Lawrence C. Liptak, 92, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026. He was the beloved husband of the late Catherine (O’Neill) Liptak. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, on July 28, 1933, he was the son of the late Lawrence and Mary (Jordan) Liptak. Larry was a lifelong resident of Aquidneck Island, […]
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Obituary: Emerson DuVally Bessinger
Emerson DuVally Bessinger, 20, of Jamestown, RI, died unexpectedly on April 12, 2026. Born at Newport Hospital in the middle of a snowstorm to Ramona and Tony Bessinger and raised in Newport and Jamestown. Emerson, a graduate of North Kingstown High School, was attending the Community College of Rhode Island, and had begun his journey […]
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Obituary: Kenneth A. Forsythe
Kenneth A. Forsythe, 94 of Middletown, RI passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026, in Newport, RI after a brief illness. Born in Newport, RI on July 28, 1931, Kenneth was the son of the late John Robert Forsythe and Helen Ida Jollie Forsythe. He is preceded in death by the love of his life, […]
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Obituary: Bruce A. McAskill
Bruce A. McAskill, 77, of the Fairfield Harbor community, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, at CarolinaEast Medical Center. Born on August 13, 1948, in Newport, Rhode Island, Bruce was the son of the late Francis R. McAskill and Joan M. Park. A man of honor, dedication, and service, he devoted 24 years of […]
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Obituary: Albert Roach
With deep sadness-and more than a few smiles as we remember him-we announce the unexpected passing of Albert T. Roach III on the morning of April 16, 2026, at the age of 61. A cherished son, brother, and friend to many, he leaves behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, and unforgettable moments.Known lovingly as “TR” […]
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Obituary: Robert Floyd Fye
Robert Floyd Fye of Middletown, Rhode Island, died peacefully on February 25, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, officer, and gentleman whose life was defined by his love of the sea and a strong commitment to service. Born in Washington, DC on December 27, 1948, to David L. Fye, a WWII naval veteran, and Beatrice […]
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Obituary: Timothy Rogers
Timothy Rogers died peacefully at home in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, on April 13, 2026. He rejoins in God’s hands his beloved wife of sixty-five years, Martha Burke Buchanan, who passed in December. There are many ways to take stock of a life, but for Tim and Martha, there is no better way than to celebrate […]
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Obituary: John P. Finn
John P. Finn, 87, of Thames St., Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 after a brief illness. He was the first child born to the late John F. Finn and Louise (Smialek) Finn. He was a faithful communicant and supporter of St. Augustin’s Church. He attended St. Augustin’s Grammar School and […]
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Obituary: Raymond George Simon
Raymond G. Simon, Sr., 88, of Yarmouth Port, MA, passed away peacefully at home in his sleep on April 9th 2026. Ray, known fondly as Jid by his grandchildren, is survived by his wife Irene, and their three children, Suzette (Shawn) Bennett of Middletown, RI, Raymond Simon II of South Hadley, MA, and Cynthia Simon (Dr. Joseph Staples) of […]
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Obituary: Russell Brian Straka
Russell B. Straka, a cherished husband, father, son, brother, and friend to many, passed away unexpectedly, on the morning of Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the age of 63, leaving behind a legacy that cannot be found in accolades, but can be felt when fishing on calm waters. Russell was born on February 15, 1963, […]
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Obituary: Sheila Anne Chenard
Sheila Anne Chenard passed peacefully in Sterling, VA on Friday, April 3, 2026 at the age of 87 surrounded by family. A native of Newport, Rhode Island, Sheila was born at Newport Hospital November 8,1938 to Mary and John Croughan, the middle of three daughters, with Maureen (Martin) and Joan (Willenbucher) as her sisters. She […]
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Obituary: Mary Jane Milici
Mary Jane “MJ” Milici, 26, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, while holding the hands of her parents. Born on March 25, 2000, in Providence, she grew up in Portsmouth. MJ was the beloved daughter of Marc and Nicole Milici, and the cherished sister of Sofia, Vincent, and Anthony. She graduated […]
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Obituary: Barbara C Risso
Barbara Cerra Risso, born on July 8, 1939, in Newport, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and friends.Barbara was predeceased by her husband Thomas E. Risso, sister Gloria Albro, and brother Joseph Medeiros.She will be greatly missed by her son John Liptak and his wife […]
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Obituary: Wanda Gwinn
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Wanda Gwinn, a beloved sister, dedicated insurance adjuster, and passionate individual, who left us on February 6, 2026, at the age of 59. Born on June 17, 1966, in Newport, Rhode Island, Wanda was a true Newporter, whose heart was as vibrant as her […]
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Obituary: Leith McLean Adams
Leith McLean Adams, 84, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, January 3, 2026, surrounded by family, friends, and her beloved flowers. She was born and raised in Washington, D.C., the daughter of Gale and Mary Gibson McLean. After attending Holton-Arms and Foxhollow, Leith traveled far and wide. She studied […]
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Obituary: James M. Kirwin III
James Michael Kirwin III, age 89 of Middletown, RI, passed away on Easter Sunday April 5th, 2026. He was born May 23rd, 1936 to parents James M. Kirwin II and Mary E. (Murphy) Kirwin. He was a graduate of De La Salle Academy, Class of 1954 in Newport and served in the RI National Guard. […]
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Obituary: Stephen L. Malvey
Stephen L. Malvey, 71, of Middletown, RI passed away on April 3, 2026. Born October 10, 1954 in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late Daniel Malvey and Doris Chartier. “Stevie” went to Middletown High School and graduated in 1972. He was an avid athlete, having participated in several adult sports leagues including […]
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Obituary: John Harris
John Harris, 82, of Middletown, RI, passed away on March 30, 2026. He was the husband of the late Josette (Massa) Harris. Born June 1, 1943 in Pawtucket, RI, he was a son of the late John Harris and Marion (Gomes) Harris. John was a life member of the Middletown F.O.P.A. His favorite sport was […]
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Obituary: William Lawrence “Rusty” Leahy Jr.
William Lawrence Leahy, Jr., aged 73 and a lifelong resident of Newport, RI, passed away following an extended illness on March 31, 2026. “Rusty” was the son of William L. Leahy and Florence Galvin Leahy. He attended St. Philomena’s School and graduated from De La Salle Academy in 1971. He earned his Bachelor of Arts […]
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Obituary: Marion “Patsy” Patricia Robertson
Marion Patricia “Patsy” Robertson of 41 William Street passed away on March 30, 2026. Born in Newport, August 26, 1940 to the late John and Marion Reardon, she was married to late Captain John Robertson U.S.N.. She leaves behind her beautiful family, Colonel James Michael Robertson, US Army (Ret.), and wife Fabiola, and his two […]
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Obituary: Pamela F. Kelley
Pamela F. Kelley, a beloved member of the Newport, Rhode Island community, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, at the age of 80, after a long illness she held at bay for many years. Born on June 14, 1945, in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, Pam grew up in nearby Washington, NJ with her parents, Paul […]
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Obituary: Margaret J. Stanwood
Margaret J. Stanwood, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on January 20, 1938, in Malden, Massachusetts, she spent her life bringing joy and warmth to those around her. Margaret was a proud 30 year resident of Newport, RI and Middletown later in life.Margaret worked […]
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Obituary: Mary C. Tracy
It is with much sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Mary C. Tracy at the age of 100 on March 30, 2026. Her life was a testament to hard work, boundless love, and steadfast devotion to those she cherished most. Mary was born on June 15, 1925 in Middletown, Rhode Island, […]
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Obituary: Janet Elizabeth Audette Wolk-Bodemann
Born September 14, 1932, in St. Albans, Vermont, Janet passed away in Rhode Island on March 20, 2026. She was the eldest of six children born to Raymond and Doris Audette and spent much of her early life in Manchester, Connecticut.Janet earned her nursing degree from St. Raphael’s in 1954 and went on to work […]
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Obituary: Eric Andrews
Eric J. Andrews, 79, of Bridgewater, NH, and Jamestown, RI, passed away on March 26, 2026, in Jamestown, RI. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle; a cherished family member to many; and a generous friend to all.Born in Providence, RI, to Lisa (Malmquist) and David Andrews, he joined three older siblings, Judith, […]