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Manuel Garcia Moitoza IV

Oct 27, 2024

Middletown, RI -

Manuel Garcia Moitoza IV, 64, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on October 27, 2024. Born in Newport, RI on June 2, 1960, he was the son of Manuel and Annemarie (Wehren) Moitoza.

Manny was a Jack of all trades, but cars were his passion. He worked at Kent's Alignment and also B&C Auto for many years until his health...

Kenneth Eggeman

Nov 3, 2024

Kenneth Chase Eggeman, 74, of Middletown, RI, passed away at home surrounded lovingly by his children and grandchildren on Sunday, November 3, 2024.

Born in Honolulu, HI, he was the son of the late Robert and Barbara (Underwood) Eggeman.

Kenneth was drafted into the armed services directly out of high school and voluntarily transferred to the Marine Corps to serve in the...

Joan Marks

Nov 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joan Marks, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished member of the Middletown community. Joan peacefully passed away on November 3, 2024, at the age of 91, in Newport Hospital.

She was the wife of the late Raymond Marks for 56 years.

Born on July 4, 1933, in Newport, RI,...

Ann Louise Garvey-Morgan

Nov 1, 2024

Ann Louise Garvey-Morgan, 84 of Portsmouth passed away at home, surrounded by those who love her. Born on June 13, 1940 in Tiverton, RI., she was the daughter of the late Callanan P. Garvey and Theresa E. (Kitchen) Garvey.

She is survived by her sister, Teresa Garvey-Downes, her niece, Elizabeth Grimes (Michael), great-nephew, Alexander O. Grimes (Ally), great niece, Sarah C....

Nathan Kivlehan

Nov 1, 2024

Nathan Anthony Kivlehan, 32, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away on November 1, 2024 after a short but hard fought battle with cancer. Nate was born in Newport, Rhode Island on November 8, 1991 and was the son of the late Anthony and Rose (Pereira) Kivlehan.

Known for his clever and quick witted sense of humor, Nate will be fondly remembered...

Marilyn Hostetler

Oct 30, 2024

Marilyn Claire Sullivan Hostetler of Portsmouth, Rhode Island passed away on October 30 after a brief illness, surrounded by family. She was 69 years old. She was the beloved wife of her high school sweetheart, Dean Hostetler, and the cherished mother of Courtney Hostetler, Devon Hostetler, and Caitlin Kahle.

Marilyn was born in Newport, Rhode Island, to the late Robert and...

Mary Roderick

Oct 30, 2024

Mary Agnes Roderick, 83, of Newport, RI, died on October 30, 2024. Born in Newport, RI on July 22, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Albertina (Furtado) Shaffell. A lifelong Newporter, Mary attended St. Catherine's Academy and spent many years working at the former Newberry's Store at the lunch counter. She later worked in the hospitality...

Thomas Gill

Oct 29, 2024

Thomas Patrick Gill, 82, of Sun City Center, FL, passed away at home on October 29 after a short illness.

Tom was born and raised in Pawtucket, RI to Matthew and Theresa Mae Gill. He graduated from Tolman High School and attended Bryant College. A natural athlete, he ran cross country and excelled at baseball. He was introduced to golf...

Thomas J. Blisko

Oct 28, 2024

Thomas John Blisko, 79, of Tiverton, RI, passed away at home on October 28, 2024.

Thomas was born in Newport, RI, to the late Thomas G. and Elizabeth H. (Schenkel) Blisko. He grew up on the Aquidneck Island area.

Thomas honorably served in the U.S. Army. His time in the service brought him around the world; he had...

Robert Peideia

Oct 24, 2024

Robert A. Peideia, 77, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 24, 2024, after a long courageous battle against cancer.

Bob was born on December 27, 1946, to Manuel and Mary (Lima) Peideia in Fall River, MA. After Bob graduated from Middletown High School in 1965, he went on to study Engineering at URI, UMass Dartmouth...

Nancy Levin Sack

Oct 23, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Nancy Sack, née Levin, announce her passing on October 23, 2024. Nancy resided for many years with her late husband, James W. Sack, and her family in Marblehead, MA. More recently, she lived in Lexington, MA, Tucson, AZ, and most recently, in Portsmouth, RI.

Born on September 11, 1924, to Bernard and...

Michael Croce

Oct 20, 2024

Michael John Croce 65 of Newport RI passed away peacefully on October 20, 2024. He was the beloved son of the late Eleanor & Arthur Dumond of Middletown RI. He leaves behind his beloved brothers and their families.

He leaves behind his brother William Croce and his wife Tina Croce of Newport RI, Marc Croce and his wife Sharon Croce of...

Patrick F. Legein

Oct 19, 2024

Patrick F. Legein, 57, of Middletown, RI, a beloved father, son, brother, and respected consultant in the municipal industry, passed away in Newport Hospital on October 19, 2024.

Born in Springfield, MA, he was the son of Kathleen R. (Covel) Legein and the late James F. Legein.

Patrick pursued his education diligently, obtaining a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Rhode Island...

Francelina Mello

Oct 17, 2024

Francelina (Roderiques) Mello, 88 of Middletown, RI, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024.

Born in Middletown, RI on April 19, 1936, she was the daughter of the late August and Francelina (Viera-Demello) Roderiques.

Francelina was the beloved wife of John F. Mello for 66 years. She is survived by her children Robin Gorgizian, John M. Mello and JoAnn Houle,...

Carl Allen Lokey

Oct 16, 2024

Carl Allen Lokey, 56, passed away on October 16, 2024. Born on May 25, 1968, Carl was a graduate of Middletown High School and a talented mechanic, working at various garages around Newport and Bristol. He found joy in simple things: watching the New York Giants, spending time with his dogs, Dozer and June, riding his motorcycle on beautiful days,...

Sarah Young

Oct 15, 2024

Sarah A Young

Middletown, RI -Sarah A Young, 75, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on October 15, 2024.

Born in Roslyn, NY on November 1, 1948, She was the daughter of John and Lucille (Caton) young.

Sarah graduated from Syracuse University in 1970, and completed her Master's Program at NYU in 1974.

Sarah's career was varied and ranged from being a therapist at Crotched...

Eleanor Marie (Camara) Borges

Oct 14, 2024

Eleanor Marie 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. Together...

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...