With hearts full of love and unspeakable sorrow, we announce that our so loved Remi Walter Vassallo completed his courageous journey on June 24, 2025 — a brave, bright soul who gave us more than we could have dreamed in his short time here. Just a week into his life, Remi was diagnosed with a […]
Obituaries
Obituary: Robert Hurley
Robert Joseph Hurley, 95, of Cape Canaveral, Florida, and Portsmouth, RI died peacefully on June 15, 2025 surrounded by his family. Born in Somerville, MA on November 17, 1929, He was the son of the late Warren and Elizabeth (Cushing) Hurley. Bob began his life in the Boston area, working with his siblings and father in their roofing […]
Obituary: David Vincent Rogers
David Vincent Rogers of Newport, RI was born in Bellflower, California in 1969. He grew up in the Boston area and graduated from Brookline High School. Davey then moved to and fell in love with the Pacific Northwest, where he earned a degree in English from Seattle University. He has called Newport, RI home for […]
Obituary: Richard Morgan
Richard Penrose Morgan, 69, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on June 28, 2025. He was the cherished husband of Cynthia (Drowne) Morgan. Born in Renfrew, Ontario, Canada on August 10, 1955, he was the son of Welsh born parents, Royston and Audrey (Dalby) Morgan. As a youth, Richard spent summers on the Pembrokeshire coast in […]
Obituary: Charles F. Weishar
With profound memories, we announce Captain Charles F. Weishar, our uncle, grand uncle, great grand uncle, and dear friend, has passed. Charles was born in Milwaukee, WI, on November 9, 1928 to his parents Maria & William Weishar. He passed away at his home during the early hours of June 24, 2025, at the age […]
Obituary: Paula Raposo
Paula Christina Raposo, 52, a lifelong resident of Newport, Rhode Island, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on June 27, 2025. She was born on August 12, 1973, in Santa Clara, São Miguel, Azores. She then came to the United States, arriving in Boston on January 12,1976. Paula was filled with love for […]
Obituary: Alice Berry
Alice M. Berry, 69, of Newport, RI, passed away peacefully while under hospice care at the Newport Hospital, where she was cared for with dignity and respect. She was the former wife of Victor W Berry Sr. Born in Boston, MA on February 28th, 1956, she was the daughter of the late John and Mildred […]
Obituary: Darleen McKay
Darleen Ann McKay, 82, of Middletown, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 27, 1942 in Jamestown, RI to the late Anthony and Virgina DeTerra. Darleen was the wife of the late William J. McKay for 32 years. Darleen was the heart of her family […]
Obituary: Paul Dutra
Paul C. Dutra, 83, a lifelong resident of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025 in the house that he built 53 years ago. He was the beloved husband of Diane (McGee) Dutra, with whom he shared nearly 58 years of marriage. Born in Newport, RI, on December 15, 1941, Paul was […]
Obituary: Mary Rodger
Mary Alice Rodger “Alice” passed away peacefully on June 20 at the home of her youngest son Jimmy. She was 102 years old. She was married for 47 years to the late Dr Robert C Rodger. She was later married for 20 years to the late Raymond Boyle. She was the eldest daughter of the […]
Obituary: Beverly Pyne
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the peaceful passing of Beverly S. Pyne, most recently of Bristol, and previously of Tiverton. Bev was the daughter of Leon and Carolyn Johnson, and was raised in Melrose, MA. She earned her Associate’s Degree at Burdett Junior College and worked as a secretary […]
Obituary: John M. “Jack” Curran
John M. “Jack” Curran, of Newport, RI, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025 with his family by his side. A Newport native, Jack was the son of John and Irene (Shea) Curran. At De La Salle Academy he played basketball, baseball, and tennis. Upon graduation, he enrolled in Providence College, attending for two years […]
Obituary: Edward Hannon
Captain Edward Robert Hannon II, USN (Ret.), 93, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Carol (Currier) Hannon for 66 years. Born in New London, Connecticut, on December 23, 1931, Edward was the son of the late Captain Edward R. Hannon USN (Ret.) and Bernice […]
Obituary: Ann Almedia
Ann Louise Almedia, 78, of West Warwick, and formerly of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on June 19, 2025. Born in Newport, RI on November 9, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Edward Almeida and Natalie Dennis. Ann lived most of her life on Aquidneck Island, many years in Portsmouth. She was well known […]
Obituary: Kimberly Boiani
Kimberly Boiani, 56, of 25 North Drive, Portsmouth, R.I. died Tuesday, June 17th at Newport Hospital, peacefully surrounded by her family. She was born in Fall River, Massachusetts but considered herself a lifelong resident of and a “Native Newporter.” Kim was the daughter of the late Barbara Doherty and Rudolpho “Rudy” Boiani. Kim was well […]
Obituary: Judith Davison
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we remember Judith G. Davison, who passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, at the age of 80 in Middletown, Rhode Island. She was the beloved wife of the late Philip Davison, and together they shared a beautiful bond that was rooted in deep friendship, unwavering partnership, and […]
Obituary: Evelyn Pine
Evelyn B. Pine, 77, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, died on June 14, 2025 at Charlton Hospital. She was the wife of the late SSG, Fred Joseph Pine, US Army Veteran and Bronze Star recipient. Born in Newport, RI on March 19, 1948, She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Beatrice (Souza) Semas. Evelyn […]
Obituary: Eugene “Joe” Sullivan
Eugene J. Sullivan, age 81, of Lake Worth, Florida passed away on June 9, 2025. Joe was born in Newport, Rhode Island on November 25, 1943. He was a Veteran of the US Air Force. Joe was predeceased by his wife, Ruth in 2015 and his son, Joseph in 2016. He is survived by his […]
Obituary: Nancy K. (Murphy) Flynn
Nancy K. (Murphy) Flynn, age 98, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 in Middletown, Rhode Island where she lived with her daughter and family for the past eleven years. She had been a longtime resident of Waltham. She was born on August 30, 1926, in Hollis, New York, to Lawrence and Ruth (Culliton) […]
Obituary: Claire B. Donahoe
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
