Obituaries

Nancy Jane Blanchard, 87, born and raised in Newport, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully in San Jose, California, on 10 October, 2024. Born Nancy Jane Shea on 2 June, 1937, to Mr. Martin Christopher Shea and Mrs. Ella MacCauley Lawton Shea, she grew up with her brothers Martin and Howard, and her sister Joanne in […]

Kristine Erin Sullivan, 47, of Portsmouth, RI passed away peacefully after a long illness on May 23, 2025, with her loving family beside her. Kristine was born in Newport on February 23, 1978. She was the daughter of the late Cecily C. (Martin) and Robert W. Sullivan. Kristine graduated from Middletown High School in 1996. […]

John W. Nelson III, of Middletown, RI passed away May 20, 2025 at home after a long battle with cancer. Born in Newport, he was the son of the late John W. Nelson Jr. and Caroline T. (Murphy) Nelson. A member of the Rhode Island National Guard, he enlisted while in high school, attended Officer […]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard “Rick” Joseph Boyd, who left us too soon on May 10, 2025, at the age of 44. Born on August 1, 1980, in Athens, TN, he was the compass of love and joy for his family and friends. Rick was a devoted son […]

Captain Dale L. Paquette, USNR (Ret.), of Portsmouth, RI, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025 at the age of 79. Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, on October 14, 1945, to Leonard O. Paquette and Bertha M. Paquette (née Senay), Dale led a life defined by service, curiosity, creativity, and deep devotion to his family. […]

Karen Cotta Spohn, age 61, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on May 19, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 14, 1963 in Newport, RI to Dave and Sandra Cotta. Karen was a devoted and loving wife, daughter, mother, Nana, sister, auntie, godmother, sister in law, cousin, niece and […]

Richard Funk, 77, of Newport, RI, passed away in the Heatherwood Nursing Home on May 18, 2025. Born in Topeka, Kansas, Richard was the son of the late Richard and Shirley (Anderson) Funk. Richard showed a talent for music at a young age. He attended the Princeton Boychoir School during his junior high years before […]

JAMESTOWN – Bruce McCarter, 81, of Jamestown, Rhode Island, died peacefully on May 14, 2025, surrounded by family. He was the son of the late Edward and Cynthia (Cooper) McCarter. He was born in Providence, Rhode Island and was a longtime resident of Newport, Rhode Island. He was a graduate of Cranston West High School […]

With hearts full of love, pride and gratitude, we remember our beloved father, Anthony J. Agostinelli of Portsmouth, Rhode Island-an extraordinary man whose curiosity, creativity, and compassion touched so many lives. Tony wore many hats throughout his long and inspiring life-author, jazz historian, musician, professor, public servant, television producer, social worker, and Air Force veteran-but […]

It is with great sadness that we announce the final bell rang for Philip J. Rondina, Sr., a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, after a long illness on May 7, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on November 23, 1942, in Newport, Rhode Island, Philip was a proud member of the community, residing […]

Ernest W. Ritchie III passed away on 5/3/2025 from leukemia. Ernest W. Ritchie III, better known as “Bud” was born in Newport RI to Mary (Gallagher) and Ernest W. Ritchie II better known as “Duke”. Bud was a man of tremendous character and he was not scared to sacrifice for a belief or moral. Bud […]

Kathryn Francis Borges, 93, of Middletown, Rhode Island, left us peacefully on May 8 surrounded by her family. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, Kathryn, or “Kay,” will always be remembered for her kindness and love of family. Born on October 1, 1931 in Newport, Kay grew up the daughter of Richard and […]

Tia Marie Hebert, age 64, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away unexpectedly on May 7, 2025. Born on May 15, 1960, in Newport, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of Joseph and Josephine (Moniz) Farias. Tia was a cherished resident of her community, known for her warmth and […]

Rita Margaret Smith, 104, of 44 Dudley Ave., Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on May 6, 2025, in the Grand Islander Nursing Center. She was the wife of the late Walter W. Smith. Born in Fall River, MA, she was the daughter of the late John and Florence (Roe) May. She resided in Newport for […]

Antonio Sousa Arruda Medford, MA -Antonio Sousa Arruda, 91, of Medford, Massachusetts, died on May 6, 2025. He was the husband of Zenalia (Cabral) Arruda. Born in Bretanha, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal on February 20, 1934, he was the son of Jose and Maria (Amaral) Arruda. Antonio was born in São Miguel, Azores, but he […]

In loving memory of Linda Iafrate, age 80, of Newport, Rhode Island, who died on April 21, 2025. She was born in Providence, Rhode Island on February 2, 1945, to Gennaro and Marie Rotondo. Growing up, she was a big believer in “tough love” but with age came wisdom, sweetness, and love. Linda will be […]

It is with heartfelt remembrance that we celebrate the life of Constance B. Briosi, who departed from this world on May 5, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on July 7, 1934, in Fall River, Massachusetts, she brought joy and warmth to everyone who knew her. Constance was a proud graduate of Durfee High […]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Mae Shoe, born on January 2, 1943, in Newport, RI. She left us peacefully on May 6, 2025, at the age of 82. Linda lived her life with warmth and kindness, and she will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Linda […]

Elise Ellwood “Woody” Irving Tucker, 84, of Cambridge, MA, Fairfield, CT and Sewickley, PA, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, in the Village House Nursing Home, Newport, RI. Born in Boston, MA, Woody was the daughter of the late Frederick C. Irving Jr. and Elise (Keeney) Irving and graduated from Dana Hall School and […]