Memorial Funeral Homes Obituaries

Donald F. Shea

May 30, 2025

Donald F. Shea, 89, of Tiverton, RI, formerly of Brockton, MA, passed away on May 30, 2025, in the Catholic Memorial Nursing Center in Fall River. He was the husband of Marjorie F. (Medeiros) Shea, and of the late Pauline (Decelle) Shea.

Born in Dorchester, MA, and raised in Quincy, he was the son of the late James and Florence (Reynolds)...

Eleanor S. Lowe

May 29, 2025

Eleanor S. Lowe, 90, of Bristol, Rhode Island, passed away on May 29, 2025, with her family by her side in the Grand Islander Nursing Center. She was the wife of the late Orin H. Lowe for 67 years.

Born and raised in Nashville, TN, she was the daughter of the late Jesse and Ruth (Snider) Scruggs.

Eleanor spent her early years...

Edalene Menzi

May 28, 2025

Edalene Joanne Menzi, wife of Jan Menzi, passed away at the John Clarke Senior Living Center on May 28, 2025. She was born in Fall River to the late James and Rita Moffitt Lindquist, on July 11, 1940. She was preceded in death by her son Edward (Teddy) Menzi, her twin brother, Edward Lindquist, sisters, Jean Rockett and Karin Cappiello,...

Godofredo P. "Fred" Pico

May 28, 2025

 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Godofredo "Fred/Freddy" Pico, a beloved husband, father, and friend, who left this world on May 28, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on July 7, 1937, in Asignan, Pangasinan, Philippines, Fred was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, decorated for his service in Vietnam, and dedicating his...

Ellen Seigler

May 27, 2025

Ellen Seigler, a vibrant soul who lived life to the fullest, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on November 11, 1938, in Newport, Rhode Island, she was the beloved daughter of Ralph and Margaret (Ward) O'Neil. Ellen spent many joyful years in Houston, Texas, where she formed cherished bonds with her "Houston Family,"...

Robert Morton

May 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Simon Morton, Jr. on May 26, 2025, at the age of 88. Robert, known to all as Bob, was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, and a true gem in the Newport community-having moved to this picturesque island in 1993, where he found joy and contentment in...

Dino Christy

May 25, 2025

Dino Christy passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 86 years old. Dino leaves behind his wife Helen and children Jennifer and Billy, along with his wife Heidi and their daughters, Chloe and Lila. He is additionally survived by his remaining siblings Demetra and Matthew.

Dino was born on December 27, 1938, in Skoura,...

Gerald Powers

May 24, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Gerald Powers on May 24, 2025. He was 83 years old. He was the son of the late Thomas and Rose (Walsh) Powers.

Known as Jerry to friends and family, he was born on August 20, 1941. He was raised and spent his entire life in Portsmouth, most notably...

Ronald Murdock

May 24, 2025

Ronald (Ron) Murdock, who made his home in Portsmouth, RI, died on May 24, 2025, from complications due to Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma. He was 65. Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Ron's youth and early adult years were spent in a variety of settings before settling in Burlington, VT, in his teen years.

A graduate of the University of Vermont, Ron was...

Patricia Murphy

May 22, 2025

**Obituary for Patricia H. Murphy**

Patricia H. Murphy, a beloved resident of Royal Middletown, previously Forest Farm community, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on March 16, 1928, in Cranston, Rhode Island. Patricia was the daughter of the late Timothy and Gertrude (Notine) Murphy. She is preceded in her passing by her brothers; Edward,...

Martin Lynch

May 22, 2025

Martin Paul Lynch, 94, died in the arms of his loving wife on Thursday, May 22nd, 2025, at the John Clarke Retirement Center, Middletown, RI.

He was born May 28th, 1930, in Framingham, Massachusetts, one of seven boisterous Lynch siblings. He served in the US. Navy from 1950-53, was a veteran of the Korean War, and was stationed in...

Karen Spohn

May 19, 2025

Karen Cotta Spohn, age 61, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on May 19, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on August 14, 1963 in Newport, RI to Dave and Sandra Cotta. Karen was a devoted and loving wife, daughter, mother, Nana, sister, auntie, godmother, sister in law, cousin, niece and friend.

Karen...

Captain Dale L. Paquette, USNR

May 18, 2025

Captain Dale L. Paquette, USNR (Ret.), of Portsmouth, RI, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025 at the age of 79. Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, on October 14, 1945, to Leonard O. Paquette and Bertha M. Paquette (née Senay), Dale led a life defined by service, curiosity, creativity, and deep devotion to his family.

A career naval officer, Dale began...

Richard Funk

May 18, 2025

Richard Funk, 77, of Newport, RI, passed away in the Heatherwood Nursing Home on May 18, 2025.

Born in Topeka, Kansas, Richard was the son of the late Richard and Shirley (Anderson) Funk.

Richard showed a talent for music at a young age. He attended the Princeton Boychoir School during his junior high years before returning to Topeka for high school. Richard...

Bruce McCarter

May 14, 2025

JAMESTOWN - Bruce McCarter, 81, of Jamestown, Rhode Island, died peacefully on May 14, 2025, surrounded by family. He was the son of the late Edward and Cynthia (Cooper) McCarter. He was born in Providence, Rhode Island and was a longtime resident of Newport, Rhode Island. He was a graduate of Cranston West High School and joined the Navy in...

Doris F. Byrne

May 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doris F. Byrne on May 14, 2025, at the age of 91, a loving and cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, auntie, cousin and friend. She was the wife of the late John P. Byrne.

Born in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of the late James and Helen (Killilea) Kennedy. She...

Anthony Agostinelli

May 13, 2025

With hearts full of love, pride and gratitude, we remember our beloved father, Anthony J. Agostinelli of Portsmouth, Rhode Island-an extraordinary man whose curiosity, creativity, and compassion touched so many lives.

Tony wore many hats throughout his long and inspiring life-author, jazz historian, musician, professor, public servant, television producer, social worker, and Air Force veteran-but to us, he was...

Richard Kissell

May 11, 2025

With sadness and gratitude, we share the passing of Richard Kissell on May 11, 2025, at age 82. Born February 20, 1943, in Bayonne, New Jersey, Richard was a man who led with laughter and kindness.

He loved deeply and expressed it in quiet, joyful ways-his face lit up whenever he saw his devoted wife, Noreen; he filled...

Richard Boyd

May 10, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard "Rick" Joseph Boyd, who left us too soon on May 10, 2025, at the age of 44. Born on August 1, 1980, in Athens, TN, he was the compass of love and joy for his family and friends.

Rick was a devoted son to Kelly and Stan Boyd; and...

Kathryn Borges

May 8, 2025

Kathryn Frances Borges, 93, of Middletown, Rhode Island, left us peacefully on May 8 surrounded by her family. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, Kathryn, or "Kay," will always be remembered for her kindness and love of family.

Born on October 1, 1931 in Newport, Kay grew up the daughter of Richard and Eleanor Sullivan and sister to Richard,...