblings, Edward...

Francis Desmarais, age 74, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, passed away on Thursday, August 25. He was the son of the late Leo and Edna (Gagne) Desmarais. Francis was a bricklayer for...

Donald Beaulieu Fall River

Donald W. Beaulieu, 79, of Fall River, a retired 22 year employee of Lightolier, passed away Thursday, August 25, 2022 at the Fall River Jewish Home. He was the husband of the late Carol A. (Chasse) Beaulieu for 48 years. A lifelong resident of Fall River, he was the son of the late Ernest and Rose (Desrosiers) Beaulieu. He served in the Marine Corps. Donald enjoyed Bingo and was a big N.E. Patriot’s fan. He leaves behind three sons, Roger St.Pierre (wife Susan) of Fall ...

Donald W. Beaulieu, 79, of Fall River, a retired 22 year employee of Lightolier, passed away Thursday, August 25, 2022 at the Fall River Jewish Home. He was the husband of the late Carol A....

Maurice Levrault Fall River

Maurice J. “Big Moe” Levrault, 78, of Fall River, passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2022. He was the husband of the late Cheryle (Pereira) Levrault. He was employed by Truesdale Clinic for many years. Moe was a Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War. He was awarded several Purple Heart medals. He enjoyed washing his cars and listening to music and Christmas time. He leaves three children, Christine Maynard (husband Jonathan) of Fall River, Jeffrey Levrault (wife...

Maurice J. “Big Moe” Levrault, 78, of Fall River, passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2022. He was the husband of the late Cheryle (Pereira) Levrault. He was employed by Truesdale...

Francis Almeida, Sr. Fall River

Francis Almeida, Sr., 63, of Fall River , husband of Maureen A. (Solomon) Almeida, passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2022. He was employed at Duro Manufacturing as a dye operator. He also was a bus driver for the Whaling City Transit Inc. and the Town of Swansea. Francis had many pastimes, including fishing, playing cards, visiting the dog track, hockey, and wrestling. He leaves two children, Francis Almeida, Jr. (wife Heather) and Ashlee Almeida (fiancé Dylan French),...

Francis Almeida, Sr., 63, of Fall River , husband of Maureen A. (Solomon) Almeida, passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2022. He was employed at Duro Manufacturing as a dye operator. He also was a...

Laura Levesque Tiverton

Laura (Roies) Levesque, 97, a lifelong resident of Tiverton, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2022. She was the widow of Julien R. “Brownie” Levesque. She had been employed by Merritt Manufacturing Laura loved to dance. She was the daughter of the late John and Theresa (Souza) Roies. Laura was the mother of Robert Levesque (wife Caroline) of Florida and the late Daniel Levesque (wife Vivian of Dartmouth; and the longtime companion of Eddie Camuso. She also leaves three...

Laura (Roies) Levesque, 97, a lifelong resident of Tiverton, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2022. She was the widow of Julien R. “Brownie” Levesque. She had been employed by Merritt...

Elizabeth Powell Fall River

Elizabeth A. (Stone) Powell, 91, of Fall River, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at Clifton Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Francis E. Powell and the daughter of the late Charles G. and Elizabeth A. (Sullivan) Stone, but was raised by Daniel and Ann (Sullivan) Hickey. She was employed by Stella Ann Frocks and Terminal Bakery. Liz enjoyed traveling and bingo. She leaves a brother, Daniel Hickey (late wife Joan) of Fall River, and was sister of the late Mary Quinn...

Elizabeth A. (Stone) Powell, 91, of Fall River, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at Clifton Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Francis E. Powell and the daughter of the late...

Antonio Moniz Fall River

Antonio José Moniz, 87, of Fall River, passed away August 23, 2022. He worked for years as a meat cutter for N.E.P. and retired from Far Industries. He was the husband of Maria DaConceicao (Rodrigues) Moniz. Born in Ponta Garça, St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of the late Jose Moniz and Maria (Nascimente) DeMedeiros. Antonio was a member of Good Shepherd Church. His Hobbies included working in his garden, fishing, spending time with his dog, Roxy,...

Antonio José Moniz, 87, of Fall River, passed away August 23, 2022. He worked for years as a meat cutter for N.E.P. and retired from Far Industries. He was the husband of Maria...

Carol Souza Taunton

Carol Ann Souza, 81, a lifelong resident of Taunton, MA, passed away peacefully August 23, 2022. She was the daughter of the late John and Edna Thornton. Carol was the former wife of the late Ronald S. Souza, Sr. She leaves two children, Ronald J. Souza, Jr. and Christopher N. Souza (wife Patricia Souza); a sister, Jean Amaral; three granddaughters, Candace B. Souza, Britney N. Souza and Kristy M. Souza; one grandson, Sonny P. Mello; one great grandson, Benjamin A....

Carol Ann Souza, 81, a lifelong resident of Taunton, MA, passed away peacefully August 23, 2022. She was the daughter of the late John and Edna Thornton. Carol was the former wife of the...

Michael Tremblay Fall River

Michael J. Tremblay, 59 of Fall River MA, passed away on August 21st, 2022, after fighting a long courageous battle against cancer. He passed peacefully at home, with his loving wife Beverly M. Tremblay (Soares) by his side. In addition, Michael is survived by his mother-in-law Dolores Soares, sister-in-law Brenda Soares of Fall River MA., Linda Adeduji, her husband Ola and their children of Swansea MA; his brothers Rev. Marc P. Tremblay, pastor of Holy Trinity Parish in West Harwich MA,...

Michael J. Tremblay, 59 of Fall River MA, passed away on August 21st, 2022, after fighting a long courageous battle against cancer. He passed peacefully at home, with his loving wife Beverly M....

Antonio Santos Fall River

Antonio M. “Tony” Santos, 58, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2002. A student of B.M.C. Durfee High School, Tony owned and operated Santos Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Service. He was known as Mr. Fix-It and he graciously fixed most anything for others. He was a dog lover, especially fond of Boxers. He enjoyed fishing, cooking, listening to oldies music, watching old westerns and comedies and loved to watch "Its a...

Antonio M. “Tony” Santos, 58, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2002. A student of B.M.C. Durfee High School, Tony owned and operated Santos Refrigeration and...

Joseph Medeiros Somerset

Joseph M. “Joe” Medeiros, 61, of Somerset, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2022. Joe was born in Capelas, St.Michael, Azores. He was employed by J. Derenzo Co. for many years and was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 4. Joe had a heart of gold and was known as a “gentle giant” with a kind soul. His hobbies included fishing, boating and watching the Red Sox and the Patriots. He leaves his...

Joseph M. “Joe” Medeiros, 61, of Somerset, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2022. Joe was born in Capelas, St.Michael, Azores. He was employed by J. Derenzo Co. for many years...

Charles Michaud Fall River

Charles E. “ Chuck” Michaud, 79, of Fall River, passed away Friday, August 19, 2022. He was the husband of 40 years of Patti A. (Warren) Michaud and the former husband of Janice Nixon. Chuck had been employed by Brittany Dyeing & Printing Co. and previously by Rand McNally. Chuck loved to fish, fly kites and golf. Besides his wife and former wife, Chuck leaves five children, Charles Michaud (wife Tida-Thea keat), James Michaud (wife Tracy), Deborah...

Charles E. “ Chuck” Michaud, 79, of Fall River, passed away Friday, August 19, 2022. He was the husband of 40 years of Patti A. (Warren) Michaud and the former husband of Janice...

Robert Oliveira Fall River

Robert Oliveira, 81, of Fall River, passed into eternal rest Thursday, August 18, 2022. He was the husband of Jeannette (Audette) Leger-Oliveira, with whom he shared 13 years of marriage. Robert was employed as a supervisor at Globe Manufacturing. He loved reading, traveling and sports and spent a lot of time watching the History Channel. His parents were Manuel and Amelia (Mello) Oliveira. Besides his wife, he leaves two stepsons, Jay Leger and Keith Leger; Six...

Robert Oliveira, 81, of Fall River, passed into eternal rest Thursday, August 18, 2022. He was the husband of Jeannette (Audette) Leger-Oliveira, with whom he shared 13 years of marriage. Robert...

Jonathan Mello Fall River

Jonathan P. Mello, 43, of Fall River, passed away Monday, August 15, 2022, after a courageous battle with a long time illness. He was employed by Stop & Shop. He was the son of Janice Lee (St.Germain) Mello of Fall River and the late Manuel Luis Mello; the brother of Jennifer Mello; uncle of Kaleb, Kallie and Ethan Mello; He also leaves several aunts, uncles and cousins. Jonathan enjoyed playing games with his family, telling jokes and showing off his latest sleight of...

Jonathan P. Mello, 43, of Fall River, passed away Monday, August 15, 2022, after a courageous battle with a long time illness. He was employed by Stop & Shop. He was the son of Janice...

Normand Sirois Fall River & Sarasota, FL

Normand L. Sirois, 97, of Fall River and Sarasota, Florida, husband of the late Jeannine G. (Provencal) Sirois, passed away Saturday, August 13, 2022. A Navy veteran of WW II, he was employed by the Naval Underwater Systems Center, Newport, was a self-employed Furrier and Home Builder and was a former member of Montaup Country Club. He leaves three children, Paul G. Sirois (and Betty Ann) of Carver, MA, Leo N. Sirois and his wife Evelyn of Fall River and Doris Tripp and her husband George...

Normand L. Sirois, 97, of Fall River and Sarasota, Florida, husband of the late Jeannine G. (Provencal) Sirois, passed away Saturday, August 13, 2022. A Navy veteran of WW II, he was employed by...

Joseph Arruda Fall River

Joseph C. Arruda, 79, of Fall River, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. He is the beloved husband of Maria S. (Matues) Arruda. They were married for over 55 years. Joseph was employed in the leather industry. He also enjoyed cabinetry and working with his hands. Joseph loved to be outdoors, spending his time fishing and traveling. Born in Ginetas, Ponta Delgada, St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of the late Jose Cordeiro Arruda and Christina...

Joseph C. Arruda, 79, of Fall River, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. He is the beloved husband of Maria S. (Matues) Arruda. They were married for over 55...

George Desrosiers Somerset

George Desrosiers, Sr., 90, of Somerset, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022. He was the husband of Jeannette (Vaillancourt) Desrosiers. Now retired, George was employed by Ann Dale Cookies and South East Container. His hobbies included bowling, card playing and gardening. He was a member of the Italian Progressive Club. Besides his wife of 67 years, he leaves four children, Deborah St. Pierre (late husband Maurice) of Somerset, George Desrosiers Jr. (wife Lauri) of...

George Desrosiers, Sr., 90, of Somerset, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022. He was the husband of Jeannette (Vaillancourt) Desrosiers. Now retired, George was employed by Ann Dale...

Raymond DeMello formerly of Middletown & Fall River

Raymond M. DeMello, 55, formerly of Fall River, passed Thursday, August 11, 2022. Ray was an avid sports fan, especially of the Red Sox. He was the son of the late Roger and Margaret (Gard) DeMello; brother of Richard DeMello, Randy DeMello and the late Ronald E. DeMello, Roger DeMello, Russell DeMello, Robert DeMello and Paula Jones. He also leaves many nieces and nephews. Burial was private.

Raymond M. DeMello, 55, formerly of Fall River, passed Thursday, August 11, 2022. Ray was an avid sports fan, especially of the Red Sox. He was the son of the late Roger and Margaret...

Arlene Benevides Fall River

Arlene (Bishop) Benevides, 88, passed away Wednesday, August 10, 2022. She was the wife of the late Richard P. Benevides and the daughter of the late Mariano S. Bishop and Mary (Souza) Bishop. She was a graduate of B.M.C. Durfee High School and worked as an executive secretary for Louis Hand Mfg. Arlene loved baking, cooking and spending time with family. She enjoyed giving to others, especially to charities. She leaves two children, Ricardo F. Benevides (companion Ines...

Arlene (Bishop) Benevides, 88, passed away Wednesday, August 10, 2022. She was the wife of the late Richard P. Benevides and the daughter of the late Mariano S. Bishop and Mary (Souza)...

Sidney Raposa, Jr. Tiverton, RI

Sidney J. Raposa, Jr., 84, of Tiverton, passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at Rhode Island Hospital. Sid was a retired truck driver for several trucking companies and was a member of the Teamsters Union. He was a NASCAR fan and in his younger days would race at Seekonk Speedway. He was also a certified scuba diver and a Harley Davidson enthusiast. Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Sidney J. Raposa Sr. and the late Mary L. (Rocha) Raposa. He was predeceased by two...

Sidney J. Raposa, Jr., 84, of Tiverton, passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at Rhode Island Hospital. Sid was a retired truck driver for several trucking companies and was a member of...

Francis Powell, Jr. Fall River

Francis E. “Frank” Powell, Jr. 84, of Fall River, passed away Monday, August 8, 2022 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of Elizabeth A. (Stone) Powell. They shared 56 years of marriage. Born in New Bedford, Francis was the son of the late Francis E. and Loretta (Montigny) Powell. Now retired, Frank had been employed as an electrician working in both the residential and commercial fields. He also worked at Whites of Westport. Frank served in...

Francis E. “Frank” Powell, Jr. 84, of Fall River, passed away Monday, August 8, 2022 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of Elizabeth A. (Stone) Powell. They...

Richard Carvalho, Sr. Fall River

Richard A. Carvalho, Sr., 75, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, August 7, 2022 at Tufts University Medical Center, Boston. Born in New Bedford, he was the son of the late John J. and Hilda (Souza) Carvalho. Before his retirement, he was employed by Nicosia Development, Boston and was a member of the Painter’s Union. Richard loved riding his bicycle around the city, Doo Wop music, scratch tickets and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He leaves two...

Richard A. Carvalho, Sr., 75, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, August 7, 2022 at Tufts University Medical Center, Boston. Born in New Bedford, he was the son of the late John J. and Hilda...

Rosa Rodrigues Somerset, formerly of Fall River

Rosa (Sousa) Rodrigues, 88, of Somerset, formerly of Fall River, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2022. She was the wife of Manuel B. Rodrigues. Born in Portela, Cabana Maior, Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Ana (Rodrigues) Sousa. She, with her husband, owned and operated the former Plourde’s Bakery and previously was employed by Bristol Knitting Mills, Darwood Mfg. and Santoro Mfg. Besides her husband of 66 years, she leaves her...

Rosa (Sousa) Rodrigues, 88, of Somerset, formerly of Fall River, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2022. She was the wife of Manuel B. Rodrigues. Born in Portela, Cabana Maior, Arcos de...

Joseph Correia, Jr. Fall River

Joseph “Joe” Correia, Jr., 91, of Fall River, passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2022. He was the husband of the late Agnes (Moniz) Correia, who preceded him in death in 2010. Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Joseph and Adeline (Soares) Correia. Joe was an Army veteran, earning the rank of Master Sergeant. He was employed by Harvey Probber. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins and Patriots fan. Joe leaves a son, Michael...

Joseph “Joe” Correia, Jr., 91, of Fall River, passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2022. He was the husband of the late Agnes (Moniz) Correia, who preceded him in death in 2010. Born...

Auclair Funeral Home and Cremation Service
| 690 South Main Street
| Fall River, MA 02721
| Tel: 1-508-672-6100
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Auclair Funeral Home and Cremation Service
| 690 South Main Street
| Fall River, MA 02721
| Tel: 1-508-672-6100