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Joyce Grout
Nov 24, 2025
Joyce Ann (Riter) Grout, 88, passed peacefully on November 24, 2025 in Rhode Island with family by her side. Joyce was born on November 21, 1937 to Laura (Redden) and Laurence Riter in Keokuk, IA, the youngest of six children - Wilma (James) O'Daniel, Maxine (Glenn) Loring, Marjorie Pitt Munson, Velma (James) Rossi, and Laurence "Sonny" Riter, all of whom...
Marianne Toole
Nov 24, 2025
Marianne Eileen Toole (Barry) passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025 surrounded by her loving family, after a second battle with breast cancer which she faced with courage and grace. She was predeceased by her parents, Gordon Barry and Dorothy Barry (Ketchum).
Marianne was a beloved Wife, Mother, Nini, and Sister, whose warmth and vibrant spirit touched everyone she met....
Joseph F. Souza Jr.
Nov 24, 2025
Joseph Francis Souza, Jr., born September 12, 1931, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
On October 15, 1955, Joseph married the love of his life, Mary Veronica Pacheco, and together they built a beautiful life anchored in devotion, hard work, and joy. They made their home at 152 Maple Avenue in Middletown, Rhode...
Janice Fisher
Nov 23, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Janice Mary (Smith) Fisher, who left us on November 23rd, 2025. She was 82 years old. She was the wife of the late James Clifford Fisher for 33 years.
Born in Newport on May 29th, 1943, she was the daughter of Harold J. Smith and Norma A. (Ryan) Smith....
Erna Jean Scott
Nov 23, 2025
Erna Jean (MacDonald) Scott, 96, died on November 23'd, 2025. She was the widow of Harry M. "Bud" Scott and daughter of John A. and Erna (MacLean) MacDonald. She was born in Louisbourg, Nova Scotia and lived in Middletown, RI for 73 years. She was a member of the Northeast Bottled Water Association and Newport Ski Club. For many years...
Marc Brownell
Nov 20, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Marc C. Brownell, 66, on November 20, 2025, after 15 months battle with esophageal cancer.He worked for the RI Dept. of Transportation for 24 years until his retirement this past May. He was known for his dedication and strong work ethic. He enjoyed cooking for family and friends working...
Alan Hall
Nov 19, 2025
Alan W. Hall, 69, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on November 19, 2025. He was the husband of Virginia (Connors) Hall for the past 40 years.
Born in Newport, RI on April 15, 1956, he was the son of the late Norman and Irene (Wido) Hall. A 1974 graduate of Portsmouth High School, Alan was quiet, hard working man with...
Michael Crowley
Nov 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael J. Crowley, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, who departed this world on November 19, 2025, just days shy of his 67th birthday. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, on November 25, 1958, Michael's life was filled with joy, laughter, and a deep love for music that resonated with...
John "Philip" Moloney
Nov 18, 2025
John Philip Moloney, ( called Philip ) of New York City and Southampton, NY died at home in Southampton on November 18, 2025 at the age of 89. Born in Newport, RI, August 25,1936 he was the son of the late John Philip Moloney and the late Elizabeth "Betty " Devlin Moloney.
Philip graduated as valedictorian of the class of...
Rosemarie Regine
Nov 18, 2025
Rosemarie Regine, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on November 18, 2025, at the age of 96.
Born on July 6, 1929, in Providence, Rhode Island, Rosemarie devoted her life to her family, bringing warmth and love to their home in Portsmouth, where she will forever be remembered for her nurturing spirit. As a proud...
Paul Berdy
Nov 18, 2025
Paul J. Berdy, 79, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at his home on November 18, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Deborah (McCutcheon) Berdy, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage.
Born in Newport, Rhode Island, on January 21, 1946, Paul was the son of the late John and Ann (Johnston) Berdy. He graduated from Middletown High...
Bernard Rajkumar
Nov 13, 2025
Bernard (Ben) S. Rajkumar, 85, formerly of Tiverton and Bristol, Rhode Island, died on November 13, 2025. He was the husband of Gemma (Lake) Rajkumar.
Ben was born in Princess Town, Trinidad, on September 29, 1940. He is survived by his children and their spouses, Sean (Nicole), Karen Cooper (Rich), and Brett (Michelle), his grandchildren, Jillian, Justin, Hayden, Isabella, and...
Kaitlyn Bric
Nov 13, 2025
Kaitlyn "KB" Bric, age 36, of Middletown, RI, passed away on November 13, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital, surrounded by her family and close friends.
Born to Leisha Hackett and Peter Bric, Kaitlyn was the beloved daughter whose warmth and spirit brightened every room. Her stepfather, Sean Hackett, was a loving, steady presence in her life-someone she adored deeply. To...
Gerald Carroll
Nov 13, 2025
Gerald T. Carroll, 98, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on November 13, 2025. He was the husband of the late Frances (Silvia) Carroll. Born in Fall River, MA on September 5, 1927, He was the son of the late William and Mary (Moffitt) Carroll.
Gerry grew up in Fall River, MA and enlisted in the US Navy as young man....
Colleen Dopart
Nov 13, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Colleen Marie Dopart, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, who entered into eternal rest on November 13, 2025, at the age of 73. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, Colleen was a lifelong resident of Portsmouth, where she touched countless lives through her deep commitment to education, community, and family.
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Lawrence Ferguson
Nov 12, 2025
Lawrence James Ferguson, known to family and friends as "Larry," passed away peacefully at the age of 79. He was born on August 8, 1946, in Bangor, Maine, the son of the late Donald D. and Barbara L. (Black) Ferguson. He is survived by his beloved wife of 37 years, Francine (Koniares) Ferguson, and his children Alyssa Ferguson, Colin Ferguson,...
Alexander Novick
Nov 9, 2025
Alexander Robert Novick died at home in Congers, New York on November 9, 2025, after a valiant eight-month battle with colorectal cancer. He was 39 years old.
He is mourned by his father and stepmother Robert and Alyson Novick, his mother Susan Danahy, his sisters Holly Novick and Joan Danahy, his aunt Stephanie (Michael) Rigney, his cousin Jocelyn Palmer, and his...
Constance Anderson
Nov 8, 2025
Constance "Connie" Anderson, 78, passed away unexpectedly on November 8, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital, with her loving husband, Donald, by her side.
She was predeceased by her parents, George DeCosta and Maria (Borchert) DeCosta; her brother, Charles "Karl" DeCosta; and her sister, Rita DeCosta.
Born in Giessen, Germany, on a U.S. Army base, Connie spent her early years traveling as part...
Emil Silveira
Nov 6, 2025
Emil Henry Silveira
December 28, 1935 - November 6, 2025
Emil H. Silveira, age 89, of Sun City, AZ and formerly of Middletown, RI, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on November 6, 2025. Emil was born on December 28, 1935, in Newport, RI to the late Manuel and Rosaline Silveira. He was the husband of...
Susan Niazy
Nov 6, 2025
Susan Olivia Stone Niazy passed away on November 6, 2025. Brilliant, creative, and endlessly resilient, she lived a life defined by compassion, intellect, and quiet strength.
A graduate of Johns Hopkins University, she dedicated her career as a speech pathologist to helping children with learning disabilities find their voices and overcome barriers to learning. Her patience, insight, and extraordinary skill left...
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