OBITUARY LISTINGS

Mar 14, 2023

William Joseph Alexander, 78, of Somerset, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Edmund C. Alexander, Jr. and Georgianna (Rapoza-Mello) Alexander; He was employed in the logistics industry and had served in the Marine Corps.  Bill was a graduate of Somerset High School, Class of 1963.  He...

Mar 8, 2023

Louis Roger Charest, 94, a proud veteran of World War II, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Known to family as Roger but to his many friends and coworkers as Louis, he was born on May 7th, 1928 in Fall River, to the late Aurel J. and Ida (Michaud) Charest. In his youth, Louis was an avid...

Mar 7, 2023

Rayna A. (Maltais) Cipollini, age 80, of Westport Harbor, formerly of Fall River, passed away peacefully surrounded by her adoring family on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Arthur Maltais and Lucille Maltais-DiSanto and wife of the late John Francis Cipollini.

Rayna was a graduate of BMC Durfee High School, Class of...

Mar 7, 2023

Michael Joseph Richard, 69, of Somerset, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023 after a long, admiral battle with cancer.

Michael is survived and missed by his loving wife Suzanne M. (Cote) Richard of 43 years; and his son and daughter-in-law, Jay M. Richard and Lisa Richard of Fairhaven. He will be forever cherished and remembered by his...

Mar 6, 2023

David J. “Papa” Chaunt, 61, of Somerset, passed away peacefully Monday, March 6, 2023.

He was employed by Eaton Corporation, Rumford, for the past 42 years. David was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. His family always came first. A great man, he was treasured by many. He was Amazon’s greatest customer.

He was the...

Mar 5, 2023

George Gagnon, 85, of New Bedford, formerly of Fall River, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023. He was the husband of the late Nancy (Danis) Gagnon and the late Irene (Gardner) Gagnon. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army.

George leaves three children, Catherine M. McCrorey (husband Thomas), Michael Gagnon and Peter Gagnon (wife Karla); six...

Mar 3, 2023

Louise L. (Bouchard) Slean, 90, of Tiverton, formerly of Fall River, wife of 66 years of the late Sgt. William L. Slean, FRPD, Ret., passed away Friday, March 3, 2023, 6 days after her loving husband.

She was formerly employed by Anderson-Little for 32 years until she retired to watch her grandchildren. A devoted Catholic, Louise was...

Mar 3, 2023

Theresa Lariviere, 65, of Fall River, passed away Friday, March 3, 2023.

She was the daughter of the late Roland and Margaret (O’Brien) Lariviere.

Theresa was employed in the Cosmetic industry.  She was the sweetest, kindest person you could meet.  She was an avid animal and nature lover who enjoyed art,...

Mar 2, 2023

Augustino Gagliardi Jr, 89 of Fall River, MA passed away Thursday, March 2 surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of the late Annette Gagliardi, to whom he was married for 63 wonderful years. Gus was born in Fall River to the late Augustino and Irene (Raposo) Gagliardi. Gus is predeceased by his brother Frank Gagliardi, sister...

Feb 27, 2023

Daniel R. “Danny” Barbosa, 74, of Fall River, husband of Margarida (Costa) Barbosa,  passed away Monday, February 27, 2023.

Born in Lomba da Cruz, Fazenda de Nordeste, St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of Valentina (Raposo) Barbosa and the late Joaquim Barbosa.

He was employed as a processing engineer for Chase Coating & Laminating...

Feb 26, 2023

Adriano Morais, 84, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2023.

He was the husband of Maria J. (Alpiom) Morias. They shared 58 years of marriage.

Born in Beira Alta, Portugal, he was the son of the late Maria R. Morais and Manuel M. DaCosta.  He served in the Portuguese Army and was a...

Feb 25, 2023

Sgt. William L. Slean, Jr. FRPD, Ret., 90, of Tiverton, formerly of Fall River, passed away Saturday, February 25, 2023. He was the loving husband of Louise L. (Bouchard) Slean. William (Bill) served the City of Fall River for 30 years as a police officer, earning the rank of Sergeant. He also was head of the Vice and Intelligence...

Feb 23, 2023

Mark Bohun, 50, of Fall River, son of the late Paula J. (Perry) Bohun and Richard N. Bohun, Sr., passed away February 23, 2023.

He leaves a son, Jason Dean Bohun, a brother, Richard N. Bohun, Jr.  and aunts and uncles.

Arrangements were private.  He was buried with his parents at Notre Dame Cemetery.

Feb 22, 2023

Jose M. Pavao, 57, of Fall River, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of Lori A. (Burton) Pavao.  They shared 40 years of marriage.

Born in St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of Valdomira E. (Tavares) Pavao and the late Jose C. Pavao.  He came to...

Feb 20, 2023

Ronald Ray Pickens, 75, retired United States Postal Service worker from New Bedford, formerly of Fall River passed away Monday, February 20, 2023 at Charlton Memorial Hospital.

An Army veteran of the Vietnam War, Ronald had also served in the military for 15 years including being stationed in Korea and various parts of the United States.

Feb 17, 2023

Dawn A. (Baker) Dailey, 56, of Fall River, passed away Friday, February 17, 2023.

She was the wife of the late Kevin Dailey. They shared 15 years of marriage, and 20 years of companionship.

Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Merrill Lee “Sonny” Baker and Catherine “Kitty” (Khoury) Baker (husband...

Feb 16, 2023

Robin Edward "Rockin Robin" Amaral, 69, Seafood broker and graduate of Diman High School, of Fall River, passed into eternal life Thursday, February 16, 2023.

Born in New Bedford, he was the son of the late Doris B. (Rioux) King and Edward Amaral and the stepson of the late Robert King.

He loved rooting for...

Feb 16, 2023

Robert O. Gendron, 83, of Westport, MA, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2023 after a long battle with Dementia.  Born on March 14, 1939 to the late Alfred A. and Loretta (Ratte) Gendron. He was the husband of Louise (Gamache) Gendron.

He graduated from Monsignor Coyle High School, class of 1956 and he attended Indiana Technical College....

Feb 12, 2023

N. Pauline (Chagnon) Tremblay, 94,  passed away Sunday, February 12, 2023.

She was the wife of the late Edmond P. Tremblay. She leaves five children, Edmond P. Tremblay, Jr. (wife Karen), Janet Misturado (husband Horace), Mark L. Tremblay (wife Jennifer), Christine Sumner (partner Josh) and Elizabeth Bell (husband Kevin); grandchildren, Laura, Matthew, Jason, Jessica, Kimberly, Andrew, Amanda,...

Feb 12, 2023

Kelly L. Andrade, 49, of Taunton, passed into eternal life Sunday, February 12, 2023 at Morton Hospital following a long illness.

Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Barbara (Andrade) Rancourt and the late Howard Ferrini.

She had been employed as a CNA in the nursing home industry.  A good friend,...