Joyce Ann (Riter) Grout, 88, passed peacefully on November 24, 2025 in Rhode Island with family by her side. Joyce was born on November 21, 1937 to Laura (Redden) and Laurence Riter in Keokuk, IA, the youngest of six children – Wilma (James) O’Daniel, Maxine (Glenn) Loring, Marjorie Pitt Munson, Velma (James) Rossi, and Laurence […]
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Obituary: Carol L. Dutton
Carol Lynn Dutton, age 73, passed away peacefully at Newport Hospital on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Carol was born in Pleasantville, NJ, on March 26th, 1952. She was the daughter of Florence (Angell) Ridenour and Harry Ridenour. Along with her husband, Michael, she is survived by her daughters, Cheryl Lewis, Meghan (Dutton) Leighton and Katelin […]
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Obituary: Constantine Gianetis
Constantine (Costa), also known to many as Gus, Gianetis, age 83, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at home on November 27, 2025, surrounded by his devoted wife and family, following a courageous four-year battle with multiple cancers. Costa was born on April 10, 1942, in Newport, Rhode Island, to the late Stamos and Elizabeth Gianetis. […]
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Obituary: Rosemarie Regine
Rosemarie Regine, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on November 18, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on July 6, 1929, in Providence, Rhode Island, Rosemarie devoted her life to her family, bringing warmth and love to their home in Portsmouth, where she will forever be remembered for her […]
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Obituary: Jane Ellen Sweeney-Kent
It is with great sadness that we announce that Jane Ellen Sweeney, 66, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2025. A lifelong Newporter, Jane found her greatest joy in the people she loved and in the places that brought her peace. The ocean, the shoreline, and the quiet rhythm of the […]
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Obituary: Gilbert Brownell
Gilbert M. Brownell, Jr., age 86, of Middletown, RI, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025. Born on May 29, 1939, Gilbert moved to Middletown as an infant and made it his lifelong home, deeply rooted in the community and the coastline he loved. Gilbert was educated at Hazard Memorial Catholic School and later at […]
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Obituary: Mildred Banal
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mildred Anne (Bailey) Banal, “Millie, Nani, Gigi”, our loving mother, cherished grandmother, great-grandmother, and loyal friend, who entered into eternal rest on November 25, 2025, at the age of 87.Millie was born in South Boston, MA to Ernest and Anne (Harrington) Bailey on December 13, 1937. She was raised […]
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Obituary: Marianne Toole
Marianne Eileen Toole (Barry) passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025 surrounded by her loving family, after a second battle with breast cancer which she faced with courage and grace. She was predeceased by her parents, Gordon Barry and Dorothy Barry (Ketchum). Marianne was a beloved Wife, Mother, Nini, and Sister, whose warmth and vibrant […]
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Obituary: James Andersen
James Carl Andersen, “Jim” – February 2, 1933- November 27, 2025 Jim Andersen passed into eternal life on Thanksgiving Day, November, 27 in Tiverton, RI, slipping away peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by those who loved him. Born on February 2, 1933 in Benton Harbor, Michigan to Aksel Valdemar “Walter” and Karla Andersen, the youngest […]
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Obituary: Marc C. Brownell
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Marc C. Brownell, 66, on November 20, 2025, after 15 months battle with esophageal cancer.He worked for the RI Dept. of Transportation for 24 years until his retirement this past May. He was known for his dedication and strong work ethic.He enjoyed cooking for […]
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Obituary: Alan Hall
Alan W. Hall, 69, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on November 19, 2025. He was the husband of Virginia (Connors) Hall for the past 40 years. Born in Newport, RI on April 15, 1956, he was the son of the late Norman and Irene (Wido) Hall. A 1974 graduate of Portsmouth High School, Alan was […]
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Obituary: Joseph F. Souza Jr.
Joseph Francis Souza, Jr., born September 12, 1931, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. On October 15, 1955, Joseph married the love of his life, Mary Veronica Pacheco, and together they built a beautiful life anchored in devotion, hard work, and joy. They made their home at […]
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Obituary: Lawrence James Ferguson
Lawrence James Ferguson, known to family and friends as “Larry,” passed away peacefully at the age of 79. He was born on August 8, 1946, in Bangor, Maine, the son of the late Donald D. and Barbara L. (Black) Ferguson. He is survived by his beloved wife of 37 years, Francine (Koniares) Ferguson, and his children Alyssa Ferguson, Colin […]
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Obituary: Michael Crowley
IIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael J. Crowley, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, who departed this world on November 19, 2025, just days shy of his 67th birthday. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, on November 25, 1958, Michael’s life was filled with joy, laughter, and a deep love […]
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Obituary: Paul Berdy
Paul J. Berdy, 79, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at his home on November 18, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Deborah (McCutcheon) Berdy, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, on January 21, 1946, Paul was the son of the late John and Ann (Johnston) […]
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Obituary: Bernard Rajkumar
Bernard (Ben) S. Rajkumar, 85, formerly of Tiverton and Bristol, Rhode Island, died on November 13, 2025. He was the husband of Gemma (Lake) Rajkumar. Ben was born in Princess Town, Trinidad, on September 29, 1940. He is survived by his children and their spouses, Sean (Nicole), Karen Cooper (Rich), and Brett (Michelle), his grandchildren, Jillian, Justin, […]
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Obituary: Kaitlyn Bric
Kaitlyn “KB” Bric, age 36, of Middletown, RI, passed away on November 13, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital, surrounded by her family and close friends. Born to Leisha Hackett and Peter Bric, Kaitlyn was the beloved daughter whose warmth and spirit brightened every room. Her stepfather, Sean Hackett, was a loving, steady presence in her life-someone she […]
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Obituary: Gerald Carroll
Gerald T. Carroll, 98, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on November 13, 2025. He was the husband of the late Frances (Silvia) Carroll. Born in Fall River, MA on September 5, 1927, He was the son of the late William and Mary (Moffitt) Carroll. Gerry grew up in Fall River, MA and enlisted in the […]
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Obituary: Daniel J. Bills
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel J. Bills. He died on November 9, 2025 at home in Newport, RI, with his beloved wife, Nancy, at his side. He was ninety. Dan was born September 2, 1935, in Long Branch, NJ, the only child of Miriam and Roger Bills. He […]
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Obituary: Colleen Dopart
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Colleen Marie Dopart, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, who entered into eternal rest on November 13, 2025, at the age of 73. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, Colleen was a lifelong resident of Portsmouth, where she touched countless lives through her deep commitment to […]
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Obituary: Emil Silveira
Emil H. Silveira, age 89, of Sun City, AZ and formerly of Middletown, RI, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on November 6, 2025. Emil was born on December 28, 1935, in Newport, RI to the late Manuel and Rosaline Silveira. He was the husband of Dorothy (Dot) A. Ray. Emil […]
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Obituary: Susan Niazy
Susan Olivia Stone Niazy passed away on November 6, 2025. Brilliant, creative, and endlessly resilient, she lived a life defined by compassion, intellect, and quiet strength. A graduate of Johns Hopkins University, she dedicated her career as a speech pathologist to helping children with learning disabilities find their voices and overcome barriers to learning. Her […]
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Obituary: John O’Connell
John Michael O’Connell of Newport, RI, passed away at the Newport Hospital on November 2, 2025 – All Souls’ Day. He was the son of M. Estelle (Hopf) O’Connell and the late Thomas A. O’Connell. He was born on September 6, 1964 in North Kingstown, RI. He graduated from East Greenwich High School and then […]
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Obituary: Hugh Gray Raisky
Hugh Gray Raisky, 92, passed away peacefully in his sleep October 31, 2025, in Newport, Rhode Island. He is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Annette Leiderman Raisky, Kathleen Elizabeth Raisky, his daughter from a previous marriage, sister-in-law, Susan Altman, nephews Greg and Adam Altman, as well as his beloved rescue cat, Duncan. […]
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Obituary: Nicholas Vrabel
Nicholas F. Vrabel, 81, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025. Born on October 30, 1944, in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, he dedicated his life to family, service, and a successful career in finance.Nicholas, lovingly known as Nick, proudly served in the United States Navy from 1961 to 1965 as a Yeoman […]