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Douglas R. Kenney, Sr., USN, (Ret.), 95, of Portsmouth, RI, and of Lyndonville, VT, passed away at home on April 6, 2025. He was the husband of Rhonda (Nutting) Kenney and the late Margaret (Mills) Kenney. Born in Boston, MA, he was the son of the late Douglas and Ada (Banks) Kenney. Douglas lived a […]

Lynn M. Challoner, 66, of Newport, RI, died on March 9, 2025. She was the longtime partner of John W. Scott III. Born in Newport, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Eileen (Mello) Challoner. Lynn had such a big heart, she was the sweetest, kindest and gentlest one of us. She never […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]