Obituaries

Barbara Cerra Risso, born on July 8, 1939, in Newport, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and friends.Barbara was predeceased by her husband Thomas E. Risso, sister Gloria Albro, and brother Joseph Medeiros.She will be greatly missed by her son John Liptak and his wife […]

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Wanda Gwinn, a beloved sister, dedicated insurance adjuster, and passionate individual, who left us on February 6, 2026, at the age of 59. Born on June 17, 1966, in Newport, Rhode Island, Wanda was a true Newporter, whose heart was as vibrant as her […]

Leith McLean Adams, 84, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, January 3, 2026, surrounded by family, friends, and her beloved flowers. She was born and raised in Washington, D.C., the daughter of Gale and Mary Gibson McLean. After attending Holton-Arms and Foxhollow, Leith traveled far and wide. She studied […]

James Michael Kirwin III, age 89 of Middletown, RI, passed away on Easter Sunday April 5th, 2026. He was born May 23rd, 1936 to parents James M. Kirwin II and Mary E. (Murphy) Kirwin. He was a graduate of De La Salle Academy, Class of 1954 in Newport and served in the RI National Guard. […]

Stephen L. Malvey, 71, of Middletown, RI passed away on April 3, 2026.  Born October 10, 1954 in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late Daniel Malvey and Doris Chartier. “Stevie” went to Middletown High School and graduated in 1972.  He was an avid athlete, having participated in several adult sports leagues including […]

Margaret J. Stanwood, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on January 20, 1938, in Malden, Massachusetts, she spent her life bringing joy and warmth to those around her. Margaret was a proud 30 year resident of Newport, RI and Middletown later in life.Margaret worked […]

It is with much sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Mary C. Tracy at the age of 100 on March 30, 2026. Her life was a testament to hard work, boundless love, and steadfast devotion to those she cherished most. Mary was born on June 15, 1925 in Middletown, Rhode Island, […]

Born September 14, 1932, in St. Albans, Vermont, Janet passed away in Rhode Island on March 20, 2026. She was the eldest of six children born to Raymond and Doris Audette and spent much of her early life in Manchester, Connecticut.Janet earned her nursing degree from St. Raphael’s in 1954 and went on to work […]

Eric J. Andrews, 79, of Bridgewater, NH, and Jamestown, RI, passed away on March 26, 2026, in Jamestown, RI. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle; a cherished family member to many; and a generous friend to all.Born in Providence, RI, to Lisa (Malmquist) and David Andrews, he joined three older siblings, Judith, […]

Theodore Bierwirth, Age 91, Of Bristol, RI passed away on March 27, 2026.Born in Jersey City, N. J., He was the son of the late Charles and Helen Bierwirth. He is predeceased by his brother, Edward, as well as his sister, Doris. He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret of 56 years. Margaret and […]

Kenneth Byam, 88, of Middletown, passed away peacefully. He was born on January 3, 1938, in Melrose, Massachusetts, to the late Almond and Mildred Byam. Kenneth served in the United States Air Force for four years. After his service, he worked at Continental Can Company for 20 years before becoming a business owner. In 1987, […]

Stamatia Constantine Logothets, known affectionately as Tammy, passed away surrounded by her loving family, on March 24, 2026 at the age of 61. Tammy was a lifelong resident of Newport, dedicated to her family and steeped in her Greek Orthodox faith and heritage. Tammy was born on July 29, 1964 in Newport, RI to Constantine […]

Roger M. Dufour, 79, of Portsmouth died peacefully on March 26, 2026 at Rhode Island Hospital after a short illness. Beloved husband, father, and grandfather, he was married to Mary Fitzpatrick Dufour for 56 years. Roger was born in Pawtucket, RI on October 10, 1946 to the late Joseph and Irene (Ouellette) Dufour. He attended Saint […]

Linda DeSimone, 76, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away on March 21, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by the love that defined her life. Born on February 9, 1950, in Norfolk, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late August and Mary (Gazda) Kraus. Linda was raised in Middletown, a […]

Hope G. Rubin, age 94, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, in Newport, Rhode Island where she was a lifelong resident. Hope was the beloved wife of the late Gerald Rubin for 64 years. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and friend. She lived a long and meaningful life defined by her […]