Memorial Funeral Homes Obituaries

Dr. Joseph Mayo

Jan 12, 2025

Joseph Francis Mayo, Jr., MD, FACS, age 74, passed away peacefully at his home on January 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. A man of remarkable intellect, compassion, and unwavering integrity, he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Born on December 26, 1950, in Warren, Ohio to Joseph Francis Mayo, Sr. and Mary Elizabeth (DeSantis)...

Alan Sinclair, PhD

Jan 12, 2025

Alan Sinclair, PhD, 86, of Bristol, Rhode Island, died on January 12, 2025. He was the husband of Deborah (Stott) Sinclair.

Born in Fall River, MA on May 31, 1938, he was the son of the late Duncan and Ethel (Abram) Sinclair. Alan grew up in Fall River and exhibited natural abilities in school and in music. He was a talented...

David Everett Dennis

Jan 10, 2025

David Everett Dennis, 83, of New Bedford, Mass, formerly of Newport, RI and Acushnet, MA died on January 10, 2025. He was the husband of the late Diane Tripp. Born in Newport, RI on October 23, 1941, he was the son of the late Cletus and Anita (Westall) Dennis.

David grew up in Newport, RI and served in the US Coast...

Antone "Tony" J. Soares

Jan 9, 2025

Antone J. Soares, 84, of Portsmouth, RI, formerly of Tiverton, RI, died on January 9, 2025. Born in Fall River, MA on May 27, 1940, he was the son of Frank and Cecile (Goulet) Soares.

Tony grew up in a large family and worked on the family farm in Portsmouth, and later on for his uncle John Soares's farm. As a...

Mr. and Mrs. Eugene R. and Shirley A. (Been) Bailey

Jan 8, 2025

It is with profound sadness that the family of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene R. and Shirley A. (Been) Bailey, of Middletown, RI, formerly of Westborough, MA, and Sherborn, MA, devoted partners who shared 62 wonderful years of marriage together, announce their passing.

Shirley passed away on December 13, 2024, in Newport Hospital. Within weeks after her passing, Eugene declined without his...

Ruth A. Flis

Jan 8, 2025

Ruth A. Flis, 66, of Middletown, RI passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents (Earle and Joyce Bushnell), her brother (David Bushnell), and the love of her life, her husband (John Flis).

Ruth was born in Bathe, ME into a military family. They were eventually stationed...

Danniel Murphy

Jan 7, 2025

On January 7, 2025, the world lost a remarkable spirit, Daniel Edward Murphy, at the age of 70. Born on December 14, 1954, in Fall River, MA, Daniel lived a vibrant, adventurous life that took him from the classrooms of Roger Williams University to the bustling streets of New York City, traveling the globe as a businessman.

After beginning his career...

John B. Genga

Jan 7, 2025

John Brandt Genga, age 76, passed away at Tockwotton on the Waterfront, East Providence, RI, on January 7, 2025. Jack (as his family and friends knew him) was born August 12, 1948, at Newport Hospital. He was the son of the late Eno Genga and Barbara (Brandt) Genga. Like his parents, Jack was a lifelong resident of Newport. He graduated...

George Petropoulos

Jan 7, 2025

George Christy Petropoulos, 99, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025, at the Rhode Island Veterans Home in Bristol, Rhode Island. Born on October 21, 1925, in Newport, George lived a life defined by dedication to his family and friends. A proud Newporter, George was known for his quick wit, his love of making people laugh,...

Robert J. Rick Jr.

Jan 6, 2025

Robert J. Rick Jr. 70, of Rockport, Massachusetts, died peacefully after a valiant battle against cancer. He and Gail Strauss Rick were married for 31 years.

Born in Newport, he was the son of Louise (Logothets) Rick and the late Robert J. Rick.

Bob grew up on the 'island'. Newport, Rhode Island. He graduated Rogers High School, the same school attended by...

Dr. Charles A. Hall Jr.

Jan 4, 2025

Dr. Charles Andrew Hall Jr

Middletown, RI

Charles Andrew Hall (Charlie), 92, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died peacefully at home on January 4, 2025. He was the husband of Patricia A. Platt to whom he was married for 32 years. Charlie was born in Providence, RI on September 21, 1932, to the late Charles and Mildred (Hunt) Hall.

Charlie was a 1954 alumnus...

Nancy Elizabeth (Michaud) Sawyer

Jan 4, 2025

Nancy Elizabeth (Michaud) Sawyer, 79, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away at her home on January 4, 2025. She was the wife of the late James E. Sawyer Sr. for 53 years.

Born in Swansea, MA, she was the daughter of the late Charles Lionel Theodore Michaud and Eliza (Pavao) Michaud.

Nancy worked at Newport Hospital in the Vanderbilt Rehab Center for...

Dennis Rayno

Jan 1, 2025

It is with warm hearts and fond memories that we announce the passing of Dennis George Rayno, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who left us on January 1, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on May 7, 1954, in Newport, Rhode Island, Dennis filled his days with laughter, love, and a passion for family.

Dennis was...

Michael Quint

Dec 31, 2024

Michael J. Quint, 55, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on December 31, 2024. He was the husband of Allie (Smith) Quint.

He was the son of Kathryn (Coggeshall) Quint, and the late Lloyd Quint Jr.

Michael was a graduate of Portsmouth High School. He attended college in Southeastern Massachusetts.

He was a store manager for a local...

Christine McKinnon

Dec 29, 2024

A beautiful, kind, caring, outgoing and dearly beloved wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, in-law aunt and friend Christine Milton McKinnon 70 years old died in Miami, Florida on December 29, 2024.

Christine was born in Newport, Rhode Island in On Valentine's day in 1954 to Ronnie McKinney and Eva (nee Little) Robinson the second oldest of five children and the...

Reginald J. Nalle

Dec 26, 2024

Reginald J. (Reggie) Nalle, 77 of Middletown RI passed away peacefully with his wife Angela Kellar - Nalle and fellow firefighter and good friend Peter (Bo) Boiani by his side on Thursday December 26th, 2024.

Reggie's story began on April 9th, 1947 in the windy city of Chicago IL. He was the son of the late Will and Priscilla (Belain) Nalle.

Reggie...

Jean C. Perkins

Dec 25, 2024

Jean C. Perkins, 87, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at home on December 25, 2024. She was the wife of the late Dr. Richard Perkins for 57 years.

Born in Hartford, CT, the only child born to the late Clifford and Ruth (Larson) Carlberg.

Jean graduated from the University of Connecticut School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse. Though she...

Martha Haynes

Dec 22, 2024

Martha (Marty) Ann Haynes, 84, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died at home on December 22, 2024. She was the wife of Christopher Haynes for 44 years.

Born in Springfield, MA on December 21, 1940, She was the daughter of the late Frank and Grace (Shea) Gleason. Formerly of Marshfield and Milton, MA. Although she lived in different parts of...

Michael S. Longazel

Dec 21, 2024

Michael S. Longazel, 68, of Middletown, RI, formerly of Newport, RI, passed away on December 21, 2024, in Newport Hospital.

Born in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late John N. and Elizabeth "Betty" (Bradfield) Longazel. He grew up in Raymond, NH, surrounded by the scenic beauty of New England, where he cultivated a passion for sports and fitness...

Harry Leonard

Dec 19, 2024

Harry Leonard, 72, of Portsmouth, RI, died at home on December 19, 2024 after a brief illness. He was the husband of Linda (Braley) Leonard.

Born in Newport, RI on November 30, 1952, he joined the USAF as a young man. He completed the Military Police training while in the Air Force and found his calling in Law Enforcement. After active...