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Local Obituaries for Fall River, Bristol County and Surrounding Areas.
William A. Fink
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...
James F. Rogers, Jr.
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,...
John M. Tupaj
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...
Marc Paul Gendreau
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...
John H.P. Brightman, Jr.
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...
Antonio C. Andrade
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.
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Shirley A. (Cambra) Pineau
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...
Gayle J. (Lacourse) Gamache
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...
Frederick H. Peirce
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....
Ellenor M. (Healey) Fanning
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...
Georgelina (De Carvalho) Ribeiro
Aug 13, 2021
Georgelina (de Carvalho) Ribeiro, 76, of Fall River, wife of the late Mauricio Ribeiro, passed away Friday, August 13, 2021.
She leaves four children, Leila Libaino, Wilton Ribeiro, Leide Xavier and Eduardo Ribeiro; grandchildren, Wilton, Gabriel, Lucas, João, Filipe, Isabel, Amanda and Nehemiah, Luiza, Yasser, Isaac, Thalita, Jessica...
Paula "Penny" (Gill) Feijo
Aug 12, 2021
Paula "Penny" (Gill) Feijo, 76, of Fall River, wife of the late Paul D. Feijo, passed away Thursday, August 12, 2021.
She was a Nurse's Aide for over 40 years. She enjoyed Bingo, knitting and going to the casino.
She leaves two daughters, Robin Mathieu (husband Paul) and Donna Mathieu (husband...
Armand Desmarais
Aug 10, 2021
Armand Desmarais, 92, of Somerset, husband of Evelyn (Machado) Desmarais, passed away Tuesday, August 10, 2021.
A supervisor at Tioga Sportswear for 25 years, he also worked for Butler's Colonial Donut Shop for 40 years. He enjoyed rebuilding cars and was an avid golfer.
Besides his wife of 71...
Katherine Leary
Aug 8, 2021
Katherine E. Leary, 66, passed away August 8, 2021 while residing at Life Stream in New Bedford. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Edward F. and Neove (Stavros) Leary. She attended Nazareth Hall. She later worked at People Incorporated. She leaves three siblings Edward F. Leary Jr. of Muskegon, Michigan, Patrice Barrette of Clifton...
Theresa J. (Kruczek) Ault
Aug 8, 2021
Theresa J. (Kruczek) Ault, 94, of Warren, Rhode Island, passed into eternal life Sunday, August 8, 2021.
Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Clara (Charette) Kruczek. Theresa will be remembered as having a huge heart, often taking care of people in need, clothing and feeding them. She loved crocheting and...
Daniel P. Barselou
Aug 8, 2021
Daniel P. Barselou, 85, of Portland, Maine, formerly of Fall River, MA, husband of Paulette M. (Auclair) Malloch Barselou, passed away Sunday, August 8, 2021.
After working 25 years in the auto body business Mr. Barselou started his own business, Vinyl, Glass and Whitewall Services, doing auto cosmetics and repairs. He was self employed for 40 years...
Michael Thorpe
Aug 6, 2021
Michael Thorpe, 36, of Swansea, passed away unexpectedly Friday, August 6, 2021.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of Kenneth J. Jr. and Donna (Correira) Thorpe.
A plumber, Michael was a graduate of Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School. He enjoyed fishing, bowling and exercising at the gym. Michael was a New England...
Fatima (Demelo) Picaro
Aug 6, 2021
Fatima (DeMelo) Picaro, 67, of Tiverton, passed away Friday, August 6, 2021. She was the wife of the late Carlos H. Picaro. Born in Fenais da Ajuda, she was the daughter of the late Agostinho Pacheco DeMelo and Hinorinda (Pacheco) DeMelo. Fatima was employed in the education industry.
She leaves two sons, Neil Picaro and Joshua Picaro,...
Irene E. (Taylor) Francoeur
Aug 5, 2021
Irene E. (Taylor) Francoeur, 90, of Fall River, wife of the late Rene B. Francoeur, passed away Thursday, August 5, 2021.
A former employee of McWhirr's Dept. Store and Schnierson's, she was also a member of the Tenant Club. She enjoyed knitting, playing cards and Bingo.
She leaves two daughters Karen Rezendes (husband David) of...
Doris C. (St. Pierre) Gaudreau
Aug 3, 2021
Doris C. Gaudreau, 95, of Swansea, wife of the late Raymond Gaudreau, passed away Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at Sarah Brayton Nursing Home.
Born in Fall River, a daughter of the late Hormisdas J. St Pierre and Rhea (Melanson) St. Pierre, she lived most of her life in Swansea.
Mrs. Gaudreau...
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