OBITUARY LISTINGS

Sep 12, 2021

James H. “Jimmy” Demers, 40, of Providence, passed away on Sunday, September 12, 2021.  Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, he was the son of Henry A. Demers of Providence, RI and Marion (Dickinson) Demers of Cape Coral, Fl.

A graduate of Johnson and Wales University, he enjoyed boating.  Jimmy was a hockey fan who loved Wayne Gretzky....

Sep 12, 2021

Ruth G. Corbishley

October 8, 1943 - September 12, 2021

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear sister.

Ruth was born in Fall River to the late James S. and Claire L. Gillet. In her youth Ruth attended Fall River Schools including...

Sep 10, 2021

Elaine (Carreiro) Clark,RN,88, of Rockledge, FL, formerly of Tiverton, RI, passed away Friday, September 10, 2021.

A graduate of Union Hospital School of Nursing, she also attended the University of Rhode Island.  Elaine was employed by the State Department, the Washington Post, Northern Virginia Training Center, and the Veteran Administration.

A Vietnam veteran, Elaine served...

Sep 9, 2021

Maria A. "Artie" Borges, 77, of Fall River, passed into eternal rest Thursday, September 9, 2021 at The Oaks in New Bedford following an illness.

Born in Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel, Acores, she was the daughter of the late Liboino and Maria Teresa (Carreiro) Borges.   She was adopted and raised by the late Humberto and Maria Luisa...

Sep 7, 2021

Rita M.(Kelly) Cavanaugh, 91, of Fall River, wife of the late Henry J. Cavanaugh, passed away Tuesday, September 7, 2021.

Born in Fall River, the daughter of the late John and Lauretta (Caouette) Kelly, she lived in Ansonia and Derby, CT for 15 years, returning to Fall River in the early 1970’s. A member of the Third...

Sep 6, 2021

Charles H. Peladeau, 88, of Tiverton, husband of Martha W. (Russell) Peladeau, passed away Monday, September 6, 2021. He was the son of the late Dr. Rosa and Juliette (Fortin) Peladeau.

Charles was employed by New England Sinai Hospital, Stoughton.  A member of Somerset Sportsmans Club, he enjoyed scuba diving and going to estate sales.  He was...

Sep 6, 2021

Arlene M. (Travers) Eckard, 88, of Swansea, formerly of Somerset, entered into eternal rest Monday, September 6, 2021.

She was the wife of the late Burt H. Eckard.

Her family and friends meant the world to her.

Born in Fall River she was the daughter of the late Gabriel and Edna (Langner) Travers....

Sep 4, 2021

Wallace S. Campbell, 64, of Fall River, passed unexpectedly on Sept. 4, 2021. Born in Silver Springs, Maryland on Jan. 5, 1957 to loving parents Kenneth and Catherine Campbell, Wally filled the lives of those around him with joy. Wally graduated Diman Regional Technical Institute (now Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School) in 1976, focusing on Graphic Arts, and...

Sep 2, 2021

Maria Grace (Pereira Jacob) Meneses, 55, of Fall River, devoted wife of Jose A. Meneses, passed away at Saint Anne's Hospital after an illness.

Born in St. Michael, Azores, she was the daughter of Manuel Victorino Jacob and Maria Alice Pereira of St. Michael.   She was employed as a chef. A devoted Catholic, Maria's sons and grandchildren...

Aug 31, 2021

Theresa C. (Medeiros) Fernandes, 80, of Tiverton, passed away Tuesday, August 31, 2021 . She was the wife of the late Alfred "Fred" Fernandes. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Barbara (Roies) Medeiros; she previously worked as a medical secretary at various medical offices in the Fall River area.  She enjoyed gardening...

Aug 30, 2021

William "Bill" A. Fink, 83, of Lexington South Carolina, passed away Monday August 30, 2021 at Lexington Medical Center. William was born in Iselin, New Jersey to the late George & Louise Fink. A United States Navy veteran, William served during the Vietnam War in the Seabee Battalion (CB40). He later was employed as the Maintenance Supervisor at Naval...

Aug 23, 2021

James “Jim” Francis Rogers, Jr., 75, of Fall River, MA passed away Monday, August 23, 2021 surrounded by the love and comfort of his family.

The son of the late Lena “Lee” (Gauthier) and James F. Rogers, Sr., Jim was born and raised in Tiverton, RI.  He was a 1964 graduate of Rogers High School in Newport,...

Aug 22, 2021

John M. Tupaj, 79, of Fall River, husband of Cynthia (Berube) Tupaj, passed away Sunday, August 22, 2021.

A machine operator at Lightolier for many years, he was known for his hard work ethic. He enjoyed Bingo, traveling to New Hampshire and being outdoors.

Besides his wife of 48 years, he...

Aug 21, 2021

Marc Paul Gendreau, 44, of Fall River, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, August 21, 2021.  Born in Fall River he was the son of Lucien R. and Phyllis J. (Subica) Gendreau.

Marc's hobbies included Trivia and listening to oldies.  He cherished time spent with his family, close friends and his cat Loops.

Besides his...

Aug 20, 2021

John H.P. Brightman, Jr. 83, of Fall River,  husband of Nancy A. (Desmarais) Brightman passed away Friday, August 20, 2021.

He owned and operated Brightman Lumber Co., of Assonet, where he cherished working alongside his family.  He enjoyed going to the casino and spending time with his dog Daisy, his faithful companion who always loved to be...

Aug 19, 2021

Antonio C. Andrade, 54, beloved husband of Lucy (Aguiar) Andrade, passed away at Charlton Memorial Hospital on Thursday, August 19, 2021.

Born in Ponta Delgada, St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of the late Carlos and Isaura (Raposo) Andrade.

Employed as a journeyman in the HVAC industry, he was also a truck driver.

Aug 19, 2021

Shirley A. (Cambra) Pineau, 77, of Fall River, passed away Thursday, August 19, 2021.

A Bus Monitor for Tremblay's Bus Co., Fall River Public Schools, she also owned and operated AJ Photo in Pawtucket, RI. She worked for Fotomat, Pickwick Records in Somerset, Andells Cookie Factory, Cotton Mills Fall River, K Ellis Photos and Darwood...

Aug 18, 2021

Gayle J. (Lacourse) Gamache, of Fall River, wife of the late Lt. Marc J. Gamache, FRFD, Ret., passed away Wednesday, August 18, 2021.

She was an administrator for the Department of Employment. She enjoyed gardening and taking care of her grandson.

She leaves a daughter, Lori E. Quinn; a grandson, Brayden...

Aug 17, 2021

Frederick H. Peirce, 71, of Fall River, husband of Deborah M. (Dupre) Peirce, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 17, 2021.

Prior to retirement, he worked as a warehouse manager for PSS (Physicians Sales & Service) in Wareham, MA. Prior to that, he also held warehouse responsibilities for GTE....

Aug 16, 2021

Ellenor M. "Ellie" (Healey) Fanning, 97, of Fall River,  wife of the late John F. Fanning, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2021.

A licensed Practical Nurse, she was employed by Union Hospital and Charlton Memorial Hospital, where she later volunteered in the gift shop until she was 82.  She was past president of Spencer Borden P.T.A.,past...