Robert J. Rick Jr. 70, of Rockport, Massachusetts, died peacefully after a valiant battle against cancer. He and Gail Strauss Rick were married for 31 years. Born in Newport, he was the son of Louise (Logothets) Rick and the late Robert J. Rick. Bob grew up on the ‘island’. Newport, Rhode Island. He graduated Rogers […]
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Obituary: Charles Hall
Dr. Charles Andrew Hall Jr Middletown, RI Charles Andrew Hall (Charlie), 92, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died peacefully at home on January 4, 2025. He was the husband of Patricia A. Platt to whom he was married for 32 years. Charlie was born in Providence, RI on September 21, 1932, to the late Charles and […]
Obituary: Dennis Rayno
It is with warm hearts and fond memories that we announce the passing of Dennis George Rayno, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who left us on January 1, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on May 7, 1954, in Newport, Rhode Island, Dennis filled his days with laughter, love, and a passion […]
Obituary: Nancy Elizabeth (Michaud) Sawyer
Nancy Elizabeth (Michaud) Sawyer, 79, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away at her home on January 4, 2025. She was the wife of the late James E. Sawyer Sr. for 53 years. Born in Swansea, MA, she was the daughter of the late Charles Lionel Theodore Michaud and Eliza (Pavao) Michaud. Nancy worked at Newport […]
Obituary: Darlene M. Galkowski
Darlene Mary (Kueny) Galkowski 94, died on December 29, 2024, on the 100th anniversary of her husband Robert E. Galkowski’s birth. Born in Danbury, Iowa, she was one of 14 children to the late William and Anna (Price) Kueny. She graduated from St. Vincent School of Nursing in Sioux City, Iowa. She met her husband […]
Obituary: Carol Teague
Carol Teague, 78, of Prudence Island, RI, formerly of Saugus, MA, passed away on December 7, 2024, in the Hope Health Hulitar Hospice Center. She was the wife of Donald A. Teague for 58 years. Born in Malden, MA, she was the daughter of the late Warren J. Mosher Sr. and Jessie (Phillips) Mosher. Carol […]
Obituary: Shirley Tillinghast
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shirley Tillinghast, a beloved mother, friend, and dedicated professional in the real estate industry, who left this world on December 16, 2024. She was a resident of Portsmouth and Prudence Island. Born into a family rooted in resilience and determination, after high school she […]
Obituary: Reginald J. Nalle
Reginald J. (Reggie) Nalle, 77 of Middletown RI passed away peacefully with his wife Angela Kellar – Nalle and fellow firefighter and good friend Peter (Bo) Boiani by his side on Thursday December 26th, 2024. Reggie’s story began on April 9th, 1947 in the windy city of Chicago IL. He was the son of the […]
Obituary: Martha Haynes
Martha (Marty) Ann Haynes, 84, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died at home on December 22, 2024. She was the wife of Christopher Haynes for 44 years. Born in Springfield, MA on December 21, 1940, She was the daughter of the late Frank and Grace (Shea) Gleason. Formerly of Marshfield and Milton, MA. Although she lived […]
Obituary: Michael S. Longazel
Michael S. Longazel, 68, of Middletown, RI, formerly of Newport, RI, passed away on December 21, 2024, in Newport Hospital. Born in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late John N. and Elizabeth “Betty” (Bradfield) Longazel. He grew up in Raymond, NH, surrounded by the scenic beauty of New England, where he cultivated […]
Obituary: Douglas Smith
Dr. Douglas Vaughn Smith, Ph.D, CDR, USN (ret.) passed away on 18 December 2024 in Middletown, RI. He was 76 years old. Doug was born into a Navy family on 17 September, 1948. The son of Senior Chief Lawrence Raymond Smith and Grace Epley Smith, Doug was a scholar and standout high school baseball player […]
Obituary: Andrew Peckham
Andrew J. Peckham, 58, of Warwick (formerly of Little Creek Lane, Middletown), passed away unexpectedly on December 17, 2024. He was a great friend to all, whose loss will be deeply felt by all who knew him. Born on June 3, 1966, in Middletown RI where he spent his childhood and most of his adult […]
Obituary: Cynthia “Cindy” C. Diana
Ms. Cynthia (Cherubini) Diana, 78 yrs old, passed away peacefully at Heatherwood Nursing Home and Rehabilitation facility on November 30th, 2024. Cynthia was born in Waterbury Connecticut on September 19th, 1946. She was the daughter of the late Armond F. Diana and Doris (Benson) Diana. She was also the sister of the late Armand Diana. […]
Obituary: Harry Leonard
Harry Leonard, 72, of Portsmouth, RI, died at home on December 19, 2024 after a brief illness. He was the husband of Linda (Braley) Leonard. Born in Newport, RI on November 30, 1952, he joined the USAF as a young man. He completed the Military Police training while in the Air Force and found his […]
Obituary: Patricia Carrellas
Patricia Grace Carrellas, 55, of Portsmouth, RI, died on December 18, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was the wife of Stephan Boneu, and proud mother to Grace, Henri, and Margaux. Born in Newport, RI on March 30, 1969, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Anthony T. and Mary Lou (Stanton) Carrellas. She […]
Obituary: Scott Andrew Williams
Scott Andrew Williams, 67, of Newport, RI, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away with his family by his side on December 15, 2024. He was the husband of Lisabeth (Hale) Williams for 21 years. Born in Melbourne, Australia, he was the son of the late William and Bettini (Carnegie) Williams. Scott lived […]
Obituary: John Lewis III
Middletown, RI – John “Jack” William Lewis III, a beloved son, brother, father, and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, at the age of 95. Born on October 5, 1929, in Cleveland, Ohio, to John W. and Flora Mae Schisler Lewis Jr. Former husband of the late Donella Vidmar Lewis, and brother […]
Obituary: Kerri Lyn Baker
Kerri Lyn Baker, 54, of Middletown, RI, died at home on December 16, 2024. Born in Newport, RI on September 19, 1970, She was the daughter of the late Herbert and Madeline (Aleicho) Baker. A lifelong Aquidneck Island resident, Kerri raised her young family in Newport before moving to Middletown. She was a long time […]
Obituary: Patricia A. Leonard
Patricia A. Leonard, of Holliston, MA, passed away with her family by her side on December 16, 2024. She was the wife of Jeffrey Leonard for 55 years. Born in Portland, ME, she was the daughter of the late Harvey and Joan Marie (Feury) Gavic. Patricia worked 30 years as a business manager for the […]
Obituary: Linda R. Hilliard
Linda R. Hilliard, 79, of Middletown, RI, formerly of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away at home on December 13, 2024, with her family by her side. She was the wife of Edward J. Hilliard, Jr., for 42 years. Born in Washington, DC, she was the only child born to the late Joseph and Edith (Morell) […]
Obituary: Richard “Rocky” E. Pires
Richard “Rocky” E. Pires, 67, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away at home on December 16, 2024. He was the husband of Angela Manchester. Born in Boston, MA, he was the son of the late John and Mildred (Close) Pires. Rocky was a man of many passions and talents with a personality larger than life. […]
Obituary: Jennifer Saba
Jennifer M. Saba, 52, of New York, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of Marlene Leatherbee of Newport and West Palm Beach, FL and the late George Saba. Jennifer Saba, who was a unique, incredible, bright, curious, woman, who could hold her own in any given situation. […]
Obituary: Frances Adeline (Perry) Matthews
Frances Adeline (Perry) Matthews, aged 77, of Newport, RI, passed away on December 10, 2024, at Newport Hospital following a prolonged illness, surrounded by her family. She was born on December 12, 1946, in Wareham, MA, to the late Mary F. Walker and Antone B. Perry. She was also the daughter of the late Louis […]
Obituary: Rita C. Toppa
Rita Claire Toppa passed away in her sleep Wednesday, December 11, 2024. “Pixie” as she was known to all who loved her, spent the last months of her life with the wonderful people at Village House Nursing Home. When she moved into Village House, she soon became the life of the party. Her endearing personality […]
Obituary: Alan J. Gaines
Alan J. Gaines, 82, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on November 10, 2024. He was the husband of the late Amy Louise (Boocock) Gaines and the father of Lee V. Gaines. Born in New York City, Alan was the son of Charles and Rosalyn (Knecht) Ginsburg. For more than 40 years, Alan and Amy operated […]
