Irene Sullivan Haney, 87, of Centerville, Massachusetts passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, surrounded by her family. Irene was a joyous enthusiast. She rode ziplines and loved helicopter rides. She specialized in flower arranging and blueberry pie making. She knit all her children’s sweaters. She loved the opera, Shakespeare and the symphony. The Cape […]
Obituaries
Obituary: Roberta Jenness
Her loving and appreciative family is grieved to announce the passing of their matriarch, Roberta Lorraine Jenness (Bradley), on October 11, 2025. That day, when heaven gained an angel, the world lost a bright and shining light. Roberta, known as Bobbie to all of her friends, was born on January 25,1937 to Stanley and Persis […]
Obituary: Edward McDonald
Edward E. McDonald, 77, passed away peacefully on October 12th, 2025 at the Grand Islander Center in Middletown surrounded by his caregivers. Born and raised in Rhode Island, Ed made his home in Portsmouth for more than 30 years. He was the son of the late John McDonald and Netta (Hodson) McDonald. Ed graduated from […]
Obituary: Anne Margaret Naisbitt
Anne Margaret Naisbitt was born the 16th of August, 1952 in Providence, Rhode Island to her mother, Gladys Condry and Father, George Condry, joining her older sister Lynne Condry. Anne was 73 when she passed away peacefully on the 25th of September, 2025. She is survived and celebrated by her son, Scott Condry Naisbitt, her grandson, Wyatt Shawn Naisbitt, and her late son, Roy William Naisbitt III (Billy), along with […]
Obituary: Barbara Blinn
Barbara A. Blinn, 67, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on Saturday, October 4, 2025 after a short illness. Born in Newport, RI on March 3, 1958, she was the daughter of Barbara (Hamill) Platt and the late James Platt. Barbara grew up in Newport later found great pride working as a CNA. She had a […]
Obituary: James “Jim” B. Sellar
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of James “Jim” B. Sellar on October 10, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on June 20, 1935, in Paisley, Scotland, Jim lived a long and meaningful life and passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He was married to his beloved wife, Margaret, for an incredible […]
Obituary: Antonio L. Lontoc Jr.
Antonio L. Lontoc Jr. MSCM, USN (Ret.), 90, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025. Antonio was born October 1, 1935, in Naga City, Republic of the Philippines, to Antonio and Lourdes Lontoc. Master Chief Lontoc enlisted in the U.S. Navy on January 13, 1961, at the U.S. Navy station, Sangley Point in Cavite City, Republic of the Philippines. After completing […]
Obituary: John Kelchner
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. John S. Kelchner, DMD, on October 9, 2025. Born in Berwick, Pennsylvania, he was a beloved husband of Susan, esteemed orthodontist, and cherished member of the Portsmouth community. John carried quite the academic career, attending Berwick High School (Berwick, PA), Bucknell University (Lewisberg, […]
Obituary: Ian Almeida
In Loving Memory of Ian T. Almeida: June 26, 1992 – October 4, 2025 Ian lived his life with the same spirit as the sea he loved – calm, wild, and endlessly full of wonder. Whether he was out on the water or gathered with friends, he had a gift for making every moment feel […]
Obituary: Alfred Gibau
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Alfred Gibau, who died on October 8, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on August 14, 1931, in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, Alfred was a dedicated technician in the electronics industry and a proud veteran of the United States Air Force.Alfred leaves behind his […]
Obituary: Lucien Edward Forbes
Lucien Edward Forbes, 79 of Newport, RI passed away October 5, 2025. He was born in America, raised in Paris, Portugal and the Rough Diamond Ranch in Whitmore, California all of which inspired him to lead a life in International business devoted to the preservation of natural resources. From the fishing fleets he built out […]
Obituary: Carol Anderson
Carol R. Anderson, 85, of Lone Tree, CO, passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Swedish Hospital in Littleton, CO, surrounded by her family. Born on May 8, 1940, in Newport, RI, she was the daughter of the late Ruth Patricia (Judge) Raffa and the late Thomas Paul Raffa Sr., and the stepdaughter of […]
Obituary: Susan Edward
On December 1, 2024, our beloved family member, Susan A. Edward, passed away quietly, in the presence of her family and friends.Susan was born in Newport in 1946, to Robert and Catherine (Cesario) Edward, and grew up in Middletown alongside her older sister, Jane. Susan graduated from St. Catherine’s Academy and Salve Regina College. After […]
Obituary: Letty Champion
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Letty Ray (Quarry) Champion, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left this world on September 1, 2025 at the age of 84. She leaves behind her husband of 67 years, Ronald W. Champion Sr. and their four children, Carol (Champion) Wernquest and her husband […]
Obituary: Elizabeth “Beth” Walsh Ramm
Elizabeth “Beth” Walsh Ramm, 75, passed away peacefully after a long illness on October 3rd, 2025. A beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, Beth touched the lives of so many around her. She was a dedicated educator, beginning her career in special education and later finding her true calling in elementary school art. Her love […]
Obituary: Thomas Cinotti
Thomas E. Cinotti, 66, of 65 Peck Avenue, Bristol, died unexpectedly on Monday, September 29, 2025 at home. He was the loving husband of Tricia Cinotti. They recently celebrated their 31st wedding anniversary. Born in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late Victor A. and Dolores P. (Cordeiro) Cinotti. A graduate of Portsmouth […]
Obituary: Christine Gill
In a moment of great loss, we announce the passing of Christine Lynn Gill, a beloved mother, cherished sister, and devoted friend. Surrounded by loved ones at her home in Bristol, RI, Christine passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, at 11:42 PM, at the age of 61.Born on January 7, 1964, in Newport, RI, […]
Obituary: Mary Patricia Prendergast
Mary “Trish” Prendergast, a walking master class on how to be a graceful, quietly strong human, an Irish daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, loyal friend, and ultimate caregiver, died from various health challenges on September 24, 2025, at Newport Hospital in Newport, Rhode Island. She was 84. Trish’s drive to serve others carried […]
Obituary: Carole A. Kalberer
Carole A. (Senn) Kalberer, 73, formerly of Lincoln, Rhode Island and Highland Beach, Florida, died peacefully on October 1, 2025 surrounded by her family. Carole was born on December 24, 1951 in Woonsocket, Rhode Island to Gertude (Russell) Senn and Joseph C. Senn. She was the wife of the late Kurt T. Kalberer for 51 […]
Obituary: David Crockett
It is with great love and deep sadness that the family of David Crockett announces his passing on September 18, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on April 12, 1957, David was the son of the late George and Susan Crockett. He grew up surrounded by music, a passion that would shape much of […]
Obituary: Thomas Stebbins
Thomas J. Stebbins, Jr., 69, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on September 26, 2025. He was the husband of Paula (Sullivan) Stebbins. Born in Quantico, VA on December 13, 1955, He was the son of the late Thomas and Elizabeth (Gray) Stebbins. Tom grew up in a Navy family, and he and his siblings lived […]
Obituary: Joseph Alves
Joseph Alves Jr. Born February 2, 1939 to Joseph and Belmedia (Morreira) Alves. Joseph grew up on the family farm in Middletown R.I. with his late brother, Francis. Mr Alves attended Rogers High school in Newport where he met the love of his life Cathleen F. Crandall. He graduated in 1958 and went to work […]
Obituary: Paula Tate
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Paula Ann Tate,76, of Portsmouth, RI, on September 19, 2025. Born on February 22, 1949, in Philadelphia, PA, she was a beloved mother, sister, friend, and a valued member of her community. Paula will be remembered by all who knew her for her infectious […]
Obituary: Antonio Walker
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Antonio Lamar “Asti” Walker, who departed this life on September 21, 2025, at the age of 51. Antonio was born on March 21, 1974. Son of Ruby Lee Walker of Mississippi. Antonio was the loving fiancĂ© of Melanie Pacheco of Portsmouth, Beloved father of […]
Obituary: Steven J. Lalli
Steven J. Lalli, 66, of Newport, RI, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 15, 2025. He was born on October 24, 1958, in Newport, RI, and was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Barbara (Ring) Lalli, both of Newport. Steven graduated from Rogers High School in Newport in 1978. He was a devoted fan of […]
