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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 […]

Thomas Ouellette, a resident of the Screamer Community, near Abbeville, Alabama, passed away Tuesday night, November 12, 2024, at his home. He was 95. Mr. Ouellette was born in Newport, RI to the late Earnest Ouellette and Marie Turgeon Ouellette. He graduated from Rogers High School in Newport, RI. He served his country in the […]

Alan Aleicho, 56, of Newport, RI, died on November 15, 2024, in St. Anne’s Hospital, Fall River. Born in Washington, DC, on December 2nd, 1967. He was the son of the late Jose Raposa and Dora (Pirie) Aleicho. Surrounded by the love and support of his family, Alan passed away peacefully after doggedly battling pancreatic […]

Mary Alice Helen (Patronik) Hanley, 83 years old from Newport, RI passed away on November 16, 2024 surrounded by her devoted husband and loving family. Mary Alice was born in Waterbury, CT on June 23, 1941, the fourth daughter of the late John and Johanna Patronik. Mary Alice is predeceased by her son, David Hanley; […]

Mere hours after a core of loyal friends joined her at Heatherwood to celebrate the November 15 seventy-fifth birthday, Kathy Creaney passed from this earth on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Kathy is predeceased by her parents, Mary (Hallgring) and Carroll F. Creaney and uncle and aunt Harry and Kay Hallgring. She is survived by her […]

Arlene F. (Heath, Fitzgerald) Toolin, 84, of Tiverton, RI, passed away peacefully at home on November 16, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Born on December 24, 1941, in Springfield, MA, Arlene was the daughter of the late George G. Heath and Margaret M. McCracken (Heath) Desmarias. She was a proud […]

Charles H. Tingley was born January 8, 1958. Charlie was a lifelong resident of the City of Newport, RI. Preceded in death by his beloved father and mother, Charles A. and MaryJane (Heller) Tingley. In younger years, he attended and proudly graduated from The William Davies Jr. Vocational-Technical High School in Lincoln, RI, with two […]

In loving memory of Jolene F Glynn, a beloved sister, aunt, and cherished friend, who passed away on November 13, 2024. Born on September 28, 1972, Jolene brought light and joy to those around her, she always radiated positivity and love. Throughout her life, Jolene found happiness in small joys – from her favorite soap […]

Susan Bean, 76, of Bristol, Rhode Island, died on November 1, 2024. Born in Providence, RI on September 14, 1948, she was the daughter of John Bray and Anna Bean. Sue was a lifelong Rhode Islander who spent most of her youth with her foster family including, Mr. and Mrs. Fred and Violette Spalding, and […]

Françoise Isabelle Thérèse Marthe Pomert (née Corvol) of Newport, Rhode Island, died peacefully at home at the age of 89 on November 7, 2024. Françoise was born in Paris, France on February 5, 1935, to Robert and Marie Denise Corvol. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert (Bob). Françoise was a fiercely […]

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donnell M Shea, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Donnell was born on August 23, 1936 in Bangor, ME. Donnell was very proud to have grown up in Maine, he loved everything about it. In his opinion Maine was the best place to be! He loved spending […]

Klaire LaNelle (nee Johnson) Medeiros was born in Rosendale, Mo. to Frank E. Jr. and Anna Johnson on June 20th 1934 the youngest of 5 children. She was the youngest and last remaining child of Frank and Anna Johnson. Klaire grew up on a farm in northwest Missouri. She attended elementary and high school in […]