obituary

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Johanna McKenna Collins, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us peacefully on August 26, 2025. She lived a life filled with love and compassion, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her. Born on May 10, 1948 in Northampton, Massachusetts, […]

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Betty Joyce Greenman, who left us peacefully on August 29, 2025. Born on March 30, 1926, in Marinette, Wisconsin, Betty lived a full and vibrant life, ultimately calling Middletown, Rhode Island, her home but always maintained a passion for the Greenbay Packers. Betty was a […]

NANCY ANN CARTER MEIKLE died on August 18, 2025 the age of 87 in Middletown, RI. Mrs. Meikle was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on September 28, 1937, the daughter of Don K. and Mary E. Smiley Carter. She graduated from Oberlin College, Ohio in 1959 having taken her junior year at the University of Minnesota. […]

Dr. Thomas Patrick Galvin, 82, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Joan (Reardon) Galvin for 56 years. Born in Newport on September 18, 1942, he was the son of Thomas Galvin Sr. and Catherine (Murphy) Galvin. He attended Newport Public Schools and De La […]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Daryll Neal, a true original, who left us just shy of his 70th birthday on August 27, 2025. Born on August 29, 1955, in New York City, Daryll brought a vibrant spirit to every room he entered, most recently calling Middletown, RI his home.Daryll […]

Born in Ocean Grove, Massachusetts, on April 23, 1937, Margaret was the daughter of the late Thelma and Frank Maynard of Newport, RI. Margaret is survived by her devoted husband of 34 years, Daniel J. Shea II of Middletown, RI. Among her most cherished memories were travels with Dan to Ireland, where they visited the […]

James “Jim” Allyn Reise, 85, of Jamestown, RI, and Bonita Springs, FL, passed away peacefully at home on August 22, 2025, with his loving wife, Rita, by his side. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, Jim was the son of Gertrude (Raposa) and John Reise. He attended De La Salle Academy and enjoyed a charmed childhood […]

Kathleen C. Souza, 84, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully in the loving embrace of her family on August 24, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Francis A. Souza, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and companionship. Born in Newport, Rhode Island on April 13, 1941, Kathy was the […]

Joseph Monahan was born in 1944 to Edward and Hope Monahan. He was born and died in the family home in Bristol, Rhode Island where he provided loving care to his mother, “Hopie” until her passing. After a life full of adventures and fun that included; childhood escapades, competitive sailing, hiking mountains and trails throughout […]

Mark S. Pinto, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025 with his devoted wife by his side. He fought a brief but courageous battle of cancer with his family supporting him throughout this journey. Mark was born in Newport on July 6, 1963 to Agnes and John Pinto Jr. Mark was raised in Middletown, Rhode […]

Margery Ellen Silvia, 93, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on August 20, 2025. She was the wife of the late Manuel Silvia. Born in Wickford, RI on June 22, 1932, She was the daughter of the late Herman and Lois (Smith) Berthold. She grew up on Broadway in Newport, and soon was working at the […]

Dennis Brown, beloved husband and father, passed away quietly at home on the morning of August 19th, 2025, aged 79. He leaves his loving wife Mary Ellen Brown (Mobbs), sons Dennis Jr. and Jack, grandchildren Amos, Esme, and Frankie, former spouse Dale, and many friends. The son of John and Helen Brown (Flannery), Dennis was […]

Darlene Faria, 61, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on August 17, 2025. She was the wife of the late Scott Poling. Born in Fall River, MA on April 18, 1964, She was the daughter of the late William and Natalie Helpen. Darlene was a talented nurse and never lost her faith even when setbacks changed […]

Carolyn Ann Musgrave, age 73, of George St, Newport, RI passed away after a short illness on August 21, 2025. She was born in Waterville, Maine to the late Charles and Emily (McFarland) Clifford. Carolyn is survived by her loving husband of 53 years Nigel Musgrave, her children James (Lisa) Musgrave of Providence, RI and […]

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Rose Rivera, who left us peacefully on August 17, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on December 29, 1935, in the Philippines to Lourdes and Pedro, Rose was the proud oldest sibling of three brothers and two sisters. She often spoke with admiration of […]

Ruth Adele Ann Nolan Dunn of Newport and Middletown, RI passed peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at St. Clare Nursing Home in Newport. The family is deeply grateful to all of Ruth’s caregivers for their kindness and compassion over the past year. Ruth was born on Rhode Island Independence Day, […]

Arthur Paiva, a devoted family man, tireless community servant, and a true Newport character, passed away on his 93rd birthday, Tuesday, August 12th, at 9:00pm at the Rhode Island Veterans’ Home. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marie Elizabeth Stricker Paiva, and his son-in-law, Mark Stephen Weed. Arthur’s legacy lives on through […]

Patrick John Crookes,77, of Warwick, RI passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the West Roxbury VA Medical Center in West Roxbury, MA on Thursday, August 14, 2025. Patrick was born on December 6, 1947, to the late Arthur Crookes Jr. and Kathleen O’Brien Crookes in Newport, RI where he lived for most of his […]

On Saturday, August 16, 2025, Gerald Richard Warren of Thornton, NH passed away in the loving arms of his family at the age of 74. Gerald was born on August 16, 1951, in Newport, Rhode Island to the late William Charles Warren and Barbara (Secort) Warren. He grew up in Portsmouth, RI and was a […]

Samuel Peter Fay, 78 of Tiverton, RI passed away on July 31, 2025. He was born on April 30, 1947, in Portsmouth, RI, son of the late Lester and JosephineSam spent a fulfilling career as a store manager at the Stop & Shop Supermarket in Middletown for over 30 years, where he started out as a stock […]

Jane Carol (Cardoza) WilburMiddletown, RI – With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jane Carol Wilbur, 78, who left us peacefully on August 11, 2025. She was preceded in death by her cherished husband, Franklin Wilbur, who passed away in 2022.Born on July 8, 1947, in Newport, RI, Jane was a shining light in […]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Beatrice Cabral, who left us peacefully on August 8, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on February 27, 1943, in Fall River, MA, Beatrice lived a life full of love, laughter, and cherished moments, ultimately making her home in Newport, RI.Beatrice dedicated herself […]

“Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming… WOW, WHAT A RIDE!” – Hunter S. Thompson Ronald A. Sutherland (Ron), 79, of Fairhaven, […]