All Obituaries

Brian Carvalho, 40, of Fall River, passed away Monday, April 29, 2024, after a long battle against osteosarcoma.    Brian was the loving husband of Elizabeth Cote Carvalho.    Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, Brian was the son of Nelson and Rosa (Carvalho) Carvalho.    Brian worked as a corporate compliance officer for Santander and Citizens Bank.   Brian was an avid sports fan who loved the San Francisco 49’ers, fantasy football, the Boston...

Del (Labrecque) Mello, 100, of Fall River, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024.    She was the wife of the late Thomas E. Mello.    Born in Fall River, Del was the daughter of the late Ernest and Martina (St. Pierre) Labrecque.  Del was employed as a cafeteria waitress for Anderson Little for many years and also worked at U.S. Records.  Del took part in volksmarching, in which she won over 100 medals. She enjoyed reading, cooking, and...

José I. Tavares, 86, of Fall River, passed into eternal life on Saturday, April 27, 2024. He was the husband of Maria O. Tavares. Born in São Miguel, Açores, he was the son of the late João and Maria (Augusta) Tavares.   José was employed in the boat manufacturing business for his career, where he made many lifelong friends. He devoutly attended Sunday church services throughout his life, always dressing in a suit and tie. He was involved in...

Mary “Connie” Arruda, 90, of Fall River, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. Born is Capalas, St. Michael, Azores, she was the daughter of the late Manuel D. and Anna T. (Oliveira) Arruda. She was employed as a sewing machine operator in the garment industry. Connie, as she was called by her family, was talented in the art of crocheting and sewing. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed being in the kitchen cooking meals and baking...

Annette R. (Bazinet) Collura, 84, of Fall River, formerly of Westport, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2024, surrounded by family and friends.She was the wife of the late Edward H. Collura.  She was employed by United Merchants, and was a member of the former Notre Dame Parish.Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, Annete was the daughter of the late Leo and Rose (Gagnon) Bazinet.  Annette enjoyed crocheting and crossword puzzles and treasured time with her grandchildren and...

Paul J. Roy, 81, of Fall River, passed away Saturday April 20, 2024.  He was the husband of the late Madeleine C. (Pascoal) Roy. Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, Paul was the son of the late Raymond N. and Lena (Brisebois) Roy.     Paul was an avid fisherman who loved to fish with his brother Roger. He loved dogs and enjoyed visiting car museums with his grandson, Jeffrey.  A graduate of Prevost High School, Paul worked for Millright, AMF Bowling Alley...

Charlotte (Taylor) Costa, 70, of Fall River, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024. She was the wife of Robert V. Costa, Jr.   Charlotte worked as a secretary in the Vice Narcotics Unit for the Collier County Sheriff's Office, located in Florida. Charlotte enjoyed vacationing on cruises.    Besides her husband, Charlotte is survived by her children, Kevin and Sheri; her grandchildren, Allison, Charlie, Tyler, and Mya; and a sister, Sarah.   She was the...

Maria (Rodrigues) Antunes, 84, of Fall River, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, April 19, 2024, after a long illness.   She was the wife of Fernando A. Antunes. They shared 52 years of marriage. Born in Valdreu Vila Verde, Portugal, she was the daughter of Jose and Maria (Gonsalves) Rodrigues. Maria loved spending time outside in her yard tending to her large variety of flowers and her garden. She also enjoyed knitting and crocheting. She made the best...

Mary F. (Pacheco) Botelho, 97, of Somerset, formerly of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024. She was employed by Frito-Lay, Trina and Olympus Nursing Home.  After retiring, she volunteered as a Foster Grandmother at the Silvia School and at St.Anne’s Hospital. She is survived by her two daughters, Judith McDonald, and Donna M. Novo (husband John); 4 grandchildren, Kristen McDonald, Danielle Borges, Charles McDonald, Jr., and Lauryn Nowak (husband Noah); 4...

Robert L. Paré, 62, of Tiverton, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 after a brief illness.  He was the loving husband of Natalie (Massa) Paré of 30 years. He was affectionately called “Puppy Bob” by his grandchildren. He enjoyed watching the New England Patriots, Boston Bruins, and Boston Red Sox play. Robert was an avid dart player and loved animals.  Besides his wife, he is survived by his daughters, Nicole Paré, Crystal L. Couture, and...