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Nancy Meikle
Aug 18, 2025
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. In 1979 she received a M.Ed...
Joseph Monahan
Aug 16, 2025
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 New England, climbing the Grand Canyon...
Daryll Neal
Aug 27, 2025
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 was known for his laid-back...
Margaret Shea
Aug 25, 2025
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 family cottage.
A woman of deep faith,...
Kathleen Souza
Aug 24, 2025
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 daughter of the late Charles E....
James Reise
Aug 22, 2025
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 in 1950s Newport. During his...
Roger Slocum
Aug 22, 2025
Roger Slocum, age 87, and a resident of Aquidneck Island since 1976 died on August 22nd. He is survived by his wife Rosemary, their three children Joshua and his wife Neely, Tyson and his wife Tatiana and Jessica. He is survived by 5 grandchildren; Bryce, Quinn, Chellie, Catalina and Makar and his brother Louis in San Diego, California.
Roger retired...
Mark Pinto
Aug 21, 2025
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 Island on Peckham Avenue, living...
Margery Silvia
Aug 20, 2025
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 former Frasch's Bakery, where she...
Dennis Brown
Aug 19, 2025
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 a lifelong Newporter. He attended De...
Eulalia Curtis
Aug 19, 2025
Eulalia Ellen (Collins) Curtis, known to all as Eula, slipped from this world at 93, leaving behind a legacy of friendship, family, and faith that will ripple for generations.
Born the cherished only child of Mary (Kelly) and Glen Collins, Eula was raised in Newport, where she first learned the rhythm of the tides and the constancy of true friendship-bonds...
Darlene Faria
Aug 17, 2025
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 CNA and never lost her faith even when setbacks changed her life. She graduated from...
Rose Rivera
Aug 17, 2025
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 her father, a brave WWII...
Gerald Warren
Aug 16, 2025
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 graduate of Portsmouth High School.
Gerald...
Arthur Paiva
Aug 12, 2025
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 his three children, Marie Teresa...
Jane Wilbur
Aug 11, 2025
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 the lives of those who...
Beatrice Cabral
Aug 8, 2025
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 to the nurturing of children...
James Cottrell
Aug 6, 2025
James Henry Cottrell, born on August 24, 1949, in Fall River, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at his home in Tiverton, Rhode Island, on August 6, 2025. He was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and a respected member of his community. James, known affectionately to his loved ones as "Jim," dedicated his life to serving others as a firefighter...
Leonard Silvia
Aug 5, 2025
Leonard Silvia, 81, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Prudence Silvia.
Born in Fall River, MA on June 21, 1944, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Soares) Silvia. Leonard grew up in Portsmouth and graduated from Rogers High School in 1961. After graduation, Leonard joined...
Steven Hall
Aug 4, 2025
Steven R. Hall, 39, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on August 4, 2025 in Boston after a long illness. Born in Syracuse, NY on August 28, 1985, he gew up in Auburn, NY. As a military family, they moved a few times, and he spent several years in the Chicago area then moved to Newport, RI. Steven was a selfless...
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