Memorial Funeral Homes Obituaries

Lawrence Chase

Dec 5, 2024

Lawrence L. Chase, 88, of Newport, Rhode Island, went to be with his Savior on December 5, 2024 surrounded by family. He was the husband of Lynn (Heggen) Chase for nearly 62 years.

Born in Newport, RI on June 18, 1936, Larry was the son of the late John F. and Hope (Levens) Chase. After graduation from Rogers High School in...

Alan Clark

Dec 4, 2024

Alan Prentice Clark

January 13, 1929 - December 4, 2024

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Alan P. Clark ("Porky"), 95, of Middletown, Rhode Island passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, with his family by his side. Born in New York City, Alan spent his childhood in River Edge, New Jersey. He graduated from Princeton University where he enjoyed an accomplished football career and...

James Boyd

Dec 3, 2024

James W. Boyd Jr., a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on December 3, 2024, at the age of 82, leaving behind a rich legacy of love and laughter. Born on July 15, 1942, in Boston, MA, Jim spent his life in devotion to his family, his country, and his passions.

A proud Army veteran, Jim achieved...

Patricia Archer

Dec 3, 2024

Patricia Mary (McGrath) Archer, 80, of Newport and Middletown, wife of the late Augustus Archer, died peacefully on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.

Born on October 4,1944 in Teaneck, NJ. She was the daughter of the late Harold D. and Margaret K. (Hattenback) McGrath. She moved to Newport in 1960 and graduated from St. Catherine's Academy in 1962. She continued her education...

Daniel Cinotti

Dec 1, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that the family of Daniel A. Cinotti, 90, of Guilford, CT and Newport, RI announce that he passed away at home in Newport on Sunday, December 1, 2024, with his family at his side. He was the beloved husband of Jeanne M. (Boisclair) Cinotti for 67 years and father of Amintha K. Cinotti (Andrew...

Cynthia "Cindy" C. Diana

Nov 30, 2024

Ms. Cynthia (Cherubini) Diana, 78 yrs old, passed away peacefully at Heatherwood Nursing Home and Rehabilitation facility on November 30th, 2024.

Cynthia was born in Waterbury Connecticut on September 19th, 1946. She was the daughter of the late Armond F. Diana and Doris (Benson) Diana. She was also the sister of the late Armand Diana.

She graduated from Croft High School and...

Madelyn Rose Bruneau

Nov 27, 2024

Madelyn Rose (Gacioch) Bruneau, 82, of Portsmouth, RI, died on November 27, 2024.

She was the wife of the late Henry A. Bruneau.

Born in Fall River, MA, she was the daughter of the late John and Madeline (Gosciminski) Pencak.

Madelyn leaves her sons Robert Singleton and his wife Kelly and Matthew Bruneau and his wife Leslie Grimes all of Portsmouth. She was...

Alan J. Kent

Nov 27, 2024

Alan J. Kent, 80, of Middletown, RI, passed away on November 27, 2024, in Newport Hospital. He was the loving husband of Mercedes "Dee" E. (Skillings) Kent for 60 years.

Affectionately known as "Mr. Wonderful," Alan epitomized the spirit of family, community, and service throughout his remarkable life.

Born in Newport, RI, to the late Charles and Evelyn (Ward) Kent, he was...

Bruce Helger

Nov 26, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bruce Alvin Helger, 68, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, who drifted away peacefully at home on November 26, 2024.

Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, on October 16, 1956, Bruce was the son of Alvin and Leona (Lavigne) Helger. Raised in Tiverton alongside his brothers, Gary and Brian, Bruce grew...

Joyce Sanderson

Nov 26, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mom, Joyce Sanderson on November 26, 2024

The youngest of eight children, Joyce was born to John F. and Helena (McPartland) O'Brien, at their home in South Boston on May 2, 1946. Her "Southie" upbringing was an indelible aspect of her character, permeating her keen sense of humor, unique...

John T. Sheehan Jr.

Nov 23, 2024

John T. Sheehan Jr., known for his incredible intellect, determination, and strength, left us on the early morning of November 23, 2024, after a challenging journey with cancer. Throughout his most difficult moments, he never failed to care for those he loved, always putting his family and friends first. His quick wit and infectious spirit was a source of inspiration...

Joyce Davidson

Nov 22, 2024

Joyce Davidson, 97, of Middletown, Rhode Island died on November 22, 2024. She was the wife of the late John R. Davidson.

Born on May 1, 1927, in Wantage, England, she was the daughter of Walter and Beatrice Binding. She grew up in England during World War II and met a young US serviceman, Charlie McCarthy. They soon married and upon...

Reyna Liliana Gomez Lopez

Nov 21, 2024

Reyna Liliana Gomez Lopez, 31 years old, Resident of Newport RI, passed away on November 21, 2024. Fulfilling her last wish, she was surrounded by all her loved ones at her home.

Reyna was a devoted and loving mother who dedicated her life to her two children Jeffrey, 12 years old and Kendall, 7 years old, who will always be a...

Arthur Plymesser

Nov 21, 2024

Arthur Plymesser, 99, passed away November 21, 2024, at the John Clarke Nursing Center. Arthur was born June 28, 1925, in Fall River, Massachusetts to Raymond Sr. and Mary (Brooks) Plymesser and was the brother to the late Raymond, Robert, Cyrus, Thomas, George, and Shirley Plymesser.

Arthur left school in the 8th grade to work and help the family...

Stephen Robinson

Nov 21, 2024

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Stephen Robinson

Riverside, RI -Stephen Robinson, 73

With heartfelt sadness, we have lost our brother, Stephen Robinson of Tiverton, RI, he passed away on November 21, 2024.

He was the son of the late James and Mildred Robinson.

In his youth, he was a student at the Friendship School and also worked at the Newport Naval Commissary Store at NAVSTA Newport.

Stephen always had a...

Sharon Turner

Nov 21, 2024

Sharon Anne Turner -

Sharon Anne Turner, 72, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on November 21, 2024. She was the wife of Robert O. Turner.

Born in Newport, RI on July 26, 1952, she was the daughter of James and Loretta (Gormly) Smith.

After Sharon graduated from Portsmouth High School in 1970, she pursued various interests until she settled...

James Dias

Nov 21, 2024

SGT James D. Dias, USA (Ret.), passed away on November 21, 2024, at his home with his daughters by his side.

James was born on his family's farm on October 3, 1928, to the late Joseph DeCosta Dias and Maria (Moniz) Dias.

As a young man he worked alongside his five siblings on the farm while hunting and trapping in...

Barbara Church

Nov 20, 2024

Barbara Alison (Cairns) Church, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2024, at the age of 89.

Barbara was the devoted daughter of the late John and Irene Cairns and sister of the late Annette Massey. She grew up in the cottage at the Chateau Sur Mer Estate on Bellevue Avenue where her father was the...

Geraldine Paquin "Mem"

Nov 19, 2024

Geraldine Marie Paquin, "Mem" a Newport native known for her spirited energy, adventurous heart, and deep love of family, passed away peacefully at the age of 83 on November 19, 2024. Born on the Fourth of July in 1941 in Maine, Geraldine brought fireworks and joy to all who knew her, embodying resilience and liveliness from her earliest days. Raised...

Donald Dery

Nov 18, 2024

Donald Alexis Dery died at age 89, on 18 November 2024 in Newport, Rhode Island, after a decline of several months. He was born February 22, 1935, the only child of Elve Rose (Houle) and Francis Alexis Dery. Don is survived by his second wife, Rowena F. Dery; and by his five children, Jo-Ann Dery and Robert Tosi; Robert Dery...