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Claire Elizabeth Townsend
Jul 19, 2023
Claire Elizabeth Townsend, 91, of Newport RI, formerly of Winsted CT, passed away on July 19, 2023. She was the wife of the late Edward Richard Townsend. Claire was born on October 13, 1931, in Torrington CT to the late Alice Noonan (Hine) and Leslie Hine. She was extremely grateful to her daughter, Colleen Pilat (Townsend) who made it possible...
Michael J. Seaman
Jul 18, 2023
Michael J. Seaman, 61, of Newport, died on July 18, 2023. Born in Newport, he was the son of the late James and Matilda (Smith) Seaman. He was the brother of Helen Ames of Middletown, Henry Seaman (Catherine) of California, Jim Seaman (Beata) of Providence, Paul Seaman (Guia) of Pawtucket, Diane Seaman of Middletown, Frank Seaman (Christine) of Middletown, and...
Michael Andrew Yates
Jul 18, 2023
Michael Andrew Yates, 72, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on July 18, 2023. Born in Newport, RI on May 26, 1951, He was the son of George and Elsie (Tabb) Yates. Michael was a major part of the community, touching so many lives over his time on this earth. He wore lots of hats (literally, LOTS of hats), as an...
Beatrice E. "Bea" Monroe
Jul 17, 2023
Our dear mother Beatrice E. "Bea" (Marques) Monroe sadly passed away peacefully July 17, 2023 at the Newport Hospital She was very loved and will be sadly missed. She was the 11th child of the late John and Bertha (Chenette) Marques. She had many hard times as a child but never complained. Bea and her late husband Tom ran a...
Jean R. Mrozowski
Jul 16, 2023
Jean (Ianscoli) Mrozowski, formerly of Newport, RI, passed away peacefully at 96 years of age. Jean was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Dominec and Justine Ianscoli, the youngest of their 8 children. She often shared wonderful memories of her childhood which although not rich in material goods, was rich in love and family. These early lessons carried through...
Kiki Maris
Jul 15, 2023
Kyriaki "Kiki" Maris, born in Mytilene, Greece, passed away on July 15th, 2023, at the age of 89, in North Kingstown RI. Kiki was born on May 20, 1934, to John and Irene Regas. Kiki grew up with her loving sisters, Virginia and Maria and her loving brother Peter. The daughter of a fisherman, one of Kiki's favorite things was...
Richard L. Dagrosa, Cdr U.S.N. Ret.
Jul 14, 2023
Newport, RI, Richard (Rich) L. Dagrosa, U.S. Navy CDR, Retired, departed this life surrounded by love on July 14, 2023, at Newport Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Karen B. (Wilga) Dagrosa. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Louis T. Dagrosa and Dorothy (Black) Dagrosa. In addition to his wife, Rich leaves his children,...
Christopher J. Wood
Jul 14, 2023
Christopher J. Wood, a lifetime resident of Tiverton, RI, passed away in his home on July 14, 2023, with his wife by his side. He was 57 years old. Born in Fall River, MA, Chris was the son of the late Grant W. Wood and Patricia A. Coffey. Chris leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. He is...
John M. Heffron
Jul 13, 2023
John M. Heffron, 85, died Thursday, July 13, 2023, in Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Newport. He was the husband of Ellen (Walsh) Heffron. Born in Scranton, PA, John was the son of the late John and Dorothy (Kane) Heffron. After graduating from Penn State, he attended Officers Candidate School. He then served in the Navy as a Lieutenant JG...
Edna Mae Wells
Jul 13, 2023
Edna M. Wells, 87, of Newport, Rhode Island transitioned into the arms of our Lord and Savior on July 13, 2023. She was formerly married to the late Billy Wells, and the late John C. Nelson, Sr. who was her best friend and the father of her seven children. Born in Newport, Rhode Island on October 16, 1935, she was...
Gail H. Johnston
Jul 13, 2023
Gail H. Johnston, 89, of Portsmouth RI, and formerly of Weston, MA, and Annisquam, MA, passed away on July 13, 2023. She was the wife of the late George L. Johnston. Born in Boston, MA, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Charlotte (Batchelder) Hubbard. Gail graduated from Walnut Hill School in Natick, MA, where she met lifelong...
Ryan Patrick Mcdonough
Jul 12, 2023
Ryan Patrick McDonough, 40, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died unexpectedly on July 12, 2023. Born in Newport, RI on July 16, 1982, he was the son of Joanne (Burgess) McDonough and the late Patrick "Mac" McDonough. Ryan was a 2000 graduate of Middletown High School and continued his education at URI, graduating with a Masters in Computer Science. During his...
Anne M. Lewis
Jul 11, 2023
Mrs. Anne M. Lewis, 92, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday July 11, 2023; she passed away peacefully at home. Anne Lewis was born on October 24, 1930, in Warwick, RI to Giovanni (John) and Luisa (DiCarlo) Padula. Anne was the wife of the late Ralph T. Lewis, Jr. and is survived by...
Julian Francis Peckham Iii
Jul 9, 2023
Julian Francis Peckham III (Jay), 67, of Middletown, RI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 9, 2023. He was born on October 4, 1955, in Newport, RI., and was predeceased by his parents, Julian F. Peckham, Jr. (Dede) and Jean Macdonald Peckham. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Robin Garforth Peckham, and their daughter, Heather E....
Irene A. Johnson
Jul 8, 2023
Irene A. (Flynn) Johnson Portsmouth, RI -Irene A. (Flynn) Johnson, 92, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on July 8, 2023. She was the wife of Raymond J. Johnson, her loving and devoted husband. Born in Brookline, MA on January 9, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Delia (Duggan) Flynn, who both emigrated from Galway, Ireland. Irene...
Walter F Castle
Jul 5, 2023
Walter F. Castle Sr. Wakefield -Walter F. Castle, 89, of Wakefield, passed away on July 5, 2023. He was the husband to the late Lillian E. (Friars) Castle for 58 years. His beloved wife passed in 2013. He was Born in Mounds, Illinois on March 28, 1934, He was the son of the late David Payne and Sarah Emily (Walker)...
Joyce Ethier
Jul 4, 2023
Joyce S. Ethier Wakefield, RI -Joyce Susan Ethier, 60, of Wakefield, Rhode Island, died peacefully at home on July 4, 2023, with her family by her side. She was the wife of James Ethier, they were married for 33 years. Born in Fall River, MA, on November 14, 1962, she was the daughter of Evelyn (L'Heureux) Ibbotson and the late...
Edward E. Angel
Jul 4, 2023
Edward E. Angel, 81, of Portsmouth died on July 4, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Joan M. (Sullivan) Angel. Born on August 14, 1941 in Newport RI, he was the son of the late Elbert S. and Mary (Chilcott) Angel. Ed served in the United States National Guard for 6 months active...
Scott K. Wagner
Jul 4, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Scott K Wagner, announces his passing on July 4, 2023, after a brave fight against Lymphoma. Born in Elmira, NY, Scott was the son of the late Harry & Kate Wagner as well as the brother to Frankie, Harry Jr., Fred, and Sandy. Scott was also predeceased by his one and...
John Francis Koole
Jul 3, 2023
John Francis Koole passed away on July 3, 2023 in the Newport Hospital. Born in Jersey City, NJ, he was the son of the late Franz and Dorothy (Giard) Koole. John served in the U.S. Army from 1972 - 1974. He was a commercial fisherman for 35 years around the waters off Newport, RI. John is survived by his son...
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