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Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Fall River, Bristol County and Surrounding Areas.
Maria C. Couto
Dec 11, 2025
Maria C. (Sousa) Couto, 81, of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, with her family by her side.
She was born in Ribeira Grande, St. Michael, Azores. Maria was employed in the garment industry.
She leaves two sons, Jose M. Couto and Carlos Michael Couto and his wife Cheryl; a grandson, Aaron Michael Couto; a granddaughter, Jocelyne Couto; and...
Carol A. Gariepy
Dec 10, 2025
Carol A. Gariepy, 82, of Fall River, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. She was the wife of the late Robert Gariepy.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Roseanne (Sirois) Bell.
Carol enjoyed going thrift shopping and attending yard sales. Her absolute favorite thing in the world was spending time with her grandchildren. Whether...
Kenneth Paul Flavin
Dec 5, 2025
Kenneth Paul Flavin, 82, of Fall River, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at his home with his family by his side, following an illness.
Born on March 24, 1943, he was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who leaves behind a rich legacy of love and commitment to family. For many years, Kenneth served as a machinist at...
Rita B. Henrique
Dec 5, 2025
Rita B. Henrique, 88, passed away on Friday December 5, 2025 at Charlton Memorial Hospital surrounded by family. Rita was a seamstress in the sewing mills in Fall River with her sister Marie and a caretaker for many years before finishing her career as a housekeeper at the Hanover House at the age of 70.
Her presence immediately charmed any room...
William Solomon
Dec 4, 2025
William “Billy” Solomon, 61, of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Saint Luke’s Hospital, after a brief illness.
Born in Fall River, Billy worked for the City of Fall River in the cemetery department.
A beloved figure known for his unwavering kindness and dedication to helping those in need, Billy was a man of remarkable character, often described...
Edna A. Beaulieu
Dec 2, 2025
Edna A. Beaulieu, 95, of Somerset, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. She was the wife of the late Eugene G. Beaulieu with whom she shared 39 years of marriage.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Mathias and Melida (Desjardins) Chretien.
Edna dedicated many years of her career to the New England Telephone Company, where she...
George L. Giroux
Dec 2, 2025
George L. Giroux, 96, of Tiverton, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. He was the husband of the late Rolande (Pelletier) Giroux, with whom he shared 69 years of marriage.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Aldei and Alice (Potvin) Giroux.
For many years, George was a familiar face as a postman on his mail route...
Seraphim G Nobrega Jr.
Dec 2, 2025
Seraphim G. Nobrega Jr., 85, entered into rest on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital with his loving family by his side.
He leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication, and talent that resonated through his life.
He was the loving husband of 65 years to Fernanda M. (Cabral) Nobrega.
Seraphim had a 46-year career as a textile finisher at Duro...
Fred Currier, Sr.
Nov 30, 2025
Fred S. Currier, Sr., 80, of Tiverton, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. He was the husband of Norma (Ferguson) Currier with whom he shared 55 years of marriage.
Born in Salem, Massachusetts, Fred was the son of the late Lester and Marion (Delano) Currier.
Fred was a graduate of Bryant University, where he earned his Master of Business Administration. His...
Madeline D. Greenwood
Nov 26, 2025
Madeline Donna (Carreiro) Greenwood, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
She was the wife of Lawrence J. Greenwood and was married for 42 years. Madeline was born in Fall River, and was the daughter of the late Manuel and Lena Carreiro. She was the sister of Manuel Carreiro, Jr.
Madeline graduated from Case High School in Swansea, Massachusetts, class of 1964....
Elizabeth Cookson
Nov 24, 2025
Elizabeth “Betty” (Auclair) Cookson, 80, of Tiverton, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 24, 2025. She was the devoted wife of Richard Cookson, with whom she shared 40 years of marriage.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Albert G. and Alice (Rioux) Auclair.
A graduate of Dominican Academy, Class of 1964, Betty devoted her life to caring...
William Brian Emerson
Nov 19, 2025
William Brian Emerson, 80, of Fall River, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
William served in the United States Army. After his service, he worked for various companies, including Teixeira Beef and Provisions, Bechtel Corp., The Ukrainian Home, and The Fall River Line Pier. He was also a member of the Italian Progressive Club and The Liberal Club of Fall...
Kim A. Platt
Nov 18, 2025
Kim A. Platt, 66, of Somerset, formerly of Fall River passed into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
She was the daughter of Barbara A. (Arruda) Platt of Fall River and the late Kenneth M. Platt.
Kim was very active with Community Connections. She loved the beach, her set of keys, doing yard work with her late father, and she adored...
Daniel Priester
Nov 16, 2025
Daniel Priester, 81, of Fall River, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025. He was the husband of Linda (Rita) Priester.
Daniel owned and operated TV Doctor for over 30 years.
Besides his wife, Daniel is survived by his children, Nicholas Priester (fiancée Leandra Mello) and Melissa Verhaegen (husband Shane); his grandchildren, Taylor Jade and Amber Rose Verhaegen; his great-grandson, Nolan James...
Lorraine (Audit) Garell
Nov 16, 2025
Lorraine (Audit) Garell, 97, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025. She was the wife of the late Sidney J. "Red" Garell.
Born in Tiverton, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Jeannette (Bousquet) Audit. Lorraine loved to sew and crochet.
Lorraine is survived by her children, Stephen Garell (wife Jacqueline) of Assonet, and Wesley J. Garell (wife Jeanne),...
Norbina Sineiro
Nov 16, 2025
Norbina "Norby" Sineiro, 69, of Swansea, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025. She was the wife of Daniel A. Sineiro, with whom she shared 50 years of marriage.
Born in Ribeira Grande, Sao Miguel, Azores, she was the daughter of the late Manuel and Maria (Carreiro) Ponte.
Norbina dedicated her life to caring for others, serving as a Certified Nursing Assistant...
Joseph R. Santos
Nov 14, 2025
Joseph R. "Butch" Santos, 84, of Fall River, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025. He was the husband of Judith A. (Oliveira) Santos, with whom he shared 60 years of marriage.
Born in Fall River, Joseph was the son of the late Manuel and Bernadette (Paul) Santos, and the brother of the late Barbara Robichaud.
Throughout his life, Joseph was known...
Gilberto Raposo
Nov 13, 2025
Gilberto Raposo, 91, of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025. He was the husband of the late Dolores (Leite) Raposo.
He was the son of the late Manuel S. and Rosa Duarte Raposo, and the brother of the late Anibal S. Raposo (wife, the late Isilda), Maria Fernandes and Ilda Afonso.
Gilberto dedicated his early years to farming before...
Gail Lopes
Nov 13, 2025
Gail Lopes, 69, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025, following an automobile accident. Born in Fall River, Gail dedicated her life to caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in home health, where she touched the lives of many with her compassionate spirit.
Gail was passionate about the beauty of nature, often finding serenity in long walks through...
Rose Marie Swenson
Nov 12, 2025
In Loving Memory of Rose Marie Swenson
Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Godmother, Sister, Aunt, Friend and Neighbor.
Rose Marie Swenson, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother and dear friend passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. She was 73 years old. Her gentle spirit, generous heart and unwavering kindness touched all who were blessed to know...
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