Virginia Beltz (Ginny), age 100, of Newport RI died on 12/13/2025 at St Clare Home, Newport RI, following a period of failing health. Ginny was born in Marlboro Mass on 01/11/1925 to Bertis & Annie Walcott. She enlisted in the US Navy and served for 3 years during the Korean Conflict. She married William J Beltz and […]
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Obituary: Kevin Keogh
Kevin James Keogh, born in Omaha, Nebraska on December 24, 1941, passed away surrounded by family on December 11, 2025 as the breeze whipped down the Sakonnet River in Portsmouth, RI. He will be remembered by his family and friends as a gentle, humble, and caring man, steadfast in his morals and thoughtful in his […]
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Obituary: Henry Jean Biastre
Henry J Biastre Jr., 81 of Middletown, RI, passed away at home on December 7, 2025. Henry “the eighth” was born in Newport, RI on May 8, 1944 to the late Henry J Sr. and Frances May (Smith) Biastre. He attended Roger’s High School and later joined the Army National Guard. He ran concessions “Henry’s […]
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Obituary: Helen Rudolph
Helen Marie Rudolph, 85, of The Village at Waterman Lake, Greenville, RI, died on Monday, November 24, 2025 at the HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence, RI. She was the wife of Dr. Norman Rudolph and mother of Eric, Alexandra and Kurt. Helen was born in Brooklyn, NY and in her early childhood made frequent moves […]
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Obituary: Brenda Ann Douglas
Brenda Ann Douglas (Wendy) of Newport, RI, passed away on December 7, 2025 at age 77. She was born November 29, 1948 in Washington, D.C. to Edward and Rosalie Carmody. She graduated from University of Maryland, College Park.For much of her recent years, she did sales for everlasting images.Personal time was devoted to her many friends, including all the travel from Maine to Florida that went with […]
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Obituary: Leonard Hubbard
Leonard Field Hubbard, MD, of Jamestown, RI, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on November 26, 2025. A dedicated hand surgeon, he spent more than five decades improving the lives of thousands of patients and took immense pride in helping others. Born on May 24, 1945, in White Plains, NY, Leonard grew up in […]
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Obituary: Steven G. Cundy
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Steven G. Cundy, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, mentor, and treasured friend, who passed away on December 5, 2025. Born in Lynn, Massachusetts, Steven moved to Boston as a teenager and began what would become a remarkable and inventive career in business. His vision to bring curated […]
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Obituary: John “Philip” Moloney
John Philip Moloney, ( called Philip ) of New York City and Southampton, NY died at home in Southampton on November 18, 2025 at the age of 89. Born in Newport, RI, August 25,1936 he was the son of the late John Philip Moloney and the late Elizabeth “Betty ” Devlin Moloney. Philip graduated as […]
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Obituary: Janice Fisher
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Janice Mary (Smith) Fisher, who left us on November 23rd, 2025. She was 82 years old. She was the wife of the late James Clifford Fisher for 33 years. Born in Newport on May 29th, 1943, she was the daughter of Harold J. Smith […]
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Obituary: Constance Anderson
Constance “Connie” Anderson, 78, passed away unexpectedly on November 8, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital, with her loving husband, Donald, by her side. She was predeceased by her parents, George DeCosta and Maria (Borchert) DeCosta; her brother, Charles “Karl” DeCosta; and her sister, Rita DeCosta. Born in Giessen, Germany, on a U.S. Army base, Connie […]
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Obituary: Joyce Grout
Joyce Ann (Riter) Grout, 88, passed peacefully on November 24, 2025 in Rhode Island with family by her side. Joyce was born on November 21, 1937 to Laura (Redden) and Laurence Riter in Keokuk, IA, the youngest of six children – Wilma (James) O’Daniel, Maxine (Glenn) Loring, Marjorie Pitt Munson, Velma (James) Rossi, and Laurence […]
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Obituary: Tracey Butler
Tracey Ann Butler-Cruz, age 52, of Middletown, RI died suddenly and unexpectedly on 11/28/25. Our family is in shock and completely devastated by her passing. Tracey had chronic health issues that had plagued her since her early twenties, including Lupus and Fibromyalgia, and she endured constant, terrible pain. However, considering the toll Lupus had taken […]
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Obituary: Carol L. Dutton
Carol Lynn Dutton, age 73, passed away peacefully at Newport Hospital on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Carol was born in Pleasantville, NJ, on March 26th, 1952. She was the daughter of Florence (Angell) Ridenour and Harry Ridenour. Along with her husband, Michael, she is survived by her daughters, Cheryl Lewis, Meghan (Dutton) Leighton and Katelin […]
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Obituary: Constantine Gianetis
Constantine (Costa), also known to many as Gus, Gianetis, age 83, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at home on November 27, 2025, surrounded by his devoted wife and family, following a courageous four-year battle with multiple cancers. Costa was born on April 10, 1942, in Newport, Rhode Island, to the late Stamos and Elizabeth Gianetis. […]
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Obituary: Rosemarie Regine
Rosemarie Regine, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on November 18, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on July 6, 1929, in Providence, Rhode Island, Rosemarie devoted her life to her family, bringing warmth and love to their home in Portsmouth, where she will forever be remembered for her […]
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Obituary: Jane Ellen Sweeney-Kent
It is with great sadness that we announce that Jane Ellen Sweeney, 66, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2025. A lifelong Newporter, Jane found her greatest joy in the people she loved and in the places that brought her peace. The ocean, the shoreline, and the quiet rhythm of the […]
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Obituary: Gilbert Brownell
Gilbert M. Brownell, Jr., age 86, of Middletown, RI, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025. Born on May 29, 1939, Gilbert moved to Middletown as an infant and made it his lifelong home, deeply rooted in the community and the coastline he loved. Gilbert was educated at Hazard Memorial Catholic School and later at […]
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Obituary: Mildred Banal
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mildred Anne (Bailey) Banal, “Millie, Nani, Gigi”, our loving mother, cherished grandmother, great-grandmother, and loyal friend, who entered into eternal rest on November 25, 2025, at the age of 87.Millie was born in South Boston, MA to Ernest and Anne (Harrington) Bailey on December 13, 1937. She was raised […]
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Obituary: Marianne Toole
Marianne Eileen Toole (Barry) passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025 surrounded by her loving family, after a second battle with breast cancer which she faced with courage and grace. She was predeceased by her parents, Gordon Barry and Dorothy Barry (Ketchum). Marianne was a beloved Wife, Mother, Nini, and Sister, whose warmth and vibrant […]
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Obituary: James Andersen
James Carl Andersen, “Jim” – February 2, 1933- November 27, 2025 Jim Andersen passed into eternal life on Thanksgiving Day, November, 27 in Tiverton, RI, slipping away peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by those who loved him. Born on February 2, 1933 in Benton Harbor, Michigan to Aksel Valdemar “Walter” and Karla Andersen, the youngest […]
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Obituary: Marc C. Brownell
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Marc C. Brownell, 66, on November 20, 2025, after 15 months battle with esophageal cancer.He worked for the RI Dept. of Transportation for 24 years until his retirement this past May. He was known for his dedication and strong work ethic.He enjoyed cooking for […]
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Obituary: Alan Hall
Alan W. Hall, 69, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on November 19, 2025. He was the husband of Virginia (Connors) Hall for the past 40 years. Born in Newport, RI on April 15, 1956, he was the son of the late Norman and Irene (Wido) Hall. A 1974 graduate of Portsmouth High School, Alan was […]
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Obituary: Joseph F. Souza Jr.
Joseph Francis Souza, Jr., born September 12, 1931, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. On October 15, 1955, Joseph married the love of his life, Mary Veronica Pacheco, and together they built a beautiful life anchored in devotion, hard work, and joy. They made their home at […]
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Obituary: Michael Crowley
IIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael J. Crowley, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, who departed this world on November 19, 2025, just days shy of his 67th birthday. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, on November 25, 1958, Michael’s life was filled with joy, laughter, and a deep love […]
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Obituary: Paul Berdy
Paul J. Berdy, 79, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at his home on November 18, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Deborah (McCutcheon) Berdy, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, on January 21, 1946, Paul was the son of the late John and Ann (Johnston) […]