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Cornelia Albertus
Oct 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cornelia E. Albertus, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend. Cornelia, known affectionately as "Connie," was born on June 10, 1927, in Arlington, Iowa, and left us peacefully on October 24, 2025, at the age of 98. She lived a rich and fulfilling life, spending her later years...
Elizabeth Munro
Oct 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Ann Munro, who left us on October 29, 2025, at the age of 71. Elizabeth dedicated her life to serving others as a Case Manager for the Public Defenders Office for 25 years, becoming a steadfast advocate and voice for her clients.
The daughter of Gilbert and...
Marilyn Seliga
Oct 13, 2025
Marilyn F. Seliga, 64, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on October 13, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Newport on November 9, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Larry Wall, a U.S. Naval veteran, and Pauline (Sylvester) Wall. Marilyn grew up in Newport and worked for many years as a nurse's aide and housekeeper at...
Doris Garside
Oct 31, 2025
Doris Blanche Garside, 89, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on 10/31/2025. She was the wife of the late Martin F. Garside, Jr..
Born in Fall River, MA on March 20, 1936, She was the daughter of Herve Plourde and Beatrice (Daigle) Plourde/Bellavance.
Doris grew up in Fall River and worked for 28 years at the Reflek Corp, until her retirement...
Florence Archambault
Nov 3, 2025
Florence Archambault, 95, of Middletown, RI, died on November 3, 2025. She was the wife of the late Thomas B. Archambault. Born in Everett, MA, on May 7, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Florence (Gouthro) Wilderman. She was a graduate of Everett High School, and as a youth, she was a member of the Rainbow...
Myiesha Saunders
Oct 30, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Myiesha Saunders, who passed away on October 30, 2025. Born on January 26, 1977 in Newport, Myiesha was a bright light to all who knew her, embracing life with warmth and kindness.
Myiesha loved spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandkids. She also loved being a...
Margaret Ward
Oct 29, 2025
Margaret Beatrice Ward, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025, at the age of 88. She was the wife of the late John Daniel Ward Jr for 44 years. She was born on August 22, 1937, in Newport, RI, to the late Henry and Dorothy Yeomans.
She lived a life full of love, resilience, and the warmth...
Catherine Orloff
Oct 27, 2025
Catherine Covell Orloff, a longtime resident of Newport and Providence, passed away peacefully on the 27th of October, 2025, at the age of 82 in Whittier, California. Born in 1943 on August 2nd-the same day as her own mother's birthday-Cathy was a generous, engaged, high-spirited source of inspiration for all who came to know her. She succumbed to Alzheimer's after...
Ramon Elordi-Churruca
Oct 27, 2025
Ramon Elordi-Churruca, 84, of Middletown RI died October 27, 2025.
He was the husband of Maria Anacleta Lopez De Elordi. Born in Markina, the Basque Country (Spain) on June 8, 1941. He was the son of Juan Elordi and Josefa Churruca.
Ramon became a prominent figure in the basque sport of Jai Alai along with his brother Pedro early in his youth....
Dorothy Baccari
Oct 26, 2025
Our family is heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved mother, Dorothy (Dot) A Baccari, who passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and loved ones on October 26, 2025 at the age of 83.
Born in Newport, RI on November 8, 1941. She was the daughter to the late Joseph and Mary (Bettencourt) Lacerda. She...
Madeline Miniutti
Oct 26, 2025
Madeline (Ballerini) Miniutti, 100, of Portsmouth, R.I., passed away peacefully on Oct. 26, 2025. Born in Brattleboro, VT., on June 6, 1925, she was the daughter of Italian immigrants, the late Amedeo and Grace (Impala) Ballerini.
Madeline grew up in Dorchester, Mass., where she attended Girls' Latin High School and worked at her father's grocery store. During World War II, she...
David Swanson
Oct 23, 2025
David Swanson, a lifelong Rhode Islander, died on October 23, 2025, in his home in Bristol. He was 82 years old.
Born in Providence to Swedish Americans Florence V. and Sture T. Swanson, he grew up in the Edgewood section of Cranston, just one hundred yards from the water. At the Edgewood Yacht Club, he learned to sail as a...
Dennis C Silvia
Oct 23, 2025
Dennis C. Silvia, 73, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family. Born on July 6, 1952, in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, Dennis was the son of the late Charles and Gertrude Silvia.
Dennis was predeceased by his parents; his sister, Marie Bacon; his brother, Christopher; and his granddaughter, Danarya Camara. He is survived by his children, Charles Silvia...
Dolores Petrush-Tarlton
Oct 20, 2025
Dolores Petrush-Tarlton, 73, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on October 20, 2025. She was the wife of Scott J. Tarlton. Born in Passaic, NJ on June 1, 1952, she was the daughter of Edward and Anna (Olko) Petrush.
Dolores grew up in Saddle Brook, New Jersey and graduated from Fairleigh-Dickinson University. She was a registered nurse for 47 years, enjoying a...
Betty Ann Calise
Oct 19, 2025
CALISE, Betty A. (Coray), died on October 19, 2025, at the age of 82. She was born in Fall River, MA to the late Albertina (Sousa) and Joseph Coray. Betty was a long-time resident of Somerset, MA and Portsmouth, RI. She is survived by her beloved husband of 61 years, Peter P. Calise; and her two daughters Tina (husband, Dan...
John Anthony
Oct 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Scott Anthony, a cherished son, brother, father, and loyal friend, who left us far too soon on October 18, 2025.
Born on June 7, 1965, John brought warmth, laughter, and kindness into the lives of everyone who knew him. His love for life was evident in the simple joys...
John Duarte
Oct 18, 2025
John Anthony "Biff" Duarte
Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Friend
November 11, 1949 - October 18, 2025
John Anthony "Biff" Duarte, a proud Vietnam War veteran and beloved husband of the late Lois Jean Duarte, passed away peacefully in Newport, Rhode Island, on October 18, 2025.
Born in Providence, Rhode Island, to the late John Joseph Duarte and Irene Facey...
Zane Anderson
Oct 17, 2025
Zane Jacob Anderson died peacefully on the morning of October 17th, weeks shy of his 92nd birthday.
Born in Stanhope, New Jersey on the evening of November 29, 1933, to Helene (Hammer) and Albert Frank Anderson, Zane grew up in Port Morris, New Jersey with his sisters Dawn and Jane. Albert died in 1947. His mother later married Jack Nichols...
Christina Rivkees
Oct 16, 2025
Christina Rivkees, age 68, passed away comfortably on a beautiful fall day on October 16, 2025, in her home in Newport, RI, after a lengthy illness. Tina was born to Bridget and Melvin Fistori in Boston, MA. After graduating from Medford High School, she attended nursing school at Massachusetts General Hospital and later the University of Massachusetts in Boston. Over...
Diane Dutra
Oct 15, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Diane Marie (McGee) Dutra who left us peacefully at the age of 81 on October 15th, 2025. She was the wife of the late Paul Costa Dutra for 57 years. Diane lived a life centered on love and family. Her happiest moments were those spent caring for...
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