Obituaries

Michael S. Longazel, 68, of Middletown, RI, formerly of Newport, RI, passed away on December 21, 2024, in Newport Hospital. Born in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late John N. and Elizabeth “Betty” (Bradfield) Longazel. He grew up in Raymond, NH, surrounded by the scenic beauty of New England, where he cultivated […]

Dr. Douglas Vaughn Smith, Ph.D, CDR, USN (ret.) passed away on 18 December 2024 in Middletown, RI. He was 76 years old. Doug was born into a Navy family on 17 September, 1948. The son of Senior Chief Lawrence Raymond Smith and Grace Epley Smith, Doug was a scholar and standout high school baseball player […]

Andrew J. Peckham, 58, of Warwick (formerly of Little Creek Lane, Middletown), passed away unexpectedly on December 17, 2024. He was a great friend to all, whose loss will be deeply felt by all who knew him. Born on June 3, 1966, in Middletown RI where he spent his childhood and most of his adult […]

Ms. Cynthia (Cherubini) Diana, 78 yrs old, passed away peacefully at Heatherwood Nursing Home and Rehabilitation facility on November 30th, 2024. Cynthia was born in Waterbury Connecticut on September 19th, 1946. She was the daughter of the late Armond F. Diana and Doris (Benson) Diana. She was also the sister of the late Armand Diana. […]

Harry Leonard, 72, of Portsmouth, RI, died at home on December 19, 2024 after a brief illness. He was the husband of Linda (Braley) Leonard. Born in Newport, RI on November 30, 1952, he joined the USAF as a young man. He completed the Military Police training while in the Air Force and found his […]

James L. McSparren, 74 of Newport, RI passed away December 17, 2024 at St. Clare-Newport. Born at Newport Hospital on February 3,1950, he was a son of the late June Marie (Turzek) McSparren and Thomas R. McSparren, DDS. Jim attended St. Joseph’s Church elementary school and served as an altar boy. He attended both De […]

Patricia Grace Carrellas, 55, of Portsmouth, RI, died on December 18, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was the wife of Stephan Boneu, and proud mother to Grace, Henri, and Margaux. Born in Newport, RI on March 30, 1969, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Anthony T. and Mary Lou (Stanton) Carrellas. She […]

Scott Andrew Williams, 67, of Newport, RI, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away with his family by his side on December 15, 2024. He was the husband of Lisabeth (Hale) Williams for 21 years. Born in Melbourne, Australia, he was the son of the late William and Bettini (Carnegie) Williams. Scott lived […]

Kerri Lyn Baker, 54, of Middletown, RI, died at home on December 16, 2024. Born in Newport, RI on September 19, 1970, She was the daughter of the late Herbert and Madeline (Aleicho) Baker.  A lifelong Aquidneck Island resident, Kerri raised her young family in Newport before moving to Middletown. She was a long time […]

Patricia A. Leonard, of Holliston, MA, passed away with her family by her side on December 16, 2024. She was the wife of Jeffrey Leonard for 55 years. Born in Portland, ME, she was the daughter of the late Harvey and Joan Marie (Feury) Gavic. Patricia worked 30 years as a business manager for the […]

Linda R. Hilliard, 79, of Middletown, RI, formerly of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away at home on December 13, 2024, with her family by her side. She was the wife of Edward J. Hilliard, Jr., for 42 years. Born in Washington, DC, she was the only child born to the late Joseph and Edith (Morell) […]

Richard “Rocky” E. Pires, 67, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away at home on December 16, 2024. He was the husband of Angela Manchester. Born in Boston, MA, he was the son of the late John and Mildred (Close) Pires. Rocky was a man of many passions and talents with a personality larger than life. […]

Jennifer M. Saba, 52, of New York, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of Marlene Leatherbee of Newport and West Palm Beach, FL and the late George Saba. Jennifer Saba, who was a unique, incredible, bright, curious, woman, who could hold her own in any given situation. […]

Mark Arthur Grimes, a beloved husband, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully after a long illness on December 8, 2024, at the age of 76. Born on April 14, 1948, to Dr. M. Osmond and Elin C. Grimes, Mark’s life was marked by love, compassion, and an enduring dedication to his family and community. […]

James Bradley “Brad” Watterson passed away at the Village House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Newport, RI on December 13, 2024. He was born on September 12, 1947, and was the son of the late Bernard J. and Catherine M. Kane. At 3 years old, Brad was preceded in death by his father, Joseph P. Watterson. […]

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joshua “Booch” Tyler Bucci on December 12, 2024, at the age of 37. Josh was born in Newport, Rhode Island to Whitney Bucci and John Shell. Josh grew up in Middletown and was a 2006 graduate of Middletown High School where he learned his […]

Frances Adeline (Perry) Matthews, aged 77, of Newport, RI, passed away on December 10, 2024, at Newport Hospital following a prolonged illness, surrounded by her family. She was born on December 12, 1946, in Wareham, MA, to the late Mary F. Walker and Antone B. Perry. She was also the daughter of the late Louis […]

Rita Claire Toppa passed away in her sleep Wednesday, December 11, 2024. “Pixie” as she was known to all who loved her, spent the last months of her life with the wonderful people at Village House Nursing Home. When she moved into Village House, she soon became the life of the party. Her endearing personality […]

Alan J. Gaines, 82, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on November 10, 2024. He was the husband of the late Amy Louise (Boocock) Gaines and the father of Lee V. Gaines. Born in New York City, Alan was the son of Charles and Rosalyn (Knecht) Ginsburg. For more than 40 years, Alan and Amy operated […]

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 […]