OBITUARY LISTINGS

Michael P. Marchessault, Jr.

Oct 18, 2020

Michael P. Marchessault, Jr., 50, passed into eternal rest at home on Sunday, October 18, 2020, following a lengthy illness.

Previously employed by Tillotson Rubber and American Dryer, Michael also worked in the landscaping industry.

He was the son of the late Michael P. Marchessault, Sr. and Elaine M. Lecuyer Fall River; step-son of Robert...

Dorothy "Dot" (Souza) Cunha

Oct 15, 2020

Dorothy “Dot” (Souza) Cunha, 93, of 666 State Rd., Westport, passed peacefully Thursday October 15, 2020.

She was born in Fall River and a lifelong Westport resident.

Dot loved her daily Dunkin coffee, knitting, puzzles, cooking, and dogs; especially Stewie & Oscar.

She worked at Cornell Dubilier as a soldering technician, Lincoln Park,...

Archie T. Los

Oct 13, 2020

Archie T. Los, 92, of Tiverton, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020.

He was the husband of Kazuko Los.  Archie met his wife during his time serving overseas.  They were married in 1957 in Tokyo at the US Embassy.  He was a Navy veteran of WWII, the Korean War and the Vietnam War.  Prior to his...

Alice M. Freeman

Oct 12, 2020

Alice M. (Duarte) Freeman, 89, of Fall River, formerly of Swansea, passed into eternal life on Monday, October 12, 2020.

She was employed by Firestone Rubber Company.

She was the mother of James Alan Freeman, Betty Lomax and the late Christopher Alan Freeman; the grandmother of Angela Galli and Heather Lomax; the great-grandmother of Ashton...

River Jay Monteiro

Oct 10, 2020

River Jay Monteiro, infant son of Carla Rollocks and Terell Monteiro, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2020 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. He was born October 10th, 2020 at 8:40 AM.

Although his life here on earth was short, he was loved and cherished by many. He will continued to be loved and remembered for the...

William E. Tansey Iii

Oct 10, 2020

William Edward Tansey III passed away on Oct. 10, 2020 in Fall River, Mass, at the age of 66.

He was born Feb. 25, 1954 as the eldest child to William and Barbara.

Bill was a strong personality with a presence that everyone felt when he entered the room. He enjoyed working with his hands,...

Karen M. (O'Neil) Costa

Oct 8, 2020

Karen Marie (O’Neil) Costa, 61, of Somerset, MA passed away on October 8, 2020 surrounded by her loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. Karen was born on August 8, 1959, in Fall River, and attended Sts. Peter and Paul School and Bishop Gerard High School. She married her high school sweetheart David B. Costa in 1979 and...

Doreen L. (Swain) Jean

Oct 1, 2020

Doreen L. (Swain) Jean, 73, of Tiverton, wife of Raymond L. Jean, passed away Thursday, October 1, 2020.

She was a former administrative assistant for Globe Assembly and Fall River Family Services, who loved people and spending time with her grandchildren.

Besides her husband of 51 years, she is survived by...

Leo R. Hamel

Sep 30, 2020

Leo R. Hamel, 85, of Fall River, husband of 56 years of Muriel (Pelletier) Hamel, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2020.

He was employed by the former Slater Paper Box, Home Depot and Schwartz Ace Hardware.

Leo was a graduate of La Salette Seminary and La Salette College.  He was a Forth Degree member...

Annette L. (Lussier) Gagliardi

Sep 29, 2020

Annette L. Gagliardi, 85 passed away Tuesday September 29th at Charlton Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of Augustino Gagliardi, Jr. for 63 wonderful years. Annette was born in Fall River along with her brother Pierre and was the daughter of the late Raoul G. and Lorretta (Lefebvre) Lussier, also of Fall River.

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Lucien R. Blanchette

Sep 29, 2020

Lucien R. Blanchette, 79, of Westport, husband of Simone (Binette) Blanchette, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2020.

He served as a US Veteran for 27 years in the Marines, Army and National Guard. He was also an LPN for several hospitals including Paul Dever, Corrigan and Union Hospital and a few other nursing homes. He...

David R. Hamel

Sep 28, 2020

David R. Hamel, 60, of Fall River, passed away Monday, September 28, 2020.

A graduate of Bristol Agricultural High School, he worked for Jenning's Autobody and other automotive companies in MA. He enjoyed working on cars doing autobody and was an excellent mechanic.

He leaves a son, Lucas Hamel; his mother, Constance (Botelho) Hamel; a...

Pauline Copeland

Sep 26, 2020

Pauline Copeland, 79, of Fall River, wife of Dennis J. McGee, passed away Saturday, September 26, 2020.

Pauline was born in Fall River on February 24, 1941. She worked many years for Aetna Insurance and as a counselor for Stepping Stone Inc. First and foremost, Pauline was a dedicated wife and mother. She treasured her...

Walter Kraska

Sep 25, 2020

Walter Kraska, 89, of Swansea, husband of Alice P. (St. Amour) Kraska, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, September 25, 2020.

Walter was born on March 22, 1931, to the late Martin and Tekla (Gnyp) Kraska, and raised in Fall River. After graduating from B.M.C. Durfee High School in 1949, he enlisted in...

Mary F. (Fallows) Bissaro

Sep 24, 2020

Mary E. Bissaro, 82, of Fall River, passed away September 24, 2020.

Born in Fall River on December 30, 1937, daughter of Mary (Regan) Fallows and Harry Fallows also of Fall River. Wife of 63 years to Dino A. Bissaro of Fall River.

She raised 3 children, Diane Bissaro of Watertown...

Paul M. Couto Ii

Sep 23, 2020

Paul M. "Couto" Couto II, 50, of Tiverton, passed away in Fall River on September 23, 2020.

A US Veteran of the Army Air Force, he was also a real estate agent for Century 21. He loved to build things such as radio speakers, fish and especially spending time with his family.

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Armand Gagne

Sep 22, 2020

Armand “Chuck” Gagne, 102, of Middletown, formerly of Tiverton, husband of the late Jeannette “Jean” (Gauthier) Gagne, entered into rest, Sep. 22, 2020.

Staff Sargent Gagne, was a proud Army combat veteran of WW II. He and a partner founded and managed DunRite Cleaners in Fall River. Later he was furniture merchandiser for the former Mason’s Furniture...

Anita (Croteau) Menard

Sep 22, 2020

Anita (Croteau) Menard, 86, of Swansea, wife of the late Morel Menard, passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2020.

A sewing machine operator for many years, she enjoyed sewing, crafting and her dogs. She was very involved in activities at Holy Trinity Church.

She was the mother of Susan Parker (husband Henry)...

Evan Afonso Couto

Sep 21, 2020

Evan Afonso Couto, 25, of Assonet, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 21, 2020 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the beloved son of the late Jessica (Rosa) Mayhew, stepson of Dana M. Mayhew and son of Brian T. Couto (fiancée Melinda Vieira).

Evan attended Fall River  Public Schools and graduated from the Meeting Street-The...

Janet K. (Nickerson) Frederick

Sep 21, 2020

Janet K. (Nickerson) Frederick, 86, of Fall River, wife of the late Robert A. "Bobby" Frederick, passed away Monday, September 21, 2020.

A bank teller for many years, she was an avid knitter and a member of the Tiverton Senior Center.

She leaves three sons, Michael P. Frederick, David W. Frederick...