OBITUARY LISTINGS

Mar 1, 2021

Leonardo R. Lugo, 34, of New Bedford, formerly of Fall River, passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021 at Beth Israel Hospital, Boston, after a long illness. He was the husband of Reneé L. (Almond) Lugo.  Born in Bayamón, Puerto Rico, the son of Natalia Gutierrez and the late Reyes Lugo, he moved to Massachusetts in 2001.

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Mar 1, 2021

Mark A. Delisle, Sr., 63, of Fall River, husband of Cheryl A. (Medeiros) Delisle, passed away on Monday March 1, 2021.

He was a roofer for the Local Roofers Union #33. His family meant the most to him, especially his granddaughters. He enjoyed going to Flea Markets with his wife every Sunday.

Besides his wife...

Feb 28, 2021

Evelyn (Fata) Moreira, 89, of Middle St. Fall River, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at her home.

Born in Fall River, she was the wife of the late Joseph “Joe Bud” Moreira and the daughter of the late Fred and Germaine (Audette) Fata.

Evelyn was employed by Pilgrim Curtain, Amy Lynn Manufacturing,...

Feb 27, 2021

Adam Luz, 38, lost his battle with addiction on Saturday, February 27th 2021.

Adam was born on December 20th, 1982 and lived in Florida for a few years after graduating from B.M.C. Durfee High School. He then settled in Boston.

He is survived by his son, Elijah Luz of Bloomingdale, GA;...

Feb 27, 2021

Paul H. Auclair, 89, of Tiverton, RI, passed away on February 27th, 2021. He was the husband of Noreen (Denardo) Auclair. Paul was born in Fall River, the son of the late Francois-Xavier Auclair and the late Valeda (Leboeuf) Auclair.

He was employed for thirty years by the former Brayton Point Power plant in Somerset. He was...

Feb 27, 2021

Fortunata (DiResta) Suppappola, 92, of Fall River passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2021, at home.  She was the devoted wife of Ubaldo Suppappola with whom she was married for 71 years.

Born in Fontonaradina, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Giovanni and Maria (Pietro) DiResta.  She married, had two sons, then remained in Italy...

Feb 24, 2021

Jennifer Garant Paiva, 48, of Fall River, MA, passed away peacefully at home on February 24, 2021 after a long battle with illness. Jennifer was born January 26, 1973 in Fall River. She was raised by her mother Mary Ann (Prato) Palumbo and her late father David Palumbo. She had an older sister Christine (Garant) Schromm and a younger...

Feb 22, 2021

Duarte M. Aguiar, 55, of Fall River, passed away unexpectedly Monday, February 22, 2021.

He was an employee of Korber Hats for 25+ years. Duarte was funny and always telling jokes, he always had a positive attitude and would help those in need. He loved fishing at Elephant Rock and camping on the beach with...

Feb 20, 2021

Joao M. Rezendes, 78, of Fall River, husband of Maria D. (Melo) Rezendes, passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021.

Born in Feteira Pequena, Nordeste, St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of the late Angelo and Maria (Pacheco) Rezendes.

Joao was formerly employed by Duro Manufacturing.  He was a Benfica Soccer fan.  Joao was...

Feb 18, 2021

David P. Fournier, 52, of Fall River, passed away at Saint Anne’s Hospital on Thursday, February 18, 2021.

Dave was an all around great guy, a jack of all trades, always quick to lend a helping hand. He would give the shirt off his back to anyone who needed it. He cared deeply for his family and...

Feb 16, 2021

Paul A. Frazer, 66, of New Bedford, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021.

He served in the US Air Force. An employee of Globe Manufacturing for many years, he enjoyed Blackjack, fishing and was a coach for baseball at Maplewood Park and Bayside. He also enjoyed cooking, gardening, watching the Discovery Channel and socializing with...

Feb 15, 2021

Richard C. Clark, 87, of Fall River, formerly of Westport, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021.

A talent producer for his company, Affiliate Artists, for classical performing arts for 20+ years, he was a member of several prestigous clubs in New York city. He taught briefly at BCC in his retirement. He had a lifelong...

Feb 14, 2021

James J. Holland, 88, of Fall River, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2021 at Carvalho Grove Nursing Home.

He was the son of the late William and Rose (Gangwich) Holland, the brother of the late John Holland and the uncle of David Roy, who he dearly loved.

He was a...

Feb 9, 2021

Joan M. (Paruch) Budzisz, 94, of Fall River, wife of the late Matthew M. Budzisz, passed away February 9, 2021.

She had a passion and love for her animals and was an amazing cook.

She is survived by her nephew, Henry J. Paruch, II (wife Joy) of East Falmouth and a...

Feb 9, 2021

Jeanne T. (Ouellette) Goulet, 93, of Autumn Glenn, Dartmouth, formerly of Westport, Massachusetts, passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2021.  She was the wife of the late Normand E. Goulet.

A hairdresser, she owned Jeanne’s Beauty Salon, Westport and was previously employed by the Gold Room Beauty Shop, Fall River.  She had also been employed by Anderson...

Feb 7, 2021

Aline A. (Rioux) Larrivee, 89, of Warren, formerly of Larrivee PL, Fall River, wife of the late Roland G. Larrivee for 65 years, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2021. Born in Fall River, MA, she was a graduate of the Dominican Academy and was a member of the ILGWU.

She is survived by her brother, Donald Rioux...

Feb 5, 2021

Delia Branco, of Fall River, went peacefully home to the Lord on February 5, 2021 at the age of 94 in the presence of her loving family. Delia was predeceased by her husband August Branco, her parents Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Carreiro, her sister Tony Camara and her beloved grandson Jeffrey Branco. Delia cherished her son Kenneth and his...

Feb 3, 2021

Marc L. Garant, 63, of Fall River, husband of Denise A. (Cote) Garant, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, February 3, 2021.

A longtime carpenter, he loved playing poker and was in multiple area leagues. He enjoyed fishing, boating, and spending time with family.

Besides his wife of 44 years, he...

Feb 3, 2021

Thomas “Tommy” Angelini passed away after a brief illness on February 3, 2021 at the age of 64. Born and raised in Fall River, Massachusetts he was the son of the late William and Lucille (Gagnon) Angelini. Tommy was a graduate of BMC Durfee High School Class of 1974. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy. He...

Feb 2, 2021

John G. Burgess, 83, of Fall River, husband of Claire E. (Lachance) Burgess, passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2021.

Besides his wife of 61 years he leaves four children, Donna Cote (husband Jeffrey), Michael Burgess (wife Dorothy), Kathleen Aubin and Sharon Burgess; grandchildren, Christopher Aubin (wife Lindsey), Eric Burgess, Meghan Cote and Erin Cote; three great-grandchildren,...