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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 always just...
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...
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,...
Philip Rondina
May 7, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the final bell rang for Philip J. Rondina, Sr., a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, after a long illness on May 7, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on November 23, 1942, in Newport, Rhode Island, Philip was a proud member of the community, residing in Middletown, Rhode Island, where...
Tia Hebert
May 7, 2025
Tia Marie Hebert, age 64, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away unexpectedly on May 7, 2025. Born on May 15, 1960, in Newport, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of Joseph and Josephine (Moniz) Farias.
Tia was a cherished resident of her community, known for her warmth and kindness. She dedicated herself to her...
Antonio Arruda
May 6, 2025
Antonio Sousa Arruda
Medford, MA -Antonio Sousa Arruda, 91, of Medford, Massachusetts, died on May 6, 2025. He was the husband of Zenalia (Cabral) Arruda.
Born in Bretanha, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal on February 20, 1934, he was the son of Jose and Maria (Amaral) Arruda.
Antonio was born in São Miguel, Azores, but he spent most of his life in Santa Maria,...
Rita Smith
May 6, 2025
Rita Margaret Smith, 104, of 44 Dudley Ave., Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on May 6, 2025, in the Grand Islander Nursing Center. She was the wife of the late Walter W. Smith.
Born in Fall River, MA, she was the daughter of the late John and Florence (Roe) May.
She resided in Newport for over 60 years.
Rita is survived by her...
Linda Shoe
May 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Mae Shoe, born on January 2, 1943, in Newport, RI. She left us peacefully on May 6, 2025, at the age of 82. Linda lived her life with warmth and kindness, and she will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Linda dedicated 40 years of her life...
Constance Briosi
May 5, 2025
It is with heartfelt remembrance that we celebrate the life of Constance B. Briosi, who departed from this world on May 5, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on July 7, 1934, in Fall River, Massachusetts, she brought joy and warmth to everyone who knew her.
Constance was a proud graduate of Durfee High School, after which she dedicated her...
Donna Pimental-Levesque
May 4, 2025
Donna Marie Pimental-Levesque
Tiverton, RI -Donna Marie Pimental-Levesque, 77, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, died on May 4, 2025. She was the wife of Richard Levesque. Born in Fall River, MA on September 30, 1947, she was the daughter of Francis and Mary (Fidalgo) Pimental. Donna graduated from Sacred Hearts Academy, Fall River, MA. Donna will be remembered for her kindness,...
Ernest "Bud" W. Ritchie III
May 3, 2025
Ernest W. Ritchie III passed away on 5/3/2025 from leukemia.
Ernest W. Ritchie III, better known as "Bud" was born in Newport RI to Mary (Gallagher) and Ernest W. Ritchie II better known as "Duke".
Bud was a man of tremendous character and he was not scared to sacrifice for a belief or moral. Bud had many professional roles including teacher, quahogger,...
Elise “Woody” Irving Tucker
May 3, 2025
Elise Ellwood "Woody" Irving Tucker, 84, of Cambridge, MA, Fairfield, CT and Sewickley, PA, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, in the Village House Nursing Home, Newport, RI.
Born in Boston, MA, Woody was the daughter of the late Frederick C. Irving Jr. and Elise (Keeney) Irving and graduated from Dana Hall School and Connecticut College. Woody also received a...
Patricia Terlisner
May 3, 2025
Patricia A. Terlisner, lovingly known as "Pat," (or "Mom-Mom", or "Mrs. T") 92, of Middletown, RI, passed away peacefully at home on May 3, 2025. She was the devoted wife of the late Richard L. Terlisner.
Born in Fall River, MA, on February 9, 1933, Pat was the daughter of the late Manuel and Ermalinda (Oliveira) Camara. After graduating from Durfee...
Thomas Edward Poole
May 3, 2025
Thomas Edward Poole, 85 years of age, left this world for a heavenly destination on May 3, 2025. He was a resident of Nemasket Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Middleboro, MA since January of 2025.
Thomas was born in Fall River, MA to the late Clifford and Mabel Poole. After graduating from Durfee High School he served in the U.S. Air...
Captain Richard Anthony Peters USN (Ret)
May 3, 2025
Captain Richard Anthony Peters USN (Ret) "Pete," call sign Toro, passed away 3 May 2025. He was born 12 May 1933 in Reynoldsville, NY. At twelve he fell in love with flying after exploring a B-26 Maruader returning from WWII. He attended the University of Rochester on a NROTC scholarship, captaining the swim team his senior year. He was commissioned...
Diane Conner
May 2, 2025
Diane Louise Conner, 75, of Middletown, RI, passed away on May 2, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital after a brief illness. She was born on Aug. 19, 1949, in San Antonio, TX to the late Eileen Shreenan Geyer and Louis Geyer.
Diane was married to Michael Conner, who predeceased her after 29 years of marriage. She is survived by her beloved...
Ralph W. Palma, Jr
May 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ralph W. Palma, Jr., a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. Ralph passed away on May 1, 2025, at the age of 86. He loved his family, Bristol, Italian food, ice cream (chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry - in that order), classic cars, 50s music, games of chance, and of...
Christine Johnston
Apr 30, 2025
Christine A. Johnston, 72, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on April 30, 2025 after a long illness. She was the wife of Martin Johnston for 47 years.
Born in Newport, RI on October 26, 1952, She was the daughter of the late Eugene and Constance (Page) Jolie. Christine was a lifelong Newporter, and proud of it! She remained good friends with...
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