OBITUARY LISTINGS

Feb 7, 2024

Vivian D. (Dutilly) Carroll, 72, of Fall River, passed into eternal rest Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at home.

She was the former wife of the late Stephen J. Carroll and the companion of the late Milton Clement and the daughter of the late Ernest W. Dutilly and Berthe C. (Beauchesne) Dutilly.

Vivian was employed by...

Feb 7, 2024

Dorothy “Dottie” (Mendoza) Ferreira, 96, of Fall River, passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2024. She was the wife of the late James D. Ferreira and the mother of the late Steven “Moo” Ferreira. She leaves a daughter, Diane Beaudoin (late husband Roger) of Jacksonville, Florida; a grandson, James Pelletier, his wife Heather and their daughter Melada Pelletier of Uxbridge,...

Feb 6, 2024

Arlindo “Rocky” Verissimo, 59, of Tiverton, passed away at home with his family by his side after a long illness. He was the husband of Rhonda M. (LaForce) Verissimo. They have spent the last 25 years together. Born in Relva, St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of Laurenio Verissimo of Fall River and the late Maria F. (Sousa)...

Feb 5, 2024

Jeffrey A. Brouillard, 64, of Westport, passed away Monday, February 5, 2024.

He was the husband of Louise E. (Amiot) Brouillard. Jeffrey was employed by Shaws Market, Middletown,retiring as a Meat Department manager. He was a graduate of Somerset High School and earned his Associate Degree at Bristol Community College. Known for being very creative, Jeff loved...

Feb 4, 2024

Grace J. (Kirlis) Anthony, 85, of Fall River, formerly of Peabody, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024.

Employed in the telecommunications industry for most of her life, Grace worked as a telephone operator for New England Telephone in Fall River and as a secretary in their Boston office.

She leaves a...

Feb 2, 2024

Tracy (Cowen) Martel, 64, of Fall River, passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, February 2, 2024.

She was a graduate of Joseph Case High School in Swansea. An avid learner, Tracy graduated from BCC with an associate’s in secretarial science and continued taking classes there and later at University of South Florida.

She...

Feb 1, 2024

Patrick J. Carney, 72, of Somerset, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024.

He was the husband of Donna J. (Shannon) Carney.  Patrick was employed by Southeastern Regional Transit Authority (SRTA) as a bus driver.

Besides his wife of 53 years, he leaves a son, Sean Carney of Somerset and a daughter, Shannon Donahue (husband Michael)...

Feb 1, 2024

Stephen Wilfred Botelho, 67, of Fall River, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024.

He is survived by his children, Stephen Botelho, Jennifer Botelho, Tara Knox, and Charles Botelho; many grandchildren; and many brothers and sisters.

He was the son of the late Manuel and Evelyn (Laplante) Botelho.

Arrangements are private.

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Jan 31, 2024

Henry Joseph LeBreux, Sr. passed away surrounded by family at Charlton Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at the age of 87.

He was predeceased by his parents, Violet (Boudria) and Wilbrod LeBreux, and several of his siblings.

Henry was employed by Howard Manufacturing for many years. He loved bowling and scored a perfect...

Jan 30, 2024

David P. Branco, 77, of Dartmouth, formerly of Westport, and owner of Branco-Gardner Insurance which he established nearly 40 years ago, passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2023, at home with his family by his side.

He was the husband of Nancy C. (Barnaby) Branco.

He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War.

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Jan 28, 2024

Linda P. (Perreira) Medeiros, 74, of Tiverton, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024.

Linda loved to play cards with her son, and going to casinos to play slots. She used to enjoy driving her tractor in the mobile park she lived in and beeping the horn to start conversations with neighbors. She enjoyed camping and was...

Jan 27, 2024

Brian Dussault, 45, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, January 27, 2024.

He was the son of Gerald  Dussault of Fall River and the late Sharon Ann (Silva) Dussault.

A licensed oil burner serviceman, he was employed by Dudek Oil, Warren. Brian was a graduate of Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School, Fall...

Jan 26, 2024

Concorde (Talbot) Costa, 94, of Fall River, passed into eternal rest Friday, January 26, 2024 at Catholic Memorial Home, with her family by her side after a long battle with dementia.

She was the loving wife of the late Daniel Costa.

A devoted caregiver to her family, she treasured her time that she spent with...

Jan 24, 2024

Alexander J. Cote, 83, of Tiverton, a retired Tiverton and Portsmouth firefighter, passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2024. He was the husband of Patricia A. (Toohey) Cote.

He served in the Navy Seabees during the Cuban Missile Crisis, and was a member of the “Crash Crew” at T.F.Green Airport.

Alex lived...

Jan 23, 2024

Sheila A. (Duarte) Johnson, 81, of Fall River, owner of the former Casey and Sheila’s Dog Grooming, passed away at her home Tuesday, January 23, 2024, with her family by her side.

For the past 51 years, she was the partner of Patricia A. “Pat” Casey, retired Fall River City Councillor.

She was the mother...

Jan 19, 2024

Steven A. Viera, 59, of Fall River, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Judith A. (Laroche) Viera, with whom he shared 35 years of marriage.

Steve was a very loving soul who would help anyone. He was a car and motorcycle enthusiast and a movie buff who enjoyed martial arts....

Jan 19, 2024

Francis E. Peloquin, 79, of Fall River, passed away Friday, January 19, 2024.He was the husband of Maureen C. (Cabral) Peloquin. They shared 59 years of marriage.

He was the son of the late Francis H. Peloquin and Mary (DaPonte) Peloquin.

Francis was employed by Duro Textile Printers for over 30 years. He enjoyed sailing,...

Jan 18, 2024

Inez (Oliveira) Camara, of Fall River, passed away, January 18, 2024.

She was an ILGWU member for 26 years and loved animals.

Inez was the mother-in-law of Marilyn Oliveira; the beloved grandmother of Deano Oliveira; and aunt of many nieces and nephews.

She was the former wife of the late Dennis Oliveira, Sr.;...

Jan 17, 2024

Robert J. “Little Bob” Barcellos, Jr. , 44, of North Kingstown, Rhode Island, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024.

He was the owner of RJB Construction in Rhode Island.  Robert enjoyed boating, fishing, and riding his motorcycle.

He leaves his mother, Maria (Moniz) Desrosiers and his step-father, Frederick Desrosiers he was the son of the...

Jan 16, 2024

Gerald F. “Jerry” Bennett, 79, of Fall River, passed away peacefully at home.

A claims examiner with the VA in Providence for 21 years, he was also an Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War.  Jerry enjoyed collecting stamps.

He was the former husband of Christine (Oldham) Bennett, the brother of the late...