Obituaries

Robert A. Poniatowski, 90, of Portsmouth, R.I., passed away on April 17, 2025. He was the husband of Helen Mello Poniatowski. He was born in Central Falls on January 8, 1935, the son of the late Joseph and Theresa (Desmarais) Poniatowski. He graduated from Providence College in 1958, received his Master’s Degree at Rhode Island […]

On April 8, 2025, Michael Kirby Ennis passed away after living life to the fullest for eighty-four years. He is survived by his four children, Kendra and her husband Aaron Davenport and their children, Tatum, Payton and Aelish; Kevin and his wife Karen and their children Maeve and Ryan; Mary Fran and her husband Stephen […]

Willa L Johnson passed peacefully on April 8th, 2025. Born in Okeechobee, Florida in 1926, she married Earnest Johnson in 1941 and was his loving wife for 58 years before his passing in 1999. She was an employee of the Navy Exchange, managing both their main store and finishing her career as manager of the […]

Arthur Dale Gustafson, beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, in Middletown, RI. Arthur was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Frances Naomi Whisenhunt. He is survived by his daughter, Denys Eftekhar (Portsmouth, RI) and his son, Darel Gustafson (Shelton, CT), their spouses, five grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Known […]

Mojca Sonja Sencar Integlia (Mojci), 87, beloved mother of Dr. Mark J. Integlia and Sonja M. Boyland passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at The Villa Crest Nursing & Retirement Home, in Manchester, NH. Mojci was born on December 10, 1937 in the city of Ljubljana, the capitol of Slovenia. Her parents were Judge […]

Paul Souza, 71, of Coventry, RI, formerly of Fall River, MA, passed away on April 4, 2025. Born in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late Joseph and Rose (Raposa) Souza. He grew up in Portsmouth and attended Portsmouth High School. Paul was a dedicated handyman who cherished his time working on a […]

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 […]

With heavy hearts but great affection, we celebrate the life of Colleen Beaver, who passed away on March 31, 2025, at the age of 58. Colleen was born on January 17, 1967, and spent her life bringing joy, compassion, and vibrant energy to everyone around her. A proud graduate of Portsmouth High School and Katherine […]

Michael “Melch” Melchione, 58, of Middletown, RI, passed away on March 31, 2025, in Middletown. Michael was born in South Boston to Al and Judy on August 28, 1966. He went to high school at Middletown High School. Michael was self-employed for twenty years as a Master Electrician HVAC Technician and finished his career with […]

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 […]

In the true spirit of Lent, Susan Martin Ely of Califon, NJ died with grit and dignity on Tuesday, March 18 at the St. Clare Home in Newport, RI. She was 88 years old. She lived and died with a fierce and relentless determination that shone throughout her life as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, […]

Jhodi Ross Redlich, 65, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025, surrounded by loving family at her home in Portsmouth, RI. Born on November 5, 1959, in Pensacola, Florida, she was the daughter of Anita (Friedman) Redlich and the late Leonard Redlich. At age 13 her family moved to Newport, RI., where she met the […]

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 […]

Thomas Edward Gallagher of Newport died on March 27, 2025. Born in Newport on March 14,1943 to John P. and Mary (Grady) Gallagher. He was a graduate of Rogers High School and the University of New Mexico. After graduation Tom enlisted with the US Marine Corps. A talented athlete, tennis was his sport, making all […]