Memorial Funeral Homes Obituaries

Arthur Frazzano, MD

Jun 2, 2025

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Dr. Arthur Andrew Frazzano - a devoted physician, esteemed educator, and beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend - who left this world on June 2, 2025.

Born in Montclair, New Jersey, on October 24, 1949, Arthur was the eldest child of Arthur Rocco Frazzano and Gilda Rose (Politi) Frazzano. His academic journey...

June Carol (Davis) (Mullen) Rayno

May 31, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and fond memories that we announce the passing of June Carol (Davis) (Mullen) Rayno, in the comfort of the Hope Health Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence, on May 31, 2025, at the age of 80.

June is survived and will be greatly missed by her husband, Eugene Rayno, of almost 26 years.

Born in Fall River, MA,...

Peter Flynn

May 31, 2025

Newport, RI: Peter C. Flynn of 11 Kay Blvd, died of natural causes at his home on May 31, 2025 at age 73. He had been suffering from diabetes for decades and Parkinson's disease in recent years. There will be a private funeral in Newport.

Peter was born in Stamford, CT on May 28, 1952. He spent the first sixteen years...

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)...

Patricia Arlene Smith

May 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Nana and Sister, Patricia Arlene Smith. She took her last breath at the age of 88 in the comfort of her own home where she loved to be, and was surrounded by her family and loved ones. Thursday, May 29, 2025 is the day Jesus chose...

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, of Portsmouth, RI, 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...

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...