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Christa M. Mortrude
Jul 31, 2023
MIDDLETOWN - Christa M. (Alexander) Mortrude, 86, of 600 Valley Road, Middletown, RI, died Monday, July 31, 2023 at John Clark Retirement Center, Middletown, RI. Born in Newport, RI, on September 6, 1936, she was the daughter of the late James and Esther (Adamson) Alexander. Mrs. Mortrude graduated from Rogers High School in Newport, RI in 1954. Christa also obtained...
F. Lynn Bailey
Jul 29, 2023
F. Lynn Bailey, 84, of Bath, NH, formerly of Portsmouth, RI, died on July 29, 2023. She was the wife of the late Madison A. Bailey Jr. for 63 years. Services for Mrs. Bailey will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to a charity of your choice.
Kathryn Louise Williams
Jul 29, 2023
Kathryn Louise Williams has spread her angelic wings on July 29th, 2023 at age 71. She passed peacefully in Pomona Valley Hospital after losing her hard-fought battle with MS. Kay was living in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Born on Oct 5th, 1951, she was the second of 6 sisters and 1 brother. William W Williams Sr and Frances M Lopes, residing...
Michael J. Baccari, Jr.
Jul 27, 2023
Michael J. Baccari, Jr., 83, of Middletown, RI, formerly of Newport, passed away on July 27, 2023. Born in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late Michael J. and Mary (Sullivan) Baccari. Michael attended St. Joseph's Grammar School and graduated from De La Salle Academy class of 1957. He retired from Sears Roebuck & Co. after 28 years....
John Nestel, Jr.
Jul 27, 2023
John Nestel, Jr., 56, father to his beloved daughter, Abigail Nestel, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 27, 2023, as a result of a tragic kayaking accident. John (Johnny) was born on March 17, 1967, in New York City, to parents John Nestel and Joan (Steinhardt) Nestel. John spent his elementary and middle school years on Long Island and in...
Susan Ann Nunes
Jul 26, 2023
Susan Ann Nunes New London, CT -Susan Ann Nunes, 75, of New London, Connecticut, passed away on July 26, 2023. Born in Newport, RI on October 22, 1947, She was the daughter of Frank (Larry) and Mary (Medeiros) Nunes. From an early age Sue was an avid reader enjoying many subject areas. She could always be found with a book...
Philip Ardito
Jul 25, 2023
Philip Ardito, 74, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on July 25, 2023. He was the husband of Nancy (Jurista) Ardito. Born in Newport, RI on April 2, 1949, He was the son of Robert and Theta (Goodman) Ardito. Phil grew up in Newport, graduating from Rogers High School and then Roger Williams University. He worked in construction management his entire...
Marie Zeigler
Jul 24, 2023
Marie Zeigler, age 98, a long-time resident of Newport, RI passed away peacefully in New London, CT on July 24, 2023, surrounded by family. Prior to her passing, she was the matriarch of 5 generations. Marie was predeceased by her former husband, Charlie Zeigler Sr; sons, Charlie Zeigler Jr., and Alphonso Zeigler. She is survived by her oldest son, Tom...
Mary L. Bellagamba
Jul 19, 2023
Mary (Lozito) Bellagamba, 93, of Middletown, passed away peacefully in the home she cherished on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of the late Louis A. Bellagamba for nearly 60 years. Born in Newport, RI, she was the daughter of the late Concetta (Fioretti) and Concetto Lozito. Mary was raised in Newport,...
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...
Col. Richard L. Brinegar, Usmc, (Ret)
Jul 19, 2023
Richard 'Dick' Lane Brinegar, age 88, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2023 surrounded by his devoted wife and children. He is survived by his wife 0f 65 years, Patricia, sons, Richard in Richmond, VA; Gregg in Simsbury, CT: Thomas in Campobello, SC; their wives Jenny, Daniela, Cathy, and daughter, Jeannine Mills in Keene, NH; grandchildren Patrick and Garrett Brinegar,...
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...
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...
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...
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