Obituaries

Julian Francis Peckham III (Jay), 67, of Middletown, RI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 9, 2023. He was born on October 4, 1955, in Newport, RI., and was predeceased by his parents, Julian F. Peckham, Jr. (Dede) and Jean Macdonald Peckham. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Robin Garforth Peckham, […]

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Scott K Wagner, announces his passing on July 4, 2023, after a brave fight against Lymphoma. Born in Elmira, NY, Scott was the son of the late Harry & Kate Wagner as well as the brother to Frankie, Harry Jr., Fred, and Sandy. Scott was also […]

Joan Frances Murphy passed away peacefully and in the presence of family in Newport on Monday July 10, 2023 at the age of 91. She was the wife of the late Frederick J. Murphy, and was a life-long Newporter. Born June 11, 1932, in Washington D.C., she was the daughter of the late James F. […]

Sidney “Andy” Anderson, of Newport, passed away May 20, 2023 from pneumonia. He was 85. He was a father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Andy was born in Texas. His service in the Navy brought him to Newport. He started his civilian life as a bar owner and liquor salesman. Since 1985, he operated The Newport Fudgery […]

Alberta “Bunny” Duckman, a beloved resident of Newport, RI, formerly of Longmeadow, MA, passed away peacefully on July 8th, 2023, at the age of 86. She is survived by her daughter Susan Scanlon (Thomas Donhauser) of Buffalo, NY and her son Thomas Duckman of Ketchum, ID, as well as her two grandchildren, Emma Scanlon of […]

Rita H. (Petry) Mendonsa, 98, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2023 in Newport, RI. Born to the late Henry and Helen (Whalen) Petry on June 6, 1925, in Forest Hills, NY. Rita graduated with honors from St. Joseph’s Academy in Brentwood, NY and earned her BA Degree from Adelphi College (University) in Garden City, NY where […]

Edward Wilson, 77, of Englewood Florida, formerly of Rhode Island, passed away suddenly on June 10, 2023. He is predeceased by his loving wife, Gail Fagan Wilson also of Englewood. He leaves behind two children, Barbara Truman, of Tucson, Arizona, Mark Wilson and daughter-in law Emily, of North Kingstown, RI. He has his grandchildren, Brian, […]

Joyce S. Ethier Wakefield, RI -Joyce Susan Ethier, 60, of Wakefield, Rhode Island, died peacefully at home on July 4, 2023, with her family by her side. She was the wife of James Ethier, they were married for 33 years. Born in Fall River, MA, on November 14, 1962, she was the daughter of Evelyn […]

Walter F. Castle Sr. Wakefield -Walter F. Castle, 89, of Wakefield, passed away on July 5, 2023. He was the husband to the late Lillian E. (Friars) Castle for 58 years. His beloved wife passed in 2013. He was Born in Mounds, Illinois on March 28, 1934, He was the son of the late David […]

Catherine Eileen (Jackson) Johnson, 100, died peacefully on June 27, 2023 at The Grand Islander, Middletown, RI. She was a lifelong resident of Newport, born on July 14, 1922 to the late John Joseph and Catherine Cecilia (Moran) Jackson and graduated from Rogers High School in 1939. Eileen was the beloved wife for over 50 […]

Zachary Ray Jones, age 25, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 7:44pm. He succumbed to AML surrounded by his loved ones. Jeffrey Grant, Autumn Shanks, Jose, and Juliana all held his hand and told him we loved him until he passed. He passed surrounded by true love. Our angel returned to his pillared […]

Robert E. Sullivan, 81, of Middletown, RI, passed away in Newport Hospital on July 2, 2023. He was the husband of the late Pamela (Beaulieu) Sullivan for 56 plus years. Born in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late George and Mildred (Spence) Sullivan. Robert was a proud veteran of the US Navy. […]

Edward E. Angel, 81, of Portsmouth died on July 4, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Joan M. (Sullivan) Angel. Born on August 14, 1941 in Newport RI, he was the son of the late Elbert S. and Mary (Chilcott) Angel. Ed served in the United States National […]

Donald W. Smith, 73, of Newport, RI passed away on July 1, 2023 while in the care of the John Clarke Nursing Home and Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice. Born in Bethesda, MD, he was the first-born son of the late Paul F. and Laura (Gamala) Smith. He spent most of his years in Middletown […]

After suffering from Alzheimer’s for several years, Constance Diane Wiegmann Robinson, 75, of Newport, RI, formerly of Rock Hall, MD died peacefully early in the morning on June 26, 2023, at St. Clare Home, Newport, RI, where she resided. Born November 30, 1947 in Philadelphia, PA, the daughter of Constance (Smith) Wiegmann and Karl Henry […]

Louis J. Kampmeyer, 72, of Newport, RI, passed away in Rhode Island Hospital on June 26, 2023, with his family by his side. Born in Newport, RI, on March 23, 1951, he was the son of the late Louis and Marion (O’Connor) Kampmeyer. Louis was employed by the City of Newport Public Works as a […]

Claudia Facchini Claudia Facchini, 75, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, died on June 22, 2023. Claudia was born in Waltham, MA on December 19, 1947, she was the daughter of Bruno and Phyliss Facchini. Claudia was always the life of the party with her engaging stories and magnetic personality. She loved spending time with the family, […]

Isabella Mary (Yinkot) Pedro, of Middletown, died Sunday June 25, 2023, at home. She was the wife of the late Frank David Pedro. Born in Northbridge, MA, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Agnes (Bartkiewicz) Yinkot. Mrs. Pedro worked for Paul Whitin Manufacturing in Northbridge, MA for 5 years.She and her late […]

Albert Parker Gaines III, 56, of Newport, passed away peacefully at home on June 25, 2023. Born in Newport, Albert was a dedicated and loving husband to Carol Ann Gaines, who sadly passed away September 9, 2022, and an adoring father to Alexander Albert-Joesph Gaines. Al is survived by not only his son, but also […]

Middletown, RI -John J Moriarty, 87, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023 peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Born in Newport, RI on August 19, 1935, He was the son of the late John and Louise (Soares) Moriarty. John grew up in Newport and was a standout athlete at […]

Eva Maria (Schiffer) Perles, 92 of Dartmouth, Massachusetts passed away surrounded by loved ones on June 17, 2023. Eva was born on January 19, 1931 in Ljubljana, Slovenia to parents Franz and Josephine Schiffer. She was the youngest child with two older siblings Franz and Herta. In high school, she moved to Graz, Austria with […]

Maurice lived an interesting, colourful, purposeful and full life. He was a very special human being and his loss will be felt deeply by those who knew and loved him. Born Peter Maurice de La Valette in British India during the Second World War, he was raised in India until the liberation of Hong Kong […]

Newport, RI -Barbara A. Spear, 93, of Portsmouth, RI died on June 20, 2023. She was the wife of the late George A. Spear, FTCS (Ret) USN. Born in Brewer, Maine on January 29, 1930, she was the daughter of the late George and Eileen (Rooney) Keniston. Her family moved from Maine to New Hampshire […]

James A. Pember, 66, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away at home on June 17, 2023. He was the husband of Donna (Adams) Pember for 40 years. Born in Elyria, OH, on September 28, 1956, he was the son of the late Richard Pember and Darlene (Hambly) Varner. Mr. Pember was a horticulturist alongside his wife […]

IN LOVING MEMORY OFLORRAINE K. TRIBBLE AUGUST 19, 1949 – JUNE 17, 2023Lorraine K. Tribble, 73, of Russell Avenue, Newport, RI, died Saturday, June 17, 2023 at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, RI.She was the loving wife of Norris Tribble for 48 years. Born in Chelsea, MA on August 19, 1949, she was the daughter […]