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Local obituaries for the Newport and Portsmouth, RI Area

Susan Ann Nunes

Susan Ann Nunes

Jul 26, 2023

Susan Ann Nunes New London, CT -Susan Ann Nunes, 75, of New London, Connecticut, passed away on July 26, 2023. Born in Newport, RI on October 22, 1947, She was the daughter of Frank (Larry) and Mary (Medeiros) Nunes. From an early age Sue was an avid reader enjoying many subject areas. She could always be found with a book...

Philip Ardito

Philip Ardito

Jul 25, 2023

Philip Ardito, 74, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on July 25, 2023. He was the husband of Nancy (Jurista) Ardito. Born in Newport, RI on April 2, 1949, He was the son of Robert and Theta (Goodman) Ardito. Phil grew up in Newport, graduating from Rogers High School and then Roger Williams University. He worked in construction management his entire...

Marie Zeigler

Marie Zeigler

Jul 24, 2023

Marie Zeigler, age 98, a long-time resident of Newport, RI passed away peacefully in New London, CT on July 24, 2023, surrounded by family. Prior to her passing, she was the matriarch of 5 generations. Marie was predeceased by her former husband, Charlie Zeigler Sr; sons, Charlie Zeigler Jr., and Alphonso Zeigler. She is survived by her oldest son, Tom...

Mary L. Bellagamba

Mary L. Bellagamba

Jul 19, 2023

Mary (Lozito) Bellagamba, 93, of Middletown, passed away peacefully in the home she cherished on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of the late Louis A. Bellagamba for nearly 60 years. Born in Newport, RI, she was the daughter of the late Concetta (Fioretti) and Concetto Lozito. Mary was raised in Newport,...

Col. Richard L. Brinegar, Usmc, (Ret)

Col. Richard L. Brinegar, Usmc, (Ret)

Jul 19, 2023

Richard 'Dick' Lane Brinegar, age 88, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2023 surrounded by his devoted wife and children. He is survived by his wife 0f 65 years, Patricia, sons, Richard in Richmond, VA; Gregg in Simsbury, CT: Thomas in Campobello, SC; their wives Jenny, Daniela, Cathy, and daughter, Jeannine Mills in Keene, NH; grandchildren Patrick and Garrett Brinegar,...

Claire Elizabeth Townsend

Claire Elizabeth Townsend

Jul 19, 2023

Claire Elizabeth Townsend, 91, of Newport RI, formerly of Winsted CT, passed away on July 19, 2023. She was the wife of the late Edward Richard Townsend. Claire was born on October 13, 1931, in Torrington CT to the late Alice Noonan (Hine) and Leslie Hine. She was extremely grateful to her daughter, Colleen Pilat (Townsend) who made it possible...

Michael J. Seaman

Michael J. Seaman

Jul 18, 2023

Michael J. Seaman, 61, of Newport, died on July 18, 2023. Born in Newport, he was the son of the late James and Matilda (Smith) Seaman. He was the brother of Helen Ames of Middletown, Henry Seaman (Catherine) of California, Jim Seaman (Beata) of Providence, Paul Seaman (Guia) of Pawtucket, Diane Seaman of Middletown, Frank Seaman (Christine) of Middletown, and...

Michael Andrew Yates

Michael Andrew Yates

Jul 18, 2023

Michael Andrew Yates, 72, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on July 18, 2023. Born in Newport, RI on May 26, 1951, He was the son of George and Elsie (Tabb) Yates. Michael was a major part of the community, touching so many lives over his time on this earth. He wore lots of hats (literally, LOTS of hats), as an...

Beatrice E. "Bea" Monroe

Beatrice E. "Bea" Monroe

Jul 17, 2023

Our dear mother Beatrice E. "Bea" (Marques) Monroe sadly passed away peacefully July 17, 2023 at the Newport Hospital She was very loved and will be sadly missed. She was the 11th child of the late John and Bertha (Chenette) Marques. She had many hard times as a child but never complained. Bea and her late husband Tom ran a...

Jean R. ozowski

Jean R. ozowski

Jul 16, 2023

Jean (Ianscoli) Mrozowski, formerly of Newport, RI, passed away peacefully at 96 years of age. Jean was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Dominec and Justine Ianscoli, the youngest of their 8 children. She often shared wonderful memories of her childhood which although not rich in material goods, was rich in love and family. These early lessons carried through...

Kiki Maris

Kiki Maris

Jul 15, 2023

Kyriaki "Kiki" Maris, born in Mytilene, Greece, passed away on July 15th, 2023, at the age of 89, in North Kingstown RI. Kiki was born on May 20, 1934, to John and Irene Regas. Kiki grew up with her loving sisters, Virginia and Maria and her loving brother Peter. The daughter of a fisherman, one of Kiki's favorite things was...

Richard L. Dagrosa, Cdr U.S.N. Ret.

Richard L. Dagrosa, Cdr U.S.N. Ret.

Jul 14, 2023

Newport, RI, Richard (Rich) L. Dagrosa, U.S. Navy CDR, Retired, departed this life surrounded by love on July 14, 2023, at Newport Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Karen B. (Wilga) Dagrosa. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Louis T. Dagrosa and Dorothy (Black) Dagrosa. In addition to his wife, Rich leaves his children,...

Christopher J. Wood

Christopher J. Wood

Jul 14, 2023

Christopher J. Wood, a lifetime resident of Tiverton, RI, passed away in his home on July 14, 2023, with his wife by his side. He was 57 years old. Born in Fall River, MA, Chris was the son of the late Grant W. Wood and Patricia A. Coffey. Chris leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. He is...

John M. Heffron

John M. Heffron

Jul 13, 2023

John M. Heffron, 85, died Thursday, July 13, 2023, in Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Newport. He was the husband of Ellen (Walsh) Heffron. Born in Scranton, PA, John was the son of the late John and Dorothy (Kane) Heffron. After graduating from Penn State, he attended Officers Candidate School. He then served in the Navy as a Lieutenant JG...

Edna Mae Wells

Edna Mae Wells

Jul 13, 2023

Edna M. Wells, 87, of Newport, Rhode Island transitioned into the arms of our Lord and Savior on July 13, 2023. She was formerly married to the late Billy Wells, and the late John C. Nelson, Sr. who was her best friend and the father of her seven children. Born in Newport, Rhode Island on October 16, 1935, she was...

Gail H. Johnston

Gail H. Johnston

Jul 13, 2023

Gail H. Johnston, 89, of Portsmouth RI, and formerly of Weston, MA, and Annisquam, MA, passed away on July 13, 2023. She was the wife of the late George L. Johnston. Born in Boston, MA, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Charlotte (Batchelder) Hubbard. Gail graduated from Walnut Hill School in Natick, MA, where she met lifelong...

Ryan Patrick Mcdonough

Ryan Patrick Mcdonough

Jul 12, 2023

Ryan Patrick McDonough, 40, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died unexpectedly on July 12, 2023. Born in Newport, RI on July 16, 1982, he was the son of Joanne (Burgess) McDonough and the late Patrick "Mac" McDonough. Ryan was a 2000 graduate of Middletown High School and continued his education at URI, graduating with a Masters in Computer Science. During his...

Anne M. Lewis

Anne M. Lewis

Jul 11, 2023

Mrs. Anne M. Lewis, 92, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday July 11, 2023; she passed away peacefully at home. Anne Lewis was born on October 24, 1930, in Warwick, RI to Giovanni (John) and Luisa (DiCarlo) Padula. Anne was the wife of the late Ralph T. Lewis, Jr. and is survived by...

Julian Francis Peckham Iii

Julian Francis Peckham Iii

Jul 9, 2023

Julian Francis Peckham III (Jay), 67, of Middletown, RI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 9, 2023. He was born on October 4, 1955, in Newport, RI., and was predeceased by his parents, Julian F. Peckham, Jr. (Dede) and Jean Macdonald Peckham. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Robin Garforth Peckham, and their daughter, Heather E....

Irene A. Johnson

Irene A. Johnson

Jul 8, 2023

Irene A. (Flynn) Johnson Portsmouth, RI -Irene A. (Flynn) Johnson, 92, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on July 8, 2023. She was the wife of Raymond J. Johnson, her loving and devoted husband. Born in Brookline, MA on January 9, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Delia (Duggan) Flynn, who both emigrated from Galway, Ireland. Irene...

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