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Dustin Björn Hugo Hedberg of Jamestown, RI passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 16, 2024. Born at Newport Hospital on October 26, 1982, he was the son of Greg and Maise Hedberg. A lifelong Jamestowner, he spent much of his youth cruising the streets on either his trusty skateboard or his famous three-wheel […]

John Everett Benson, known far and wide as “Fud,” was born in Newport, Rhode Island in 1939 and grew up in the Point section of town, not far from the Colonial-era stone carving shop which his father, John Howard, had run since the 1920s. As a teenager, Benson learned from his dad how to draw, […]

Lorine D. Reeve was born at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Camp Pendleton, California on July 11, 1952. The Lord blessed us with her presence for her 71 years. On May 17, 2024, he called Lorine home.  She is survived by her husband, Harry W. Reeve, her son, Martin Bagniewski, her first cousin Nancy Ziegler, […]

Robert Augustine “Gus” Flynn, Sr. passed away peacefully on June 3, 2024 at St. Clare in Newport, RI. He was the husband of the late Virginia Anne Kiernan, to whom he was married for fifty-five years. Born on July 15, 1928 in West Warwick, RI, Mr. Flynn was the son of John and Loretta (Sayles) […]

Mary A. “Mae” (Collins) Kluth, of Middletown, wife of the late Frank J. Kluth, passed away peacefully with her family by her side 2 days after her 98th birthday. She danced her way into heaven in the arms of her husband. She was born in Fall River, MA on June 2, 1926 to the late […]

Linda G. Gordon, 83 of Newport, RI, died on May 29, 2024, after a short battle with acute myeloid leukemia. She was the wife of the late David S. Gordon, former Newport mayor. Linda and David moved to Newport from New York City about 40 years ago and immediately embraced the city and the community. […]

Byron “B.J.” Cameron Haskins Jr., 80 passed away on May 21, 2024 at his home in Newport, RI. B.J. was born on October 26, 1943 in Portland, ME to Byron C. Haskins of Washington, IN and Julia White of Fall River, MA and stepfather Anthony E. Korbas of Dunkirk, NY and Middletown. He was a […]

Sandra “Sandy” Harden Greenman, 89, of Block Island, Rhode Island passed away peacefully on April 6, 2024, in the comfort of family and friends after a decade long fight with Alzheimer’s. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 4, 1935, to William Reid and Betty Juris Harden, Sandy was the elder of two daughters. The family […]

Seamus Daniel Kirby, of Middletown, RI died on April 14, 2024. He was the husband of Tatum James Wadensten.  Born in Newport, RI on October 14,1994. He was the son of Jerome R. Kirby III and Kathryn Kimberly Kirby. He arrived like a shot from a cannon. A theme that would carry on throughout the […]

Ellen H. Lauzon, 87, of Middletown, RI passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024, at St Clare-Newport. She was the wife of Peter J. Lauzon. Born in Newport, RI to the late Delbert C. and Margaret (Hussey) Hosch on September 28, 1936. She was a graduate of Rogers High School 1955 and a member of […]

Marjorie “Jorie” Anne Miner, 91, of Newport, formerly of Middletown, RI, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at St Clare-Newport. She was the wife of the late Thomas E. Miner Jr. Jorie was born in Newport, RI to the late James and Mary (Burke) Heffernan on July 28, 1932. She was a graduate of […]

Clifton Patrick Brownell, 32 of San Diego, CA passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2024. Born in Oceanside CA, Clifton was the son of Gregory Brownell of San Diego, CA and Elizabeth “Betty” Arnold of Oceanside, CA. Growing up in Encinitas, CA, Cliff was a passionate fan of the San Diego Chargers, authentic Mexican burritos, […]

James L. Hurst, 80 of Middletown, RI passed away at his home on April 15, 2024 with his family. He was the beloved husband of Ingrid E. (Faijersson) Hurst for 56 years. Born and raised in Geneva, Ohio, he was the son of the late Clifford L. and Mable “Peg” (Thiel) Hurst. In addition to […]

Arlene J. Zatz, of Middletown, RI, died on Monday, April 15, 2024 in Marlborough, MA. She was 77 years old. Born in Virginia on October 13, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Philip and Mildred (Feldberg) Goldberg. Arlene graduated from Rogers High School and Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree. […]

David Abraham Raboy, of Newport, passed away on April 6, 2024, of a heart attack. He was the husband of Ellen Leys. Dave was born on May 9, 1941 in New York City to Lulu Morris, a former dancer with the Martha Graham Dance Co. and Mac Raboy, known for illustrating Captain Marvel and Flash […]

Mary Patricia Faerber,74, of Middletown, RI died April 9, 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family after a lengthy illness. She was predeceased by her husband Peter J. Faerber, her husband of 33 years. She was the daughter of the late Austin F. Grady and Genevieve N. (Edmonds) of Valley Falls, RI. Born in […]

Elizabeth “Sally” Snowden Ely Helme of Middletown, Rhode Island, beloved Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Niece, Cousin and Dog Mom passed away unexpectedly on March 20, 2024 at 70 years of age. Despite an amazing career, Family was always Sally’s first priority. She was devoted, loving, kind and generous. Her warm demeanor was welcoming and caring, she […]

Hugh E. Mally of Newport and Middletown, RI passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Born on September 26, 1956, he was the eldest son of the late Thomas and Eleanor (Peterson) Mally of Newport. Hugh attended Rogers High School and graduated from St Andrew’s, Barrington RI. His prowess on the […]

William “Billy” John Champion IV, 58, of Newport, RI passed away on March 14, 2024. He was born on May 17, 1965, to William John Champion III and Cecilia (Gouveia) Champion. He was the youngest of their two children. Billy grew up in the Fifth Ward, constantly keeping busy with his friends. His crew Lurp, […]

Peter Ralph Bolhouse, 71, of Newport, RI, passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Village House in Newport. Born in Newport, he was a son of Daniel Carr Bolhouse and Kathy (Mabee) Shay. He was then brought up by his stepmother, Carol (Brazil) Bolhouse of Newport giving him the distinction of a “Native Newporter.” […]

Mrs. deLancey Moser Converse, of Jamestown, RI, born January 14, 1930, to J. Edgar and deLancey Moser, in St. Louis, Missouri, died on February 16, 2024, in Newport, R.I. at the age of 94. deLancey was comforted by family members who were present at the time of her death. She is survived by one sister, […]

Matilda “Mit/Mittie” Woiler passed away peacefully in Needham, MA on February 27, 2024, at the age of 96. Mit was born in Newport, RI, and was the daughter of the late Harry and Fannie (Israel) Nemtzow. Mit attended Newport schools and graduated from Rogers High School in 1945. After graduating from high school, Mit enrolled […]

Arlene J. (Park) Shea, 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 24, 2024. A native Newporter, she was the daughter of the late Harlan and Florence (Sylvia) Park and wife to the late Dennis “Denny” Shea. Arlene is survived by her two daughters, Karen (Randy Pribbernow) and Christine (Todd Tesseo), grandchildren Marie, Claire, Quinn, and […]