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Lucille Marie Moreau Petrucci
Sep 29, 2024
Lucille Marie Moreau Petrucci, 90, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 26 years, Rudolph “Rudy” Petrucci.
Born on September 20, 1934, in Providence, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Cecile (Chartier) Moreau and Eugene Joseph Moreau.
Lucille graduated from Saint John’s Academy in Pawtucket, RI. She also graduated...
Eleanor Marie (Camara) Borges
Oct 14, 2024
Eleanor Marie (Camara) Borges passed away peacefully at her home in Portsmouth on Monday, October 14, 2024. She was surrounded by her adoring daughters, Michelle Mahoney of Virginia Beach, VA, Stephanie Federico of Portsmouth, Candice Miller of Maryville, TN, and Elinor Borges of Loxahatchee, FL. Eleanor was predeceased by her loving husband of 53 years, Alfred "Fred" L. Borges, Jr....
Joan L. (Wynne-Cox) Karoli
Oct 14, 2024
Joan L. (Wynne-Cox) Karoli, 88, of Middletown, RI, passed away peacefully with her family and caregivers by her side, on October 14, 2024 at the Village House Nursing Home in Newport.
Joan was born on December 31, 1935, in Providence, RI. She was the daughter of the late Thomas Wynne and Jeanette (Johnson) Cox, step-daughter of the late Robert Cox, and...
John Lloyd Sunderland
Oct 13, 2024
John Lloyd Sunderland, 94, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on October 13, 2024. He was born on September 3, 1930, in Newport, RI. John had an exuberant enjoyment of life and a wry sense of humor.
John is survived by his wife Lucy with whom he shared 69 years of marriage. and his seven...
Daniel Windley
Oct 11, 2024
Daniel C. Windley, Jr. 78, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on October 11, 2024. Born in El Cajon, CA on February 3, 1946, He was the son of Daniel and Alice (Sands) Windley.
Growing up in Newport, Daniel enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and exploring the coastline. He began his working career in landscaping, but soon completed his studies and enjoyed a...
William Willis
Oct 10, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we celebrate the life of William H.V. "Pops" Willis III. Born on March 31, 1947, in Burlington, NJ, to William H.V. Willis Jr and Lillian (Faggella) Willis, Pops passed away on October 10, 2024, at his home in Middletown. He was a devoted husband, a proud father, and a beloved grandfather...
Mary Greeley
Oct 10, 2024
Mary Louise (Ide) Greeley, PhD, 80, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away at Newport Hospital on October 10, 2024.
Mary Louise was born in North Dighton, Massachusetts to the late Warren Monroe Ide and Mary Elizabeth Barry, both of Taunton. She was the wife of the late John J. Greeley Sr, S.T.D.
After Mary Louise graduated from South Lancaster Academy, she received...
Kevin Powers
Oct 9, 2024
Kevin Joseph Powers, 69, of Peacedale, Rhode Island, died on October 9, 2024. He was the husband of the late Irene (Pizzuto) Powers. Born in Roxbury, MA on November 7, 1954, He was the son of the late James and Loretta (Steward) Powers.
Kevin grew up in Stoughton, MA and excelled as an athlete in high school, playing both hockey and...
George Lord
Oct 7, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of George Hammond Lord, a cherished husband, brother, and friend. Born on September 13, 1938, in Brockton, MA, George Lord passed away on October 7, 2024, in Newport.
George found his passion for sailing at the age of seven, a hobby he pursued fervently throughout his life. His love for the...
Judy Merriwether
Oct 5, 2024
Judy Merriwether, 65, passed away October 5, 2024, peacefully at home. Judy was born August 28, 1959, in San Diego, CA. Judy lived in Newport for 53 years. Judy was outgoing, having never met a stranger, speaking to everyone she came across. As a result, she was known throughout Newport, you could even call her "The Mayor", as she would...
Carla Rae Lathan
Oct 5, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Carla Rae Lathan on October 5, 2024. She was 87 years old.
Carla was born on September 10, 1937, in Attleboro, MA, and was the daughter of the late Carl W. and Lisle Jordon. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Carla is survived by her daughters, Kimberley Dunn...
Clara Louise Cotta
Oct 5, 2024
Clara Louise (Booker) Cotta, 92, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on October 5, 2024.
She was the wife of William J. Cotta Sr for over 46 years, and the former wife of the late Paul White.
Born in Hermon, ME, on June 25, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Orin...
Philip M. Young, Sr.
Oct 3, 2024
Philip M. Young, Sr., 85, of New Bedford, MA, formerly of Middletown, RI, transitioned into heaven peacefully in his sleep at the Care One Nursing Home in New Bedford, MA, on October 3, 2024, and is now present with his Lord and Savior and has received his glorified body.
He was the devoted husband of the late Frances M. (Morris) Young...
Judith Wojcik
Oct 2, 2024
It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Judith A Wojcik (Judy) from complications with pneumonia.
Born in Connecticut, the daughter of the late Ronald R Wojcik and the late Mary Joy Borsay (Wojcik) Step-Daughter to the late O. F. ‘Slim’ Borsay
Born with Cerebral Palsy, Judy led a happy go lucky life amongst her extended group home family...
Michael Bell
Oct 2, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Thomas Bell, 78, of Bristol, Rhode Island on October 2, 2024.
Born in Charleston, South Carolina on August 31, 1946. He was the eldest of seven children of the late Algie and Mary (Hoey) Bell. He was often referred to as #1 in the family.
Mike graduated...
Hilda Camacho
Oct 2, 2024
Hilda M. (Santiago) Camacho, 82, of Portsmouth died on Wednesday October 2, 2024, at home with her family by her side.
She was the wife of the late Jose E. Valdivieso, and the late Domingo Camacho
Born on October 3, 1941, in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Aurielo and Gloria (Colon) Santiago.
Mrs. Camacho previously worked for the...
Claire Arrico
Oct 1, 2024
Claire A. Arrico, 73, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away with her family by her side on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. She was the wife of Stephen J. Arrico.
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Thelma (Deshaies) Alba Jr.
Claire was a clinical medical assistant at the Bristol Medical Center, and at Urology Associates in Newport.
She was...
Taylor Flynn
Sep 30, 2024
Today, we celebrate the vibrant life of Taylor Madison Flynn, an outstanding artist who graced this world with her creative spirit. Born on April 27, 1994, in Fall River, Ma., Taylor's journey came to a close on September 30, 2024, at her home in Tiverton, RI. With a passion for art, Halloween, horror movies, tattoos, and all things macabre, Taylor...
Elizabeth Trainor
Sep 29, 2024
Obituary for Elizabeth Atlee Trainor
Elizabeth Atlee Trainor, born on July 9, 1935, passed away peacefully as a resident of Neptune Beach, Florida. Formerly of Middletown, Rhode Island, Elizabeth was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Elizabeth was predeceased by her devoted husband, Robert W. Trainor, with whom she shared 51 wonderful years of marriage, and by her daughter, Susan...
Ann Vickers
Sep 29, 2024
Ann Vickers, 84, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 29, 2024.
She was the wife of CDR Robert I. Vickers, USN (RET) who have been residents of Portsmouth since 1978.
Ann was born in Brooklyn, NY, and was the daughter to the late Dr. Richard Lutz DDS and Grace (Murphy) Lutz of Stanford, CT. She was the...
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