OBITUARY LISTINGS

Mar 25, 2023

Roland “Pépère” Malenfant, 93, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023, at home, with his family by his side.

He was the husband of the late Adelina “Ida” (Oliveira) Malenfant.

Roland was employed by the former Cliff Heights Nursing Home, Fall River, retiring in 1994.  A seasonal camper at Westport Campgrounds, Roland enjoyed...

Mar 24, 2023

Andre O. Bernier, 89, of Somerset, formerly of Fall River, MA. passed away with his family by his side March 24, 2023.

Andre was the son of the late Omer O. Bernier and Germaine H. (Rivard) Bernier.

He was the husband of Pierrette (Boisvert) Bernier with whom he shared 60 years of marriage.

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Mar 23, 2023

Alice E. (Bouchard) Pereira, 85, of Fall River, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023.

She was the wife of the late Edmond Pereira and the daughter of the late Joseph G. and Jane (McElroy) Bouchard.

Alice was a retired employee of Lightolier, Fall River.

She leaves a son, Edmond Pereira, and his wife...

Mar 22, 2023

Mary A. (Ozimek) Weber, 95, of Fall River, passed into eternal rest Wednesday, March 22, 2023.  She was the wife of the late Stanley E. Weber and the daughter of the late Joseph and Rozalia (Skrzypek) Ozimek.

Mary was a longtime parishioner of Saint Stanislaus Parish.  A member of I.L.G.W.U., Mary was a garment worker for many...

Mar 20, 2023

Emile J. “Pete” Pinault, Jr. 94, of Fall River, husband of Jorgina (Viveiros) Pinault, passed away Monday, March 20, 2023.

A lifelong career in plumbing, he was employed by Henry Ouellette Plumbing and also owned Pleasant Plumbing and Heating. He then became the Plumbing Foreman at UMass, Dartmouth.

He was a Scout Leader of Troop...

Mar 16, 2023

Donald J. Rioux, 67, of Westport, passed into eternal life surrounded by family on Thursday, March 16, 2023.

In 1989, he became an employee of Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Newport. Donald traveled the world with the Torpedo Recovery Team before his retirement in 2019. A knowledgeable sports fan, Donald also played baseball and softball.

He...

Mar 14, 2023

Yvette J. (Lambert) Lima, 90, of Somerset, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

She was the wife of the late George Lima, the daughter of the late Emile and Bernadette (Perrault) Lambert, and the sister of the late Loretta B. Cabral.

Yvette was employed by Anderson-Little. She leaves a nephew, Alan Cabral.

Arrangements...

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.