obituary

With heavy hearts but joyful spirits, we announce the passing of our beloved Daniel Lee Mulligan, who passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026. Born on May 22, 1950, in Charleston, SC, to Domenic Mulligan and Lulu Allston Mulligan, Daniel’s vibrant life was celebrated by all who knew him.Daniel was a proud veteran who began […]

Larry E. Ryan February 16, 1938 – February 4, 2026 Larry E. Ryan, formerly of Union WA and most recently of Tiverton, RI, passed away on February 4, 2026, just days before his 88th birthday. Born in Deadwood, South Dakota, on February 16, 1938, Larry grew up with a strong sense of adventure, discipline, and […]

Audrey (Johnson) Denton, 81, of Palm Beach, Florida, passed away on February 6, 2026, after a long illness. She was the beloved wife of Peter Denton. Born in New Haven on May 7, 1944, and raised in Cheshire Connecticut, she was the only child of the late Helen and Ted Johnson. She grew up surrounded […]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Ann Sawyer, known affectionately as Liz, who left us on February 9, 2026, at the age of 63. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, Liz spent her life in the beautiful Ocean State, making her home in Middletown, where she cherished the simple joys […]

Mary E. “Betty” Silvia, 92, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on February 8, 2026. Born and raised in Middletown, RI, she was the daughter of the late Mariano and Mary (Souza) Ferreira. Betty grew up in Middletown, Rhode Island, where she attended school and started her working career as […]

Janet M. Watkinson, age 79, long-time resident of Newport, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at her home in Middletown, RI. She was the loving wife of Dr. William A. Watkinson II for 52 years, who pre-deceased her in 2021, as well as a devoted and caring mother and grandmother. Jan was born on […]

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Nathaniel David Anderson, a beloved partner, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend, who departed this life on January 25, 2026. Nathaniel was born on May 6, 1957, in Newport, Rhode Island, where he would forge a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.Nathaniel, […]

Elizabeth Louise Whisler (Betty), 80, of Newport RI passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026. Betty was born on June 26, 1945 on Hope Street in Providence to John and Serena Flannery. They were proud Rhode Islanders with roots in Counties Roscommon and Westmeath, Ireland. Betty’s grandfather James Murray was Chief of the Providence Police […]

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sauvita Pair, who left us on January 25, 2026, at the age of 62. Born on February 9, 1963, in Roanoke, NC, Sauvita spent her life dedicated to her work and her passions. A valued member of the James L. Maher Center, she worked […]

David Leroy Addison March 20, 1954 – January 23, 2026 David Leroy Addison, age 71, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, at St. Anne’s Hospital in Fall River, MA, surrounded by the love of his family. Born and raised in Newport, Rhode Island he spent his life as a professional […]

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Madeleine M. Pencak, who departed this life on her 77th birthday, January 29, 2026. Born on January 29, 1949, in Fall River, Massachusetts, Madeleine gracefully touched the lives of all who knew her with her kindness, warmth, and dedication to others. Madeleine was a proud graduate of Bristol […]

Roberta Elaine Baccari-Davis, 61, of Newport, RI passed away on January 31, 2026 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. Roberta, lovingly known as Robbie, was born on July 10, 1964, at Newport Hospital to Elaine R. Elliott and Michael J. Baccari, Jr. She went to Ely High School in Pompano Beach, FL and graduated in 1982. She […]

William “Tad” Palmer (William Ledyard Palmer III) March 27, 1963 – January 25, 2026 Tad was born in San Rafael, California, and grew up in Newport Beach. From an early age, the water was central to his life. Tad began sailing at the age of ten in sabots, eventually moving on to Laser racing with […]

Eugene R. “Bob” Pattison Jr., 49 of Little Compton, RI, passed away on January 29th, 2026 at home surrounded by his family after a heroic battle with Stage 4 stomach cancer. He was the beloved husband of Rebecca M. Pattison, whose unwavering love and devoted care were a constant source of strength and comfort throughout […]

Boylston A. “Bo” Beal II, 90 years old of Middletown, RI passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Bo, as he was called, was born October 19,1935 in Cambridge, MA. He was a son of the late Reverend James Holland Beal and Georgette Appleton Binney Beal. He was a graduate of South Kent School […]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Mulhollen, a beloved partner, cherished son, brother, and friend, who departed this world on January 7, 2026, at the age of 41. Michael was born on January 24, 1984, in Newport, Rhode Island.Michael’s vibrant spirit and compassionate nature touched the lives of all […]

Kenneth K. Libby, age 83, of Port Orange, Florida, formally of Newport, RI passed away on January 23, 2026, in his words “from just getting old.” Ken was one of four children born to Mildred B. and Howard L. Libby. He attended the Newport Public School System, grades K through 12, graduating from Rogers High […]

Jane McCoy Reynolds Prétat, lovingly known as “Omi” by her grandchildren and many others whose lives she touched, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 99. Her life was marked by intellectual curiosity, independence, deep compassion, and an enduring devotion to family. Jane was born in Ogdensburg, NY and grew up in […]