Memorial Funeral Homes Obituaries

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...

Douglas Smith

Dec 18, 2024

Dr. Douglas Vaughn Smith, Ph.D, CDR, USN (ret.) passed away on 18 December 2024 in Middletown, RI. He was 76 years old.

Doug was born into a Navy family on 17 September, 1948. The son of Senior Chief Lawrence Raymond Smith and Grace Epley Smith, Doug was a scholar and standout high school baseball player in Maryland and...

Patricia Carrellas

Dec 18, 2024

Patricia Grace Carrellas, 55, of Portsmouth, RI, died on December 18, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was the wife of Stephan Boneu, and proud mother to Grace, Henri, and Margaux.

Born in Newport, RI on March 30, 1969, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Anthony T. and Mary Lou (Stanton) Carrellas. She graduated from Rogers High School in...

John Lewis III

Dec 18, 2024

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John William Lewis III

 Middletown, RI - John “Jack” William Lewis III, a beloved son, brother, father, and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, at the age of 95. Born on October 5, 1929, in Cleveland, Ohio, to John W. and Flora Mae Schisler Lewis Jr. Former husband of the late Donella Vidmar Lewis, and brother to the...

Susan Kempenaar

Dec 17, 2024

Susan Ann (Marshall) Kempenaar, beloved mother, daughter, and cherished friend, passed away on December 17, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on June 15, 1957, in Des Moines, Iowa to Richard and Violet (Webb) Marshall. Susan was a warm-hearted spirit who dedicated her life to her family and her passions.

Susan grew up in Iowa, graduating from Lincoln High School....

Andrew Peckham

Dec 17, 2024

Andrew J. Peckham, 58, of Warwick (formerly of Little Creek Lane, Middletown), passed away unexpectedly on December 17, 2024. He was a great friend to all, whose loss will be deeply felt by all who knew him.

Born on June 3, 1966, in Middletown RI where he spent his childhood and most of his adult life. He graduated from Middletown HS...

Shirley Tillinghast

Dec 16, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shirley Tillinghast, a beloved mother, friend, and dedicated professional in the real estate industry, who left this world on December 16, 2024. She was a resident of Portsmouth and Prudence Island. Born into a family rooted in resilience and determination, after high school she established herself as a respected...

Patricia A. Leonard

Dec 16, 2024

Patricia A. Leonard, of Holliston, MA, passed away with her family by her side on December 16, 2024. She was the wife of Jeffrey Leonard for 55 years.

Born in Portland, ME, she was the daughter of the late Harvey and Joan Marie (Feury) Gavic. Patricia worked 30 years as a business manager for the 4-H Foundation of Massachusetts.

Patricia is survived...

Kerri Lyn Baker

Dec 16, 2024

Kerri Lyn Baker, 54, of Middletown, RI, died at home on December 16, 2024. Born in Newport, RI on September 19, 1970, She was the daughter of the late Herbert and Madeline (Aleicho) Baker.

 A lifelong Aquidneck Island resident, Kerri raised her young family in Newport before moving to Middletown. She was a long time manager at Benny's in Middletown until...

Richard "Rocky" E. Pires

Dec 16, 2024

Richard "Rocky" E. Pires, 67, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away at home on December 16, 2024. He was the husband of Angela Manchester.

Born in Boston, MA, he was the son of the late John and Mildred (Close) Pires.

Rocky was a man of many passions and talents with a personality larger than life. In his youth, he made a name...

Scott A. Williams

Dec 15, 2024

Scott Andrew Williams, 67, of Newport, RI, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away with his family by his side on December 15, 2024. He was the husband of Lisabeth (Hale) Williams for 21 years.

Born in Melbourne, Australia, he was the son of the late William and Bettini (Carnegie) Williams.

Scott lived a life full of adventure and passion,...

Jennifer Saba

Dec 14, 2024

Jennifer M. Saba, 52, of New York, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024.

Born in Boston, she was the daughter of Marlene Leatherbee of Newport and West Palm Beach, FL and the late George Saba. Jennifer Saba, who was a unique, incredible, bright, curious, woman, who could hold her own in any given situation. Well educated, well read, wanting to...

Linda R. Hilliard

Dec 13, 2024

Linda R. Hilliard, 79, of Middletown, RI, formerly of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away at home on December 13, 2024, with her family by her side. She was the wife of Edward J. Hilliard, Jr., for 42 years.

Born in Washington, DC, she was the only child born to the late Joseph and Edith (Morell) Reynolds.

Linda was a woman of many...