Obituaries

Marilyn Claire Sullivan Hostetler of Portsmouth, Rhode Island passed away on October 30 after a brief illness, surrounded by family. She was 69 years old. She was the beloved wife of her high school sweetheart, Dean Hostetler, and the cherished mother of Courtney Hostetler, Devon Hostetler, and Caitlin Kahle. Marilyn was born in Newport, Rhode […]

Louise M. Costley, 88, passed away at home with her daughter on Friday, October 25, 2024 after a long battle with dementia. Louise was the daughter of the late Lena Bowley Mello and Joseph Mello. She was predeceased by her son, Christopher Costley. Louise leaves her daughter Denise Truver of Tiverton, her brother William Mello […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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, […]

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 […]

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. […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]