OBITUARY LISTINGS

May 24, 2023

Irene E. (Lescault) Szynal Kot, 98, of Fall River, MA, passed into eternal life Wednesday, May 24, 2023.

She was the daughter of the late Henry and Eva (Gagnon) Lescault. She was the widow of the late Edward F. Szynal, Sr. and the late Matthew J. Kot. She was the mother of Edward F. Szynal, Jr. (wife...

May 23, 2023

JoAnn (Santos) Bernier, 77, of Berkley, wife of the late Edmond P. "Ed" Bernier, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side.

A child care provider for many years, JoAnn’s great joy was her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She enjoyed baking, painting and crafting. All of which became a part...

May 20, 2023

Daryl Hills Cramphin, 96, husband of the late Carolyn Cobb Cramphin, passed away quietly on May 20, 2023 in Fall River, Massachusetts. Daryl was born in New Hartford, New York to the late Harry C. and Irene (Hills) Cramphin.

He graduated from New Hartford High School, New Hartford, New York and entered the U.S. Army serving with...

May 20, 2023

Jose Cabral Dias, 79, of Fall River, husband of Maria Adelaide (Melim) Dias passed away May 20, 2023 at Brandon Woods in New Bedford, with his family by his side.

Jose was born in Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal. He was the son of the late Jose and Georgina (Oliveira) Dias. He served in the Portuguese Army and...

May 20, 2023

Ana M. Vultao, 58, of Dighton, wife of Eduardo F. Vultao, passed away at Rhode Island Hospital Saturday, May 20, 2023.

Born in Santa Barbara, St. Michaels, Azores, she was the daughter of the late Manuel and Natalia Oliveira.

She was employed by A.J. Wright.

Besides her husband of 32 years, she leaves...

May 20, 2023

Louise A. Gauthier, 75, of Assonet MA, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023 after a valiant eighteen year battle against Multiple Myeloma.

Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Reginald A. Gauthier and the late Pauline R. (Normandeau) Gauthier.

Louise spent 36 years in the Fall River public school system as...

May 17, 2023

Lauretta M. (Bousquet) Dion, R.N., 93, formerly of Fall River, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023 in Melville, NY. She was the wife of the late Raymond R. Dion. Born in Fall River and a resident for 89 years, she was the daughter of the late Ephraim and Lillian (Bourque) Bousquet. During the last four years, she was living...

May 13, 2023

Edward F. Camuso, son of Frank and Evelyn (DiRenzo) Camuso, died peacefully on May 13, 2023. With him when he passed was his beloved niece, Ann Proulx Morin and her husband, John. Eddie was a man of great faith and enjoyed going to mass daily while at Catholic Memorial Home, so it was fitting for him to listen to...

May 11, 2023

Walter E. Bucko, 90, of Fall River, passed into eternal life Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Our Lady’s Haven, Fairhaven.

A graduate of Bryant College, he served as Class President and was a recipient of the Wall Street Academic Award.

An avid traveler, Walter became a travel agent for Paragon Travel, New Bedford and later...

May 8, 2023

Marlene A. (Holland) Souza, 64, of Westport, passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023.

She was the wife of Bruce M. Souza. They enjoyed 48 years of marriage together.

Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late John L. Holland and Lorraine (Vaz) Holland.

Marlene dedicated her career to caring...

May 8, 2023

Jose F. Franco, 78, of Fall River, passed into eternal rest surrounded by his loving family on Monday, May 8, 2023.

He was the husband of Rosa (Botelho) Franco, the love of his life and whom he did everything for.

Born in Lomba do Loução Povoação, Sao Miguel, Azores, he was the son of the...

May 6, 2023

Richard Henry Roy, 80 of Fall River passed away peacefully, at home, on May 6 after a brief illness with his loving wife of 59 years Judith, by his side. Richard was retired after teaching at BMC Durfee High School for 34 years. He was also the golf coach, as well as an avid golfer. He both worked and...

May 6, 2023

Brenda H. Doyle, 81, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, May 6, 2023 at home.

Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Joseph E. and Helen R. (Taylor) Doyle.

She attended Sacred Heart Grammar School and graduated from Sacred Hearts Academy in 1959.

An office manager for Prudential Ins....

May 5, 2023

Lucille Cartright, 81, of Fall River, passed away at Fall River Health Care Friday, May 5, 2023.

She is survived by her sister, Christine Cartright.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, May 24, at 12:00 P.M., at Oak Grove Cemetery, 765 Prospect Street, Fall River, MA, Lot 8081 on Cedar...

May 5, 2023

Paul R. Canuel, 93 of Fall River, husband of Rosalie “Bobbi”(Thibault) Canuel, passed away Friday, May 5, 2023. A longtime employee of Stillwater Associates, he also worked for the  School Dept of the City of Fall River. He was an Air Force Veteran of the Korean War.

Besides his wife of 73 years, he leaves a son...

May 5, 2023

Richard R. Ostroski, 68, of  Fall River, passed away Friday, May 5, 2023.

He was a graduate of Diman Regional Vocational High School. A welder, he was formerly employed at Brayton Point Power Station. Richard enjoyed Bowling, shooting and fishing.  He was a member of the St.John’s Athletic Club.

He leaves his parents, Adam R....

May 3, 2023

George H. Souza, Jr., 57, of Fall River, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Charlton Memorial Hospital.

A member of People, Inc. George enjoyed spending time with family and friends, bowling, music and dancing. George was a graduate of B.M.C. Durfee High School and was a member of the Band.

He was an avid...

May 2, 2023

Rose (Resendes) Medeiros, 102, of Tiverton, passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2023. She was the wife of the late Joseph N. Medeiros, Sr.

She was employed at the Shelburne Shirt Company. She was a member of the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union. Rose was a former member of Espirito Santo Parish and had attended the Espirito Santo...

Apr 28, 2023

Jose C. Casado, 84, of Fall River, passed away Friday, April 28, 2023.

He was the husband of Maria dos Anjos (Moniz-Costa) Casado. They shared 58 years of marriage.

Born in Furnas, Sao Miguel, Azores, he was the son of the late Jose and Maria (Sousa) Casado.

Jose was employed by TPI, Warren,...

Apr 26, 2023

Arthur E. Bienvenue, Jr., 94, of Westport, passed away at Catholic Memorial Home, Wednesday, April 26, 2023. Arthur was the husband of the late Grace A. (Doucette) Bienvenue. They shared 31 years of marriage.

An employee of Merit Dress Delivery Co. of Fall River, Arthur started as a truck driver, dispatcher and retired as a manager.