It is with great sadness that the family of Nancy Sack, née Levin, announce her passing on October 23, 2024. Nancy resided for many years with her late husband, James W. Sack, and her family in Marblehead, MA. More recently, she lived in Lexington, MA, Tucson, AZ, and most recently, in Portsmouth, RI. Born on […]
Obituaries
Obituary: Michael Croce
Michael John Croce 65 of Newport RI passed away peacefully on October 20, 2024. He was the beloved son of the late Eleanor & Arthur Dumond of Middletown RI. He leaves behind his beloved brothers and their families. He leaves behind his brother William Croce and his wife Tina Croce of Newport RI, Marc Croce […]
Obituary: Robert Peideia
Robert A. Peideia, 77, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 24, 2024, after a long courageous battle against cancer. Bob was born on December 27, 1946, to Manuel and Mary (Lima) Peideia in Fall River, MA. After Bob graduated from Middletown High School in 1965, he went on to study Engineering […]
Obituary: Francelina Mello
Francelina (Roderiques) Mello, 88 of Middletown, RI, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024. Born in Middletown, RI on April 19, 1936, she was the daughter of the late August and Francelina (Viera-Demello) Roderiques. Francelina was the beloved wife of John F. Mello for 66 years. She is survived by her children Robin Gorgizian, John […]
Obituary: Mary Ann (Tobin) Edwards
Mary Ann (Tobin) Edwards passed away peacefully on October 22, 2024 and has joined her loved ones who have already left us, including her husband of 56 years, John “Duke” Edwards III; sister, Joan Reis; brothers John and James Tobin; brothers-in-law George Reis and Jack Brown; and nephews Christopher Brown and Patrick Tobin. She is […]
Obituary: Patrick F. Legein
Patrick F. Legein, 57, of Middletown, RI, a beloved father, son, brother, and respected consultant in the municipal industry, passed away in Newport Hospital on October 19, 2024. Born in Springfield, MA, he was the son of Kathleen R. (Covel) Legein and the late James F. Legein. Patrick pursued his education diligently, obtaining a Bachelor’s […]
Obituary: Remy Elizabeth Aull
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Remy Elizabeth Aull, a loving mother, daughter, and sister. Remy touched the lives of everyone she met with her warmth, generosity, and unwavering strength. Remy was born in New York City on August 2, 1982, and moved with her proud parents to Middletown, RI, […]
Obituary: Carl Allen Lokey
Carl Allen Lokey, 56, passed away on October 16, 2024. Born on May 25, 1968, Carl was a graduate of Middletown High School and a talented mechanic, working at various garages around Newport and Bristol. He found joy in simple things: watching the New York Giants, spending time with his dogs, Dozer and June, riding […]
Obituary: Lars S. Lewander
Lars Stigbjorn Lewander, age 81, passed away on October 15, 2024, in Middletown, RI. Born in Stockholm, Sweden on November 16, 1942, Lars led a life marked by innovation and leadership, notably as the founder and president of Teakdecking Systems in Sarasota, FL. Lars is survived by his partner Sigrid Schoenebeck, and her children, Jessica, […]
Obituary: Sarah Young
Sarah A Young Middletown, RI -Sarah A Young, 75, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on October 15, 2024. Born in Roslyn, NY on November 1, 1948, She was the daughter of John and Lucille (Caton) young. Sarah graduated from Utica College in 1979, and completed her Master’s Program in 1974. Sarah’s career was varied and […]
Obituary: Anthony Chester
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Anthony D. Chester, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, on October 10, 2024. Born on September 23, 1944, in Bristol, RI, Anthony worked more than 30 years for Child and Family Services. Anthony’s joy for life was evident in his love for playing cards and saltwater fishing. […]
Obituary: Eleanor Marie (Camara) Borges
Eleanor Marie (Camara) Borges passed away peacefully at her home in Portsmouth on Monday, October 14, 2024. She was surrounded by her adoring daughters, Michelle Mahoney of Virginia Beach, VA, Stephanie Federico of Portsmouth, Candice Miller of Maryville, TN, and Elinor Borges of Loxahatchee, FL. Eleanor was predeceased by her loving husband of 53 years, […]
Obituary: John Sunderland
John Lloyd Sunderland, 94, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on October 13, 2024. He was born on September 3, 1930, in Newport, RI. John had an exuberant enjoyment of life and a wry sense of humor. John is survived by his wife Lucy with whom he shared 69 […]
Obituary: William Willis
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we celebrate the life of William H.V. “Pops” Willis III. Born on March 31, 1947, in Burlington, NJ, to William H.V. Willis Jr and Lillian (Faggella) Willis, Pops passed away on October 10, 2024, at his home in Middletown. He was a devoted husband, a proud […]
Obituary: Joan L. (Cox) Karoli
Joan L. (Cox) Karoli, 88, of Middletown, RI, passed away peacefully with her family and caregivers by her side, on October 14, 2024 at the Village House Nursing Home in Newport. Joan was born on December 31, 1935, in Providence, RI. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Jeanette (Johnson) Cox, and the […]
Obituary: Mary Greeley
Mary Louise (Ide) Greeley, PhD, 80, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away at Newport Hospital on October 10, 2024. Mary Louise was born in North Dighton, Massachusetts to the late Warren Monroe Ide and Mary Elizabeth Barry, both of Taunton. She was the wife of the late John J. Greeley Sr, S.T.D. After Mary Louise […]
Obituary: Daniel Windley
Daniel C. Windley, Jr. 78, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on October 11, 2024. Born in El Cajon, CA on February 3, 1946, He was the son of Daniel and Alice (Sands) Windley. Growing up in Newport, Daniel enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and exploring the coastline. He began his working career in landscaping, but soon […]
Obituary: Kevin Powers
Kevin Joseph Powers, 69, of Peacedale, Rhode Island, died on October 9, 2024. He was the husband of the late Irene (Pizzuto) Powers. Born in Roxbury, MA on November 7, 1954, He was the son of the late James and Loretta (Steward) Powers. Kevin grew up in Stoughton, MA and excelled as an athlete in […]
Obituary: Edward Soares
Edward Soares, age 59, died at his home in North Kingstown, RI on September 24, 2024. Ed was from Newport, and he was born there on June 8, 1965. He was the son of the late Manuel Soares and the late Joan Wittstruck. Ed’s brother Manuel Soares died in infancy. He is survived by his […]
Obituary: Rae Varner
Rae B. Varner passed away peacefully on September 16, 2024, at the Hope Health Hospice in Providence, RI., with her husband, Marcus, of 40 years at her side. She lived one year in Bristol, RI and the past 39 years in Middletown, RI. Frances Rae Blickenstaff was born March 21,1946 in Susanville, CA. In her […]
Obituary: Judy Merriwether
Judy Merriwether, 65, passed away October 5, 2024, peacefully at home. Judy was born August 28, 1959, in San Diego, CA. Judy lived in Newport for 53 years. Judy was outgoing, having never met a stranger, speaking to everyone she came across. As a result, she was known throughout Newport, you could even call her […]
Obituary: Lucille Petrucci
Lucille Marie Moreau Petrucci, 90, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 26 years, Rudolph “Rudy” Petrucci. Born on September 20, 1934, in Providence, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Cecile (Chartier) Moreau and Eugene Joseph Moreau. Lucille graduated from Saint […]
Obituary: Carla Rae Lathan
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Carla Rae Lathan on October 5, 2024. She was 87 years old. Carla was born on September 10, 1937, in Attleboro, MA, and was the daughter of the late Carl W. and Lisle Jordon. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Carla is […]
Obituary: Clara Louise Cotta
Clara Louise (Booker) Cotta, 92, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on October 5, 2024. She was the wife of William J. Cotta Sr for over 46 years, and the former wife of the late Paul White. Born in Hermon, ME, on June 25, 1932, she […]
Obituary: Irene Richardson
Irene Marie Richardson, a beloved member of the Middletown community, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2024, just one day shy of her 93rd birthday. Born in Fall River, MA, Irene dedicated her life to her family and she loved her career as a seamstress, working in Fall River, Cumberland, and Woonsocket. Her legacy will […]
