OBITUARY LISTINGS

Brian M. Alves

Sep 20, 2020

Brian M. Alves, 51, of Fall River, husband of Joanne (Frances) Alves, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2020 surrounded by his family after a brave battle with cancer.

Brian had a great love for cars and anything to do with cars especially his truck. Brian was a huge NASCAR fan. He enjoyed the Bruins and...

Frank D. "Chip" Sprague

Sep 19, 2020

Frank D. "Chip" Sprague, 64, of Fall River, husband of Rosalyn A. (Mello) Sprague, passed away Saturday, September 19, 2020.

A veteran of the US Air Force, he worked in the sand mines for many years. He was an avid fisherman who always went out of his way to find time to cast whenever he...

James F. Pimental

Sep 18, 2020

James F. Pimental, 87, of Tiverton, passed into eternal life at his home, surrounded by his family members on Friday September 18th, 2020.

Born in Fall River, the son of the late James Pimental, Sr. and the late Mary (Freitas) Pimental, he lived in Tiverton most of his life. He was the loving husband of Lucette (Bastien)...

Joseph F. Mcgrady Iii

Sep 15, 2020

Joseph F. McGrady III, 100, husband of the late Rita G. (Chapdelaine) McGrady, formerly of Hanover St., Fall River, passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2020. Employed by MBTA as an operations analyst, he enjoyed football and golf. He and his wife wintered in Marco Island, FL for many years.

Joseph was a former communicant and lector at...

Gerard L. Tremblay, Jr.

Sep 13, 2020

Gerard L. Tremblay, Jr., 70, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2020.

A graduate of Monsignor Prevost High School class of 68 and A graduate of UMass Dartmouth, he was a huge history buff and loved to read.

He leaves three siblings, Robert Tremblay of Pawtucket, RI. Anne-Marie Sardinha...

Phyllis A. Manville Depin

Sep 13, 2020

Phyllis A. Manville Depin 85, of Tiverton, RI, daughter of the late Phillip R. Manville and Catherine (O’Neil) Manville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 13, 2020 at John Clarke Nursing Center, Middletown RI.

Phyllis was a graduate of Mt. Saint Mary’s Academy, Fall River, MA, where she made many lifelong friends. Phyllis then went into the...

Claire R. (Peloquin) Mercier

Sep 12, 2020

Claire R. (Peloquin) Mercier, 90, of Westport, wife of the late Henry "Hank" Mercier, passed away peacefully Saturday, September 12, 2020 in her home surrounded by her devoted family. A long-time resident of Westport, Claire had been a caregiver for numerous children and elderly adults.

She leaves four children, Pamela Talbot of Oceanside, CA, Steve...

Carol A. Bernier

Sep 5, 2020

Carol A. Bernier, 68, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2020. She was previously an employee of Slater Paper Box Co., St. Anne's Hospital and Northeast Buffinton Box Co. She was an avid fan of Jeopary, Wheel of Fortune and the Rolling Stones, especially Mick Jagger. She enjoyed adult coloring, traveling, going out to eat and she...

Jacqueline Louise (Reinelt) Bartoga

Sep 2, 2020

Jacqueline L. (Reinelt) Bartoga, 79, of Fall River, wife of the late Leonard J. Bartoga, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, September 2, 2020. She leaves five children, Lynn Rapoza (husband Anthony) of Sanbornville, NH, Susan Botelho (husband George) of Swansea, Colleen May of Fall River, Robert Holland, Sr. (wife Mary) of Providence and Kathleen Bartoga (wife...

Lucille (Fournier) Martel

Sep 1, 2020

Lucille (Fournier) Martel, 98, of Fall River, wife of the late George E. Martel, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2020. She was employed by Beacon Garment and was a member of Holy Name Parish.

She leaves a daughter, Claudette A. Marcoux (husband Joseph),

a sister, Yvette Andrade; grandsons, Robert Marcoux and Jeffrey Marcoux (wife...

Frank M. Bardan, Sr.

Aug 27, 2020

Frank M. Bardan, Sr., 73, of Fall River, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020.

A glass glaser for many years, he worked for the former Graham Glass and most recently, Masse Glass.

He leaves four sons, Brian Bardan of No. Dartmouth, Shawn Bardan of Fall River, Glen Bardan of Pawtucket and...

Michael P. Scanlon

Aug 25, 2020

Michael P. Scanlon, 65, of Fall River, husband of Janet (Forcier) Scanlon, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2020.

An electrician, he worked  alongside his two sons.  He loved spending time with his two dogs, Scrappy and Baby. He also liked to spend time in his yard gardening and going to see the Forever Young Tribute Band...

Noah Leonardo Messier

Aug 24, 2020

Noah Leonardo Messier, 15, of Somerset, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 24, 2020.

A Sophmore at Somerset High School, he was an old soul. He enjoyed old music, taking walks on the beach, chopping wood, lifting weights and playing video games.

He leaves his parents, Peter R. and Jennifer A....

Eleanor R. (Drzal) L'Heureux

Aug 22, 2020

Eleanor Rose L’Heureux, 90, of Westport, wife of Gilbert J. L’Heureux,

died at home on August 22, 2020.

Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Frances

(Tokarz) Drzal.

She worked as a bookkeeper for Pediatric Associates for 20 years.  She

also...

Evelyn (Botelho) Gillespie

Aug 20, 2020

Evelyn M. (Botelho) Gillespie, 87, a Somerset resident, entered into eternal life on Thursday, August 20, 2020.

She was employed for many years as a housekeeper in the Obstetrics Dept. of Charlton Memorial Hospital.

Evelyn enjoyed going to casinos and was a member of the Red Hat Society.

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Ronald E. Moquin

Aug 20, 2020

Ronald E. Moquin, 83, of Assonet passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2020.

An employee of Shaw's Supermarket, he enjoyed golfing and watching New England sports.  He spent 18 years of his life in Southern California's L.A. County.

He was a Marine Corps veteran.

He was the husband of 58 years to Patricia...

Carol (Fielden) Lima

Aug 19, 2020

Carol (Fielden) Lima, 67, of Fall River, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2020.

She enjoyed cooking, Bingo, flowers, gardening and the beach.

Survivors include two daughters, Michelle Lima and Nanci Caron; a son, Theodore K. "Teddie" Lima; a former husband, Theodore S. Lima; four grandchildren, Garrett, Adelaide, Avaree and Theo; a sister, Gail Cameron;...

Frederick M. Gutowski, Sr.

Aug 17, 2020

Frederick M. Gutowski, Sr., 64, of Fall River, passed away August 17, 2020.

A longtime truck driver for Remco Concrete, he loved watching NASCAR and sports. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, Tiverton.

He leaves a daughter, Gillian Gutowski of Fall River; a grandson, Isaiah Cabral; a...

Annette (Cousineau) Lapointe, Rn

Aug 17, 2020

Annette (Cousineau) Lapointe, RN, 77, wife of the late Henri L. "Pete" Lapointe, of Fall River, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2020. A devoted Registered Nurse, she enjoyed taking care of people.

She was the mother of Charles G. Lapointe (Sean Chin-sue), Michelle Lapointe, Henri D. Lapointe (Jennifer Erikson) and Nicole Furtado (Neil) and the late...

Walter P. Gehan, Sr.

Aug 15, 2020

Walter P. Gehan, Sr., 76, of Fall River, husband of Joan (Murphy) Gehan, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2020.

A Maintenance Worker for the Fall River Housing Authority for many years, he previously worked for Mt. Hope Machinery in Taunton. He was the current President of the Liberal Club. He was also a former member...