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Local Obituaries for Fall River, Bristol County and Surrounding Areas.
Diane L. Sewell (Platt) Auclair
Sep 29, 2014
Diane L. (Platt) Sewell Auclair, 61, of Somerset, formerly of Fall River, widow of Armand R. Auclair, Jr., died Monday, September 29, 2014. A BMC Durfee High School graduate, she was manager of Finish Master, Fall River. She leaves her mother-in-law Mary (Bradbury) Sewell of Fall River; her stepson, Gerald A. "Jerry" Auclair of Newport, RI...
Antonio Martins Dias
Sep 23, 2014
Antonio Martins Dias, 84, of Dwelly St., Fall River, husband of Piedade (Antunes) Dias, died Tuesday, September 23, 2014. A native of Santa Maria do Bouro Amares, Portugal, he was a barber in Portugal and worked in Fall River's textile industry, retiring from Duro Textile Printers. Besides his wife of fifty years, he leaves a daughter,...
Raymond F. Hurley
Sep 23, 2014
Raymond F. Hurley 81, of Sippican Nursing Home in Marion, husband of the late Margaret Hurley of New Bedford, died Tuesday September 23, 2014. A longtime native of New Bedford, MA, he was a veteran of the Korean War and served in the Merchant Marine, Navy and Marine Corps as a Corporal officer in the infantry...
Helene Y. (Bernier) Coulombe
Sep 19, 2014
Helene Y. (Bernier) Coulombe, 92, of Fall River, widow of Lucien A. "Lou" Coulombe, died Friday, September 19, 2014. She and her late husband were the original owners of Lou's Bakery, East Main St., Fall River. An avid traveler and card player, she enjoyed knitting and crocheting. She leaves a son, Gerald Coulombe and his wife...
Jeannette "Jean" (Gladu) Chaunt
Sep 19, 2014
Jeannette "Jean" (Gladu) Chaunt, 76, of Hilton Ave., Somerset, wife of Normand J. Chaunt, died Friday, September 19, 2014. She worked in the garment industry for many years and was employed by Vanson Leather, Fall River and Raytheon Company, Portsmouth. She also taught ceramics and was a member of the National Association of Independent Artists. She...
Nancy (Dixon) Rego
Sep 18, 2014
Nancy (Dixon) Rego, 78, formerly of Sherbourne Ave., Swansea, widow of George F. Rego, died Thursday, September 18, 2014. She was a former South Swansea Baptist Church clerk, choir member, bible school director and Sunday school teacher; Brownie and Girl Scout leader; Swansea Volunteer Ambulance Corps Auxiliary member and women's bible study teacher. She leaves five...
Richard A. Deblois
Sep 16, 2014
Richard A. DeBlois, 59, of Durfee Rd., Tiverton, husband of Catherine "Cathy" (Cox) DeBlois, died peacefully, at home, surrounded by family and friends, Tuesday, September 16, 2014. A former employee of Ferrellgas, he was a Harley Davidson motorcycle enthusiast and enjoyed family vacations, sailing and woodworking. He was the father of Amy (Ferreira) Paull (husband David)...
Annette Bilodeau (Chouinard) Gilbert
Sep 13, 2014
Annette (Chouinard) Bilodeau Gilbert 87, formerly of Gifford Ave., Somerset, widow of Dr. Leonard Bilodeau and Lt. Col. William Gilbert, USA, died Saturday, September 13, 2014. A graduate of Dominican Academy and Rivier College, she taught at Sacred Hearts Academy, Fairhaven, was dental assistant in the practice of her late husband and was a Somerset Spectator...
Odette Antoun-Mistikawy
Sep 12, 2014
Odette Antoun-Mistikawy, of North Main St., Fall River, widow of Anwar Mistikawi, died Friday, September 12, 2014. Born in Cairo, Egypt, the daughter of the late Albert and Josephine (Moskovakis) Antoun, she was a longtime St. Anne's Hospital volunteer. She leaves two sons, Dr. Wahid Mistikawi and his wife Sandy Vokes of Franklin, MA and Dr....
Jeannine Goulet
Sep 12, 2014
Jeannine Goulet, 60, of Shove St., Fall River, daughter of Rita (Rondeau) Goulet of Fall River and the late Benoit Goulet, died Friday, September 12, 2014. Besides her mother, she leaves a brother, Paul Goulet of Boston and aunts, uncles and cousins. She was the sister of the late Marc Goulet. Her funeral will be held...
Paul A. Dumais
Sep 10, 2014
Paul A. Dumais, 93, of Bardsley St., Fall River, husband of the late Lucienne "Lou" (Gaudreau) Dumais, passed peacefully Wednesday, September 10, 2014 surrounded by his loving children. He was the son of late Leo and Rose (Courchesne) Dumais. Staff Sgt. Dumais served in the Army Air Force during WWII. He was a graduate of Msgr....
Joseph Souza, Jr.
Sep 10, 2014
Joseph Souza, Jr., 85, a lifelong resident of Fall River, passed away at home, Wednesday, September 10, 2014. An Army, 101st. Airborne veteran of the Korean War and retired garment worker, he was the son of the late Joseph and Helen (Rubczynaski) Souza and the brother of the late Dorothy J. Souza and James Souza, all...
Claire D. (Gagnon) Berube
Sep 7, 2014
Claire D. (Gagnon) Berube, 87, of Fall River, wife of Normand E. Berube, and the daughter of the late Charles and Blanche (LaBrie) Gagnon, died Sunday, September 7, 2014. Her greatest enjoyment was the love of family and friends. Enriching the lives of those around her defined her life. Besides her husband of 66 years, she...
Adrienne (St.Amand) Lepage
Sep 7, 2014
Adrienne (St.Amand) LePage, 92, of Grinnell Ave., Tiverton, wife of Raymond L. LePage, died Sunday, September 7, 2014. A former employee of Har-Lee Manufacturing and Louise's Dress Shop, she was a member the Mothers of Twins Club and the Ladies Guild and Altar and Rosary Society of St. Christopher Parish. Besides her husband of 68 years,...
Albert R. "Al" Canuel
Sep 6, 2014
Visitation at the South Coast Funeral Home, 1555 Pleasant St., Fall River, Tuesday evening from 5:00 to 8:00 PM with a funeral service at 7:30 PM. Albert R. "Al" Canuel, Jr., 61, of Alden St., Fall River, died Saturday, September 6, 2014. He served in the Navy and was a former employee of Viana Homes, Assonet....
Frank G. Beleda
Sep 5, 2014
Frank G. Beleda, 70, of Borden Place East, Fall River, formerly of Pembroke St., an Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War, died Friday, September 5, 2014. He leaves a brother, Michael Beleda, Jr. of Fall River and nieces and nephews including Dwayne Garrity of Fall River. He was the son of the late Michael Beleda,...
Wesley B. "Wes" Wheelock
Sep 4, 2014
Wesley B. "Wes" Wheelock, Sr., 91, of Tiverton, husband of the late Helen F. (Newberry) Wheelock, died Thursday, September 4, 2014. He owned and operated F. N. Wheelock and Sons, Fall River and Newport and Coin Operated Car Washes in Fall River and Newport for many years. A veteran of WW II, he served in the...
Gertrude T. (Morris) Cooper
Aug 28, 2014
Gertrude T. (Morris) Cooper, 98, formerly of Borden Place East, Fall River, passed away Thursday, August 28, 2014. She was the widow of Russell T. Cooper, Victor Aubry and Kenneth W. Ashton. Born in Fall River, the daughter of the late William S. and Maude A. (Burrows) Morris, she was the sister of the late Ernest...
Leona (Allard) Sylvia
Aug 27, 2014
Leona (Allard) Sylvia, 72, of Fall River, died unexpectedly, Wednesday, August 27, 2014. A BMC Durfee High School graduate and former employee of Lightolier, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and traveling. She was beloved by many and will forever be in our hearts and remembered for her love of life and the happiness she...
Paul "Grog" Larrivee
Aug 27, 2014
Paul "Grog" Larrivee, 64, of Fall River, died Wednesday, August 27, 2014. An ordained minister of the Knights of Columbus, he was an avid motorcycle enthusiast and an icon in the motorcycle community. He enjoyed traveling, spending time with his grandchildren, shooting pool and being with family and friends. He was the husband and best friend...
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