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Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Fall River, Bristol County and Surrounding Areas.
Vasilios Kyros
Sep 10, 2025
Vasilios "Billy" Kyros, 60, of Little Compton, Rhode Island, passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 surrounded by his wife and children. He was the husband of Sotiria Tina Kyros.
Vasilios was a proud son of the Greek diaspora and a tireless worker who ran the family restaurant, A-1 Pizza in Little Compton, where he greeted generations of customers by name...
Karyn M. Rodrigues
Sep 8, 2025
Karyn Marie (Viveiros) Rodrigues, 61, of Fall River, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, with her loved ones by her side. She bravely fought pancreatic cancer for months with the devoted and doting support of her three children.
Born in Fall River on October 27, 1963, Karyn was the cherished daughter of Raul and Mary (Martins) Viveiros. She was...
Norman O. Lavoie
Sep 6, 2025
Norman O. Lavoie, 92, of Tiverton, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025.
He was the owner of Norman O. Lavoie and Son General Contractors.
He was a Life Member of the Knights of Columbus in Tiverton.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Doris (Jean) Lavoie. Norman recently mourned the loss of his longtime companion, Shirley B. (Luxo) Grota.
Norman is...
Donna J. Carney
Sep 4, 2025
Donna J. (Shannon) Carney, 73, of Somerset, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025. She was the wife of the late Patrick J. Carney, with whom she shared 53 years of marriage. Donna leaves behind a legacy marked by her dedication to nurturing the minds of young children and her compassion for those she served in her community.
Born in Fall...
Jimmy Smith
Sep 4, 2025
Jimmy A. Smith, FRFD, Ret., 78, of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025. He was the husband of Eunice (Simoes) Smith. Jimmy was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. In addition to his service to the FRFD, he served his country as a Lance Corporal in the USMC, earning a Purple Heart in the Vietnam War. Besides...
Lucille Durost
Aug 30, 2025
Lucille M. (Misenti) Durost, 83, of Tiverton, RI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Saint Anne’s Hospital. Born in Meriden, CT, on May 21, 1942, she was the cherished daughter of the late Peter and Mary (Serra) Misenti.
Lucille’s early years laid the foundation of her enduring faith and character. She graduated from St. Rose of Lima School...
Gerald P. Cote
Aug 30, 2025
Gerald P. Cote, 85, of Fall River, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025. He was the husband of Florence C. (Mardula) Cote with whom he shared 62 years of marriage. Gerald made significant contributions to his community through various business ventures and his vibrant personality.
Born in Fall River, Gerald was the son of the late Virginia (Cipollini) and Joseph...
Norberto Raposo
Aug 30, 2025
Norberto Raposo, 81, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hosptial in Fall River, Massachusetts, at the age of 81. Born on July 25, 1944, in Feteiras do Sul, São Miguel, Açores Norberto was known for his warmth and dedication to his family, finding...
Therese Ouellette
Aug 29, 2025
Therese (Pard) Ouellette, 99, of Fall River, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025. She was the wife of the late Maurice M. Ouellette with whom she shared 67 years of marriage.
Born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of Arthur and Rose (Courcy) Pard.
Therese was a cherished member of the St. Roch's Woman's Guild, where she found joy...
Paul E. Levesque
Aug 27, 2025
Paul E. “Zig” Levesque 79 of Tiverton, RI, passed away on August 27, 2025. He is survived by his daughter, Cindy Walsh, her husband, Pete, and his grandson, Gavin, of North Attleboro, MA—his greatest pride.
He was the son of the late Bernadette (Rouleau) and Francis X. Levesque.
A proud Teamster with Local 251 for more than 35 years, Zig was reserved...
Maria Originia DeSousa
Aug 23, 2025
Maria Originia DeSousa, 95, of Fall River, MA, former widow of Joao Furtado Curvelo, passed away peacefully from this life on August 23, 2025, in Fall River. Born in Ponta Garça, Sao Miguel, Acores, and was the daughter of Jose DeSousa Avila, and her mother, Urania (DeMello) DeSousa.
Maria emigrated to Fall River, MA in 1985. A retired garment worker, Maria...
Rita E. Morin
Aug 22, 2025
Rita E. (Marceau) Morin, 94, of Westport MA, a beloved mother, cherished friend, and devoted community member, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of Ovila S. Marceau and Rhea (Harrison) Marceau. Rita dedicated her life to caring for others. She worked as a Home Health Aide after being a member of...
Albert R. Mercier
Aug 21, 2025
Albert R. Mercier, 90, of Swansea, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 21, 2025. He was the husband of Phyllis (Ashworth) Mercier, with whom they shared 63 years of marriage.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Albert and Anita (Heroux) Mercier.
Albert's life was marked by a profound commitment to his trade and an unwavering passion for...
Christine Migneault
Aug 21, 2025
Christine Migneault, 78, of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025. She was the wife of the late Roger Migneault.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Jenny Doris (LaForce) and Raymond Laurianno. She dedicated over thirty years of her life to the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, where she served as an administrative assistant in...
Stephen J. Darcy
Aug 21, 2025
Stephen J. Darcy, 72, of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Helen (Crossley) and Edward F. Darcy.
Stephen devoted thirty years of his life to working at Stop & Shop in Fall River, where he was known for his hard work and commitment to serving the community. He...
Barbara A. Neronha
Aug 14, 2025
Barbara A. Neronha, 90, peacefully departed this life at her home on Thursday, August 14, 2025. She was the wife of the late Frank E,. Neronha. Born in Fall River on July 29, 1935, Barbara was the daughter of the late Manuel and Juliette (Robetaille) Ferreira.
Barbara's early education was rooted in the principles of her Catholic faith, as she attended...
Pauline Dufour
Aug 12, 2025
Pauline (Milot) Dufour, 95, a resident of Brookdale Sakonnet Bay, Tiverton and formerly of Fall River, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. She was the wife of the late Robert A. Dufour, D.M.D.
Pauline was widowed very early in her marriage due to her husband's cancer. She was only 37 years, left with 2 children ages 7 and 5 to...
Jocelyn A. Rodrigues
Aug 8, 2025
Jocelyn A. Rodrigues, 56, of Fall River, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at St. Anne's Hospital. Born on April 29, 1969, in Fall River, she touched the lives of many during her 56 remarkable years.
As a dedicated Lunch Lady at Kuss Middle School, Jocelyn was more than just a provider of meals. She was a comforting presence for...
Ayana T. Bell
Aug 7, 2025
Ayana T. Bell, 12, an Argosy Collegiate Charter School student, of Fall River, a radiant spirit who danced through life with joy and creativity, was born on October 5, 2012, in the vibrant city of Fall River.
As she approached her 13th birthday, the world was graced with her vibrant presence, a gentle reminder of the beauty that youth brings. Tragically,...
Claire G. Guillemette
Aug 5, 2025
Claire G. Guillemette, age 89, of Schertz, Texas passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Claire was born on January 8, 1936, in Fall River, Massachusetts. She was preceded in death by her parents, Romeo and Germaine Levesque, her beloved brother Rev. Roger Levesque, and her husband of sixty years, Armand Guillemette, who cherished her.
Her two greatest passions were her...
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