Edward Thomas O’Neill, Jr. passed away peacefully at Newport Hospital on March 31, 2025. Born to Edward and Rita O’Neill on February 22, 1946, Ed was affectionately referred to as “Tiger” by his closest friends, and was later known as “Grr” to his beloved grandchildren. Ed grew up in Milton, MA and graduated from Boston […]
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Obituary: Maria Rocha
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Maria Carmo Rocha, who entered into eternal rest on April 3, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on October 15, 1935, in San Miguel, Azores, Portugal, Maria made her home in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, where she dedicated her life to serving God and […]
Obituary: Rosemary A. Bradley
Rosemary A. Bradley, a beloved wife, mother, nana, and sister, 79, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on April 1, 2025, in the Tufts Medical Center. She was the beloved wife of George A. Bradley for 56 years. Rosemary was a cherished member of her community and the heart of her family. Born and raised in […]
Obituary: Ronald Klapthor
It is with heavy hearts yet joyful memories that we announce the passing of Ronald B. Klapthor, who passed away on April 1, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on April 30, 1943, in Newport, Ron spent his life in steadfast dedication to family, friends, and his career. Ron was a beloved husband to […]
Obituary: John V. Williams, II
John V. Williams, II, 71, of West Warwick, Rhode Island, passed away at his home on March 31, 2025. Born in Quonset, RI, he was the son of the late John V. and Margaret (Chambers) Williams. John honorably served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam Era. John is survived by his siblings; Nicholas (Crystal) Williams, […]
Obituary: Patricia Jennings
Patricia Ann Jennings, 72, of Middletown, RI, formerly of East Providence, RI and Seekonk, MA, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025. Born in Newport, RI on June 8, 1952, she was the beloved daughter of the late John and Mary (Burgess) Jennings, sister to the late William Jennings and longtime partner of over 45 […]
Obituary: Patrick Lennahan
Patrick John Lennahan, 74, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on March 18, 2025. He was the husband of Rebecca (Ayer) Lennahan. Born in Japan on May 27, 1950, at the Itazuke Air base in Fukuoka, Japan. He was the son of Robert and Patricia (Manson) Lennahan. Pat was an exceptional Career Counselor. He helped countless […]
Obituary: Charles Oliveira
Charles E. Oliveira, 90, of Middletown, RI, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025. Charlie was born in Newport, RI and was the son of the late Alvaro and Mary (Braga) Oliveira. He was the husband of Mary E. (Cooney) Oliveira, whom he was married to for 57 years. Charlie had an insatiable work ethic. […]
Obituary: Linda A. Rogers
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda A. Rogers, a beloved daughter, sister, mother and friend, who left us on March 24, 2025. Born on December 2, 1958, in Newport, RI, Linda’s strength and courage inspired everyone she met. Linda graduated from Middletown High School, Class of ’77, and continued […]
Obituary: Katherine Rose Healy
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Katherine Rose Healy, on March 23, 2025, at the age of 102. She passed away peacefully at Newport Hospital with family by her side. Born on May 7, 1922, in Brooklyn, New York, she was the daughter of the late Julius […]
Obituary: Joseph Michael Narcizo
Joseph M. Narcizo, 87 years old, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025 after a brief illness of cancer. He was surrounded by much love and support at Newport Hospital. He was the son of the late Manual P. and Isidora (Sousa) Narcizo, born in Portsmouth, RI, July 18th, 1937. Joe attended De La […]
Obituary: Joanne Benner
Joanne Benner, 82, of Middletown, RI, died on March 23, 2025 in the Village House Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Arthur E. Benner, Jr., for 48 years. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Manuel Gomers and Ezara Peters. Joanne is survived by her son, Michael […]
Obituary: John Stoddard Cook Peckham
John Stoddard Cook Peckham, 90, of Little Compton, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on March 24, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Cynthia (Roque) Peckham. Born in Newport, RI, on February 26, 1935, he was the son of the late Charles and Marion (Cook) Peckham. John by nature […]
Obituary: Joseph L. Garcia
Joseph L. Garcia, 93, of Middletown, RI, died on March 17, 2025. Born in Middletown, he was the husband of Patricia A. (Sullivan) Garcia.He was the son of the late Philip and Angelina Garcia. Joe was one of the original 5 men to be hired to form the Middletown fire department. Along with his lifelong […]
Obituary: Barbara Whatley
We’re saddened to announce the passing of Barbara Jean Whatley, who passed away peacefully on March 16, at the age of 87. Born on January 20, 1938 in Greensboro, NC, she lived a life full of kindness, dedication and love. Barbara was a lifelong resident of Newport Rhode Island and loved peaceful views of the […]
Obituary: Darryl Heisser
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Darryl J. Heisser, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who left us peacefully on March 11, 2025, at the age of 75. Darryl was born on December 28, 1949, and lived a life rich with passions and love for family. Darryl was a […]
Obituary: Marie Holubesko
Marie P. Holubesko Middletown, RI -Marie Pamela Holubesko, 74, of Middletown, Rhode Island, formerly of Freeborn Street, Newport, died on March 15, 2025 at Newport Hospital. Pam was born in New Bedford, MA on June 7, 1950. She was the daughter of Frank and Doris (Rondeau) Medeiros and was a graduate of Fairhaven High School […]
Obituary: Mary Ann Hanlon
Mary Ann Hanlon, 87, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, quietly passed away at her home in Portsmouth, Rhode Island on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. She was a devoted wife of William A. Hanlon (deceased), loving mother, and a much beloved grandmother. Mary Ann was born on August 28, 1937, in Providence, RI to William and Irene […]
Obituary: Muriel Barclay de Tolly
Muriel Barclay de Tolly, an adventurous spirit, devoted mother, and vibrant force in every community she touched, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, to Joseph and Josephine Gouthro, Muriel’s life was a journey of resilience, creativity, and joie de vivre! Raised in Nova Scotia and Quebec, Muriel developed […]
Obituary: Amanda Marie Marks
Amanda Marie Marks, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, at the age of 36 after a brief illness with her family at her side. She was born on October 9, 1988, to Philip & Christina Marks. Amanda was a kind and compassionate person, known for her passion and […]
Obituary: Mary Settle
Mary, beloved wife and mother, 80, of Middletown, RI, passed away very unexpectedly at Hopehealth Hospice & Palliative Care on March 7th, leaving a void her family cannot fill. She was born in Taunton, MA in 1944 to Celeste (Silva) and Manuel (Mitchell), and was raised in Portsmouth, RI, where she worked in the Family […]
Obituary: Virginia Jennings
Virginia Ann Jennings, beloved mother, wife, sister, aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on December 17, 1931, in Middletown, Rhode Island, Virginia lived a life characterized by her loving spirit, kind heart, and unwavering dedication to her family and community. A Rogers High School […]
Obituary: Anthony Butler
With profound sadness, we share the passing of Anthony Butler on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the age of 50. To know Anthony was to know love. He was a devoted Father a loving Husband, a cherished Son and Grandson, a beloved Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend. But perhaps his greatest joy was being “Peepaw” […]
Obituary: Dr. Judith (Gray) Holcomb
Judith Gray Holcomb, O.D., of Union City, California and Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on March 2nd following a long battle with breast cancer. She was the loving wife of the late Richard John Pope and the daughter of the late Chester H. and Alma L. (Rankin) Gray. Born in Taunton, MA, Judy was raised […]
Obituary: David G. Ford
David G. Ford, 69, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away on March 2, 2025. He was the loving husband of Tina (Millington) Ford for 49 years. Born in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late Henry and Nellie (Figueiredo) Ford. David spent his life making […]
