Obituaries

Raymond Anthony Stephen Goddard, affectionately known as “Chick” to his friends and “Grappa” to his grandchildren, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025, with his son Townsend by his side. Born on July 18, 1939, to the late Bertrand (Martin) Goddard and Raymond Nelson Goddard, Chick called Newport and later Middletown home. A proud […]

Sheila Foley Perry, 84, of Newport, RI, passed away on March 19, 2025. The daughter of Thomas Patrick Foley Sr. and Margaret (O’Connell) Foley, Sheila was born in Newport, RI in 1940. Upon graduating from St. Catherine’s Academy in 1958, Sheila received a degree in American History at Salve Regina University. She also went on […]

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 […]

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. […]

James D. Marinan Jr., 92, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025. Born in Hartford, CT, November 15, 1932, he was the son of the late James D. Marinan and Helen Fallon Marinan. Jim is survived by his five children, Moira Balog (Bruce) of Glastonbury, CT, James L. Marinan (Sharon) of West Hartford, CT, Tracy […]

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 […]

Sherry Ann Seitz, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, 65, of Newport, RI, died on March 22, 2025, in the Silver Creek Rehab and Healthcare Center. She was the wife of the late Robert J. Seitz for 42 years. Born in Newport, RI, she was the daughter of the late John V. and Margaret […]

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 […]

Lawrence “Daryl” O’Donnell, 71, passed away after a brief illness on Monday, March 17, 2025 in New Britain, CT, in his Saint Paddy’s green. Born in Oceanside, NY in 1953, he was a son of Thomas and Marion (Crowell) O’Donnell and grew up in Newport as a young child. He was a graduate of De […]

Raymond C. Mills, 88, of Middletown, RI, peacefully passed away at home with family on March 17, 2025. The son of Raymond F. and Mary L. (Grant) Mills, Ray was born in Cambridge, MA in 1936. He spent many days of his youth shining shoes in Harvard Square with his brother, John. Upon graduating from […]

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 […]

Sidney Smith Gorham III, born in Chicago, Illinois 1932, died on March 14, 2025 in Newport, Rhode Island. He was the son of Sidney S. Gorham Jr. and Corinne McVoy Gorham. He grew up in Winnetka IL. He is survived by his beloved wife, Jean Elizabeth Howell Gorham, of 62 years, his son Sidney S. […]

Theresia (Schlomberg) Ferris, 94, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Thea was born in Eversberg, Germany on March 7, 1930 to Joseph and Maria Schlomberg. She worked as a nurse before moving to the United States at age 27 to visit her older sister Marta where she met her […]

With heavy yet grateful hearts, we announce the passing of Ronald Joseph Silvia, passed away on February 25, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on November 3, 1960, in Newport, Rhode Island, Ron was a beloved father, and friend, whose spirit lit up the lives of those lucky enough to know him. Ron spent […]

Edward John Lindquist, 84, of Newport, Rhode Island, formerly of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, and Japan, passed away in the St. Clare Home on March 12, 2025. Born in Fall River, MA on July 11, 1940, he was the son of the late James L. and Rita (Moffitt) Lindquist. He attended De La Salle Academy in […]

Edna Mary Janes passed away at the Grand Islander Nursing home on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Edna resided on Aquidneck Island her entire life. She was born in Newport on October 10, 1945, and lived there for more than 60 years before moving to Middletown in 2014. Edna was the daughter of the late William […]

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 […]