Claire Betty (Lawless) Donahoe passed away on June 16, 2025, at Sunrise Assisted Living in Burke, Virginia, from complications of dementia. Claire was born at Newport Hospital to James and Elsie (Marvelle) Lawless on March 7, 1959. She grew up on Norman Street, attended St. Augustin Elementary School, and graduated from Rogers High School in […]
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Obituary: Ruth Cote
Ruth E. Cote, a lifelong resident of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died peacefully at her home on June 16, 2025. Born in Fall River, MA on August 11, 1937, she was the daughter of the late George and Mildred (Pemberton) Cote and was engaged to the love of her life, the late Adrian “Jack” Hughes. Always […]
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Obituary: Margaret H. Stevenson
Margaret H. Stevenson, 93, of Portsmouth and Prudence Island, RI, passed away on June 12, 2025. She was the devoted wife of the late Frederick R. Stevenson Sr. for 60 years. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Frances (Stephan) Taylor. Margaret’s journey took her to many places as […]
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Obituary: Catherine C. McGill
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Catherine C. McGill, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left this world on June 12, 2025, at the age of 90. She was the wife of the late Arthur A. McGill Jr. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Catherine […]
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Obituary: Peter Barry
Peter Barry, 74, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully June 12, 2025 at home, surrounded by love. Born December 12, 1950 in Fall River, Massachusetts, to the late Joseph Barry and Louise Snyder, Peter built a remarkable life marked by love, humor, intelligence, and generosity. A longtime resident of Lepes Road in Portsmouth, Peter […]
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Obituary: Marilyn Isabelle (Washburn) Murphy
Marilyn Isabelle (Washburn) Murphy, 81, of Middletown, RI, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on June 7, 2025. Born in Newport, RI, on July 31, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Arthur H. Washburn, Sr., and Madaline (Fuller) Washburn. Marilyn is survived by her husband of 45 years, […]
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Obituary: Pamela Braman
The family of Pamela Helen Braman, of Middletown, RI, is saddened to announce her passing at 80 years of age while residing at Royal Health Forest Farm. Pam was born at Newport Hospital on October 15, 1944. She was the second child of Donald Stewart and Mary Helen Otto Braman. Pam leaves her brothers, Eric […]
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Obituary: Charles “Chuck” Overton Berlinghof
Our beloved elder, Charles “Chuck” Overton Berlinghof, embarked on his final adventure and departed this life on 3 June 2025, having reached the impressive age of 94. Born on 28 December 1930 in Binghamton, NY, Chuck was the first-born child of Dr. Clifton Harold Berlinghof and Barbara Fowler (Cone) Berlinghof. Chuck grew up quickly during […]
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Obituary: Kelly Nevitt
With hearts broken and lives forever changed, we share the unimaginable loss of our beloved Kelly Nicole Nevitt, 15, who passed away leaving behind a world that was brighter because she was in it. Born on September 18, 2009, in Newport, Rhode Island, Kelly was the cherished daughter and best friend of her mother, Sharon […]
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Obituary: Kathleen Legein
Kathleen Rose Legein, 82, of Middletown, RI, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. Born on July 1, 1942, in Springfield, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Stella Covel. A 1961 graduate of Cathedral High School in Springfield, Kathleen began her career with New England Telephone before marrying the love of […]
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Obituary: Philip M. Connell
Philip M. Connell, 94, of Middletown, RI, formerly of Newport, RI passed away at Newport Hospital on June 9, 2025. He was the husband of Rosalie (Beebe) Connell and the father of the late Dr. William Connell. He is survived by his daughter Jacqueline Patton of Portsmouth (her husband Tom Patton), and his two grandchildren […]
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Obituary: Joseph Allen
Joseph P. Allen, Jr, 86, of Chelmsford, MA passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at home with his family. He was born on August 10, 1938, and was the son of the late Joseph P. Allen and Mary T. Allen (nee Landers) of Boston, MA. He also resided in Dorchester MA. In addition […]
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Obituary: Curtis Edes
Curtis Karl Edes, a.k.a. Curty Cut, born July 18th, 1963 in Newport, RI at 61 passed away after a valiant fight-to-the-death kind of battle with cancer on June 6, 2025, at Newport Hospital with his loving daughter Ashley Edes and her partner by his side. Curtis was a simple man, but never boring; original—one-of-a-kind to […]
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Obituary: Donald Church
Captain Donald Vernon Church, beloved father of three, grandfather of nine and great grandfather (aka Grumpa and Grumpy Winkle) of eight and a half passed away in his Bristol home on June 1, 2025 just a few days shy of his 91st birthday. We are certain that he was welcomed into heaven by his soulmate […]
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Obituary: Janice Frazier
Janice R. Frazier, 73, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on Thursday, June 5, 2025. She was the loving wife of Ronald J. Frazier for the last 50 years. Born in Fall River, MA on September 29, 1951, She was the daughter of the late James and Ruth (Bedard) Holt. Janice graduated from Portsmouth High School […]
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Obituary: Alfaretta Massey
Alfaretta Jackson Massey, 78, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on May 22, 2025. Born in Newport, RI on January 1, 1947, She was the daughter of the late Thomas and Frances (Wigington) Massey. Alfaretta, aka “Tila”, grew up in Newport and moved to Westchester County New York as a young woman. She lived in Mt. […]
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Obituary: Arthur Frazzano, MD
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Dr. Arthur Andrew Frazzano – a devoted physician, esteemed educator, and beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend – who left this world on June 2, 2025. Born in Montclair, New Jersey, on October 24, 1949, Arthur was the eldest child of Arthur Rocco Frazzano and Gilda […]
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Obituary: Patricia Arlene Smith
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Nana and Sister, Patricia Arlene Smith. She took her last breath at the age of 88 in the comfort of her own home where she loved to be, and was surrounded by her family and loved ones. Thursday, May 29, 2025 […]
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Obituary: June Carol (Davis) (Mullen) Rayno
It is with heavy hearts and fond memories that we announce the passing of June Carol (Davis) (Mullen) Rayno, in the comfort of the Hope Health Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence, on May 31, 2025, at the age of 80. June is survived and will be greatly missed by her husband, Eugene Rayno, of almost […]
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Obituary: Peter Flynn
Newport, RI: Peter C. Flynn of 11 Kay Blvd, died of natural causes at his home on May 31, 2025 at age 73. He had been suffering from diabetes for decades and Parkinson’s disease in recent years. There will be a private funeral in Newport. Peter was born in Stamford, CT on May 28, 1952. […]
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Obituary: Gerald Powers
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Gerald Powers on May 24, 2025. He was 83 years old. He was the son of the late Thomas and Rose (Walsh) Powers. Known as Jerry to friends and family, he was born on August 20, 1941. He was raised and spent his […]
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Obituary: Edalene Menzi
Edalene Joanne Menzi, wife of Jan Menzi, passed away at the John Clarke Senior Living Center on May 28, 2025. She was born in Fall River to the late James and Rita Moffitt Lindquist, on July 11, 1940. She was preceded in death by her son Edward (Teddy) Menzi, her twin brother, Edward Lindquist, sisters, […]
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Obituary: Patricia Murphy
Patricia H. Murphy, a beloved resident of Royal Middletown, previously Forest Farm community, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on March 16, 1928, in Cranston, Rhode Island. Patricia was the daughter of the late Timothy and Gertrude (Notine) Murphy. She is preceded in her passing by her brothers; […]
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Obituary: Donald F. Shea
Donald F. Shea, 89, of Tiverton, RI, formerly of Brockton, MA, passed away on May 30, 2025, in the Catholic Memorial Nursing Center in Fall River. He was the husband of Marjorie F. (Medeiros) Shea, and of the late Pauline (Decelle) Shea. Born in Dorchester, MA, and raised in Quincy, he was the son of […]
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Obituary: Godofredo P. “Fred” Pico
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Godofredo “Fred/Freddy” Pico, a beloved husband, father, and friend, who left this world on May 28, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on July 7, 1937, in Asignan, Pangasinan, Philippines, Fred was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, decorated for his service […]