OBITUARY LISTINGS

Jul 14, 2020

Thomas N. Tanous, 92, of Swansea, husband of the late Jacqueline (Wood) Tanous, passed away in his sleep Tuesday, July 14, 2020.

Born at home in 1928 in the Flint section of Fall River to Najaim and Eugenie “Jenny” (Sabra) Tanous, he moved to the corner of Pine and Tremont in 1932. It was there...

Jul 14, 2020

May (Dymoke) Phenix, 85, departed this world on July 14, 2020 at Charlton Memorial Hospital.

She was born in Warrenton, VA, the daughter of the late Frances (Fletcher) and Edward Mansell Dymoke.

Later, she moved to Texas where she met her husband, Donald P. Phenix, who was stationed with the Army at Mineral Wells,TX.

Jul 12, 2020

Leon A. Lupachini, Sr., 76, of Tiverton, husband of Doreen C. (Levrault) Lupachini, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2020.

A truck driver for many years, he enjoyed gardening and was a baseball coach for Maplewood Park for over 10 years.

Besides his wife of 43 years, he leaves four children, Jason...

Jul 7, 2020

Jose S. Lima, 64, of Fall River, husband of Maria G. (Cordeiro) Lima, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on July 7, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer.

He enjoyed working in his yard and spending time with his family and grandsons.

Besides his wife of 41 years,...

Jul 5, 2020

Gertrude C. (Levesque) Cote, 91 years old, from Fall River, MA died peacefully on Sunday, July 5, 2020.

She was the loving wife of 69 years of the late George A. Cote.

Daughter of the late Augustine and Leonie Levesque, mother of Linda C. Hague and Paul R. Cote (wife Anne...

Jul 3, 2020

Brandon A. Martin, 31, of Swansea, passed away Friday, July 3, 2020.

He had a passion for music and was an excellent musician. He loved sports and cooking for his family, but most of all his true joy was spending time with his son. He had an infectious smile and could make anyone...

Jul 2, 2020

Jay Raymond Morrissette, Jr., 46, of Fall River, passed into eternal rest after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, July 2, 2020, with his family by his side. He was Diman Regional High School graduate who was previously employed in the electrical field.  Jay was known for his love of drawing, watching Law & Order and his extensive...

Jun 30, 2020

Robert L. Medeiros, 60, of Somerset, husband of Judy A. Medeiros, passed into eternal life on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at home with his family by his side.

He was the son of Margaretha “Gretel” (Pitra) Medeiros and the late Louis V. Medeiros.

An employee of the City of Fall River and the Fall River...

Jun 29, 2020

Yvette C. (Berube) Sullivan, 81, of Fall River, wife of the late William Sullivan, passed away Monday, June 29, 2020.

A cook for Fall River Nursing Home and a dietary aide for Catholic Memorial Home, she was an avid Red Sox fan, loved country music and spending time with family and listening to her police...

Jun 28, 2020

Jacinto S. “Jesse” Janeiro, 64, of Fall River, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2020 at his sister in laws home in Taunton, MA. Born in Ribeirinha, St.Michael, Azores, Portugal, he was the son of the late Jesuina (Pimentel) Janeiro and Lucindo Janeiro.    A construction worker, he enjoyed  carpentry, fishing, gardening, dancing and spending time with family and friends....

Jun 28, 2020

Aurelio Roland Mello, 89, of Fall River, husband of the late Lorraine (Tavares) Mello, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2020 surrounded by his family.

Roland worked as a Construction Forman in his earlier years. He was also a cook for A.R.A. Food Services and a Maintenance supervisor for Stanley Street Treatment and Resource Center.

Jun 28, 2020

Vincent A. Campbell, 83, of Doolan Apartments, formerly of Anthony St. Fall River, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2020.  He was the husband of the late Mary Elaine (McCoy) Campbell.

A graduate of Diman Regional High School, he was employed by Mason's Furniture and Modern Galleries.  He was a Boy Scout leader for many years.  An...

Jun 27, 2020

Evelyn M. (Souza) Teixeira, 63, of Fall River, wife of Laudalino P. "Lennie" Teixeira, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2020.

She was a great cook and homemaker and enjoy drawing, painting and listening to country music.

Besides her husband of 46 years, she leaves a son, Gabriel Teixeira (wife Jennifer) of...

Jun 27, 2020

Rita Diana Beaulieu, age 86, passed on Saturday, June 27, 2020. She was born in New Bedford but lived most of her life in Fall River.

Rita will be remembered for her contagious laugh and remarkable sense of humor. She was an Army veteran and was very proud of her service during the Korean War. She loved...

Jun 24, 2020

Linda L. (Hunt) Pineau, 79, of Fall River, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2020.

She was the wife of the late Richard Pineau and the daughter of the late Charles Hunt and Adeline (Houghton) Camara.

Linda leaves several children, grandchildren, brothers and nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to a ...

Jun 24, 2020

Laurent F. “Larry” Poirier, 81, of Somerset, formerly of Fall River,passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, June 24, 2020.

He was an owner of Poirier Automobile, and was a director of Poirier Realty, Inc. A Navy veteran of the Cuban Missile Crisis, he served on the US Kitty Hawk aircraft carrier.

He was...

Jun 21, 2020

Roland J. Rapoza, 80, of Tiverton, husband of the late Claudette (St. Laurent) Rapoza, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2020.

He loved cars, boats, going to the casino and playing cards, especially poker.

He leaves a daughter, Debra LePage of Tiverton; two grandchildren, John LePage of Tiverton and Brenda LePage of...

Jun 21, 2020

Dorothy (Cardoza) Gallant, 89, of Somerset, formerly of New Bedford, wife of the late Camille Gallant, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2020 due to complications of COVID-19.

She was a wonderful mother and lived for her grandchildren.

She leaves two daughters, Susan Ferreira (husband Abel) of Tiverton and Cynthia Gordon (husband...

Jun 17, 2020

Joseph  V. "Roger" Levesque, FRFD, Ret., 84, of Fall River, husband of the late Jeanne D. (Patenaude) Levesque, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2020.

A Firefighter for the City of Fall River for 33 1/2 years, he was also an Army Veteran. He loved to ride motorcycles and spend time with his family, especially his...

Jun 17, 2020

Violante (Reis) Rocha, 102, of Somerset Ridge Center, formerly of Hope St., Fall River, wife of the late Silvano J. Rocha, passed away June 17, 2020.

Born in Mosteiros, São Miguel, Açores, she loved to cook, embroider doilies and also made many crocheted blankets for her family.

She leaves a daughter...