OBITUARY LISTINGS
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Fall River, Bristol County and Surrounding Areas.
Louise Ferland
Dec 5, 2024
Louise A. Ferland, a beacon of faith and kindness, left this world on December 5, 2024, in Huntsville, Alabama. Born on August 14, 1954, in Fall River, Massachusetts, Louise embarked on a remarkable journey through life, defined by her unwavering commitment to service and education.
After a fulfilling career at New England Telephone, Louise pursued her lifelong dream of becoming a...
John Pinckney Nelson
Dec 1, 2024
John “Jack” Pinckney Nelson, 78, of Little Compton, died on December 1st , 2024, following a long struggle with Lewy Body Dementia.
Jack was born in Concord, NH on October 2, 1946 to John Guy Nelson and Jean Pinckney Nelson. He lived in Bedford, NH as a child, where his love for history, wildlife, farming, art, music, being outdoors, and working...
Francis J. Trenholme
Nov 30, 2024
Francis J. Trenholme, 82, of Fall River, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024. He was the devoted husband of Claudette J. (Lapointe) Trenholme, with whom he shared a loving partnership that spanned 59 years.
He was the son of the late Willard and Germaine (Landry) Trenholme.
Francis was a mathematician at the Newport Naval Base for many years. He was an...
Frank Joseph Aguiar, Jr.
Nov 28, 2024
Frank Joseph Aguiar, Jr., 97, of Tiverton, passed away on Thursday November 28, 2024. He was the husband of Lorraine Ann (Cantin) Aguiar, with whom he shared 74 years of marriage.
Born on April 23, 1927, in Tiverton, Rhode Island, he was the son of the late Frank, Sr. and Mary (Perry) Aguiar.
A United States Navy Veteran of World War II,...
Alice Saber
Nov 28, 2024
Alice (Thomas) Saber, 93, of Fall River, took her place in the Kingdom of God on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2024. Born in Providence, RI to the late Saleem and Maliki (Samuel and Margaret) (Asermily) Thomas, she was the beloved wife of the late Elias Louis Saber, whom she married on August 25, 1950.
Alice graduated from Hope High School in...
Joan F. Leger
Nov 28, 2024
Joan Frances Leger, affectionately known as Joani, of Westport, formerly of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at the age of 69.
Joani’s educational journey culminated with her graduation from Durfee B.M.C High School in 1973. Following her academic pursuits, she began a fulfilling career, being employed by Fairway Agency as well as Ann & Hope, and Aetna...
Maria C. Borges
Nov 24, 2024
Maria “Connie” Borges, 88, of Assonet, MA, passed away on November 24, 2024, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease, with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Manuel Borges for 67 years. Born in Furnas, São Miguel, Azores, on September 24, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Maria José (Cabral) Costa and João...
Patricia A. Brunelle
Nov 23, 2024
Patricia A. Brunelle passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family November 23, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on September 9, 1947, in Fall River, Massachusetts, Patricia embodied warmth and love throughout her life.
Patricia worked many years in the garment industry, a career that reflected her industrious spirit and commitment to her work. Additionally, she served proudly...
Steven P. Massey
Nov 18, 2024
Steven "Porcupine" Massey, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother, left this world on November 18, 2024, at the age of 62. Steven was born on May 24, 1962, and dedicated his life to his family and his career as a truck driver in commercial trucking, where he was respected for his hard work and commitment.
He is survived by his...
Alberto L. Faria
Nov 17, 2024
Alberto L. Faria, 75, of Fall River, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on November 17, 2024.
He was born on December 6, 1948, in Portugal.
Alberto was known for his craftsmanship, having built houses and worked at Electric Boat, where his skills and dedication shone brightly.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Alberto was deeply involved in his community. He served as President of the...
Barbara Ann Pelletier
Nov 17, 2024
Barbara Ann Pelletier, 84, of Fall River, passed away at Somerset Ridge Nursing Center on November 17, 2024. Born in Fall River, Barbara was the wife of the late Raymond Pelletier and the daughter of the late Joseph M. and Jeannette (Plante) Rogers.
She was employed in the garment industry. In her free time, Barbara embraced vibrant hobbies that added joy...
Nathan James Andrade
Nov 16, 2024
Nathan James Andrade, a dedicated boat builder specializing in racing boats, left this world on November 16, 2024, at the age of 48. Born on January 20, 1976, in Fall River, Nathan's life was marked by his passion for craftsmanship and his deep love for family.
Nathan's career as a boat builder showcased his skill and attention to detail. He took...
Joseph P. Farias, III
Nov 15, 2024
Joseph P. Farias, III, a cherished father, beloved son, devoted brother, and a loyal companion, passed away on November 15, 2024, at the age of 53. He entered this world on August 9, 1971, and lived a life full of passion, service, and love, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be engraved in the hearts of those who knew...
Francisco H. Matos
Nov 14, 2024
Francisco Herles Matos, a devoted father and cherished grandfather, passed away on November 14, 2024, in Holyoke, Massachusetts, at the age of 67. Born on October 31, 1957, in Araripina, Brazil, Francisco lived a life defined by creativity, craftsmanship, and love for his family.
Francisco proudly served in the Brazilian Army, demonstrating discipline and commitment early in his life. Later, he...
Claudette M. Marchand
Nov 13, 2024
Claudette M. Marchand, 77, of Dartmouth, a cherished matriarch of her family, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in Somerset, Massachusetts. She was a resident of Somerset for many years.
Claudette was the daughter of the late Eudore and Yvette (Chabot) Levesque.
A graduate of Somerset High School, class of 1964, Claudette entered the workforce with vigor and grace, eventually serving...
Frederick Joseph Lovett, V
Nov 13, 2024
Frederick Joseph Lovett, V, beloved husband, devoted son, and cherished brother, passed away on November 13, 2024, at the age of 34. He was the loving husband of Ashley Elizabeth Hebert. They shared 13 years together, 3 of those years spent in marriage.
Frederick brought joy and unity to all who knew him. He was known for his love of family,...
Hedwidge L. Dansereau
Nov 11, 2024
Hedwidge L. Dansereau passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, just days shy of her 99th birthday. She was the wife of the late Armand J. Dansereau.
Hedwidge dedicated much of her professional life to service, working as sales clerk for Service Merchandise in Florida and as a secretary for Sturdy Memorial Hospital. Her career exemplified her commitment to helping others,...
Peter J. Irla
Nov 10, 2024
Peter J. Irla, 52, of Tiverton, RI, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024.
Growing up, Peter spent summers on Stafford Pond and was a season ticket holder to Theater By The Sea in Wakefield, RI. He was a black belt in Taekwondo and loved to ski. He was protective of his kid sister and even though they were six years apart,...
Ronald Paul LaForest, Sr.
Nov 9, 2024
Ronald “Rocky” Paul LaForest, Sr., a beloved figure in the Fall River community, passed away on November 9, 2024 following a tragic accident.
He was the husband of the late Mary A. (Leduc) LaForest.
Born on April 13, 1954, in Fall River, Ronald grew to become a dedicated cook in the restaurant industry, honing his culinary skills at the Diman Regional Vocational...
Marie Jeanne Chaunt
Nov 9, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marie Jeanne (Gauthier) Chaunt on Saturday, November 9th, 2024.
Born on June 30th, 1939 in Fall River, MA, Jeanne (the name used by those closest to her) was the matriarch of the Chaunt family and lived a life full of meaning, compassion and purpose from early on. She married the...
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