Obituaries

Madelyn Rose (Gacioch) Bruneau, 82, of Portsmouth, RI, died on November 27, 2024. She was the wife of the late Henry A. Bruneau. Born in Fall River, MA, she was the daughter of the late John and Madeline (Gosciminski) Pencak. Madelyn leaves her sons Robert Singleton and his wife Kelly and Matthew Bruneau and his […]

Carolyn Mason, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on June 4, 1935, in Newport, Rhode Island, Carolyn instilled warmth and joy in the lives of those who had the privilege to know her. She lived all of her life in Newport, creating […]

Lawrence L. Chase, 88, of Newport, Rhode Island, went to be with his Savior on December 5, 2024 surrounded by family. He was the husband of Lynn (Heggen) Chase for nearly 62 years. Born in Newport, RI on June 18, 1936, Larry was the son of the late John F. and Hope (Levens) Chase. After […]

James W. Boyd Jr., a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on December 3, 2024, at the age of 82, leaving behind a rich legacy of love and laughter. Born on July 15, 1942, in Boston, MA, Jim spent his life in devotion to his family, his country, and his passions. A proud […]

Alan J. Kent, 80, of Middletown, RI, passed away on November 27, 2024, in Newport Hospital. He was the loving husband of Mercedes “Dee” E. (Skillings) Kent for 60 years. Affectionately known as “Mr. Wonderful,” Alan epitomized the spirit of family, community, and service throughout his remarkable life. Born in Newport, RI, to the late […]

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bruce Alvin Helger, 68, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, who drifted away peacefully at home on November 26, 2024. Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, on October 16, 1956, Bruce was the son of Alvin and Leona (Lavigne) Helger. Raised in Tiverton alongside his brothers, Gary […]

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mom, Joyce Sanderson on November 26, 2024 The youngest of eight children, Joyce was born to John F. and Helena (McPartland) O’Brien, at their home in South Boston on May 2, 1946. Her “Southie” upbringing was an indelible aspect of her character, permeating […]

Barbara Alison (Cairns) Church, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2024, at the age of 89. Barbara was the devoted daughter of the late John and Irene Cairns and sister of the late Annette Massey. She grew up in the cottage at the Chateau Sur Mer Estate on Bellevue […]

Joyce Davidson, 97, of Middletown, Rhode Island died on November 22, 2024. She was the wife of the late John R. Davidson. Born on May 1, 1927, in Wantage, England, she was the daughter of Walter and Beatrice Binding. She grew up in England during World War II and met a young US serviceman, Charlie […]

Reyna Liliana Gomez Lopez, 31 years old, Resident of Newport RI, passed away on November 21, 2024. Fulfilling her last wish, she was surrounded by all her loved ones at her home. Reyna was a devoted and loving mother who dedicated her life to her two children Jeffrey, 12 years old and Kendall, 7 years […]

John T. Sheehan Jr., known for his incredible intellect, determination, and strength, left us on the early morning of November 23, 2024, after a challenging journey with cancer. Throughout his most difficult moments, he never failed to care for those he loved, always putting his family and friends first. His quick wit and infectious spirit […]

Stephen Robinson Riverside, RI -Stephen Robinson, 73 With heartfelt sadness, we have lost our brother, Stephen Robinson of Tiverton, RI, he passed away on November 21, 2024. He was the son of the late James and Mildred Robinson. In his youth, he was a student at the Friendship School and also worked at the Newport […]

Sharon Anne Turner – Sharon Anne Turner, 72, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on November 21, 2024. She was the wife of Robert O. Turner. Born in Newport, RI on July 26, 1952, she was the daughter of James and Loretta (Gormly) Smith. After Sharon graduated from Portsmouth High School in 1970, she pursued various […]

Ian Charles Gordon Oliver, age 86 of Austin, TX, formerly of Newport, RI passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 14, 2024. Upon hearing of Ian’s passing, the family received many generous messages describing this wonderful man including: “a gentlemen, in every sense of the word”, “easy to love”, “fascinating storyteller”, “kind, kind […]

James Brown Mason Grosvenor, age 70, died after a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, in Newport, R.I. He was surrounded and comforted by his wife, son, three siblings and their spouses. Born in Providence, R.I., on December 20, 1953, Jim was the son of Richard and Margot Grosvenor. Jim fought […]

Arthur Plymesser, 99, passed away November 21, 2024, at the John Clarke Nursing Center. Arthur was born June 28, 1925, in Fall River, Massachusetts to Raymond Sr. and Mary (Brooks) Plymesser and was the brother to the late Raymond, Robert, Cyrus, Thomas, George, and Shirley Plymesser. Arthur left school in the 8th grade to work […]