OBITUARY LISTINGS
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Fall River, Bristol County and Surrounding Areas.
Rose Pacheco
Mar 29, 2025
Rose Pacheco, 98, a strong and independent woman for her time, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Saint Anne's Hospital in Fall River, the city where she was born. Rose was employed as a seamstress.
Rose was a beacon of warmth and kindness, touching the lives of those fortunate enough to know her. More than just an Aunt, she embodied...
Michael F. Carvalho
Mar 29, 2025
Michael F. Carvalho, of Fall River, passed away on March 29, 2025, at the age of 64. He was born on December 8, 1960, in St. Michael, Azores.
After graduating from B.M.C. Durfee High School, Michael embarked on a successful career as the Maintenance Manager for the Fall River Housing Authority, a role he held until his retirement. Prior to this...
James M. Blackburn Sr.
Mar 28, 2025
James M. Blackburn Sr., 82, of Tiverton, born and raised in Fall River, serving in the Army in Korea, during the Vietnam War, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He was born on August 20, 1942, and brought a vibrant spirit to the lives of those around him, devoting over 25 years to...
Susan Joan Barbosa
Mar 28, 2025
Susan Joan (Silvia) Barbosa, 72, of Fall River, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025. She was the wife of Antonio Barbosa. She was employed by Tremblay Bus Company.
Susan had a vibrant personality and was known for her love of Elvis Presley, often sharing her joy through music. She found solace in knitting and enjoyed moments of quiet reflection while...
Shyla (DeSilveira) Langlois
Mar 26, 2025
Shyla (DeSilveira) Langlois, born on January 26, 1989, and passed away on March 26, 2025.
She was the daughter of John DeSilveira III and Sheryl (Keating) DeSilveira, a sister to Tara DeSilveira, mother of three children, Alexiya Raine Langlois, Kaiden Ryan Langlois, and Saige Azaleigh DeSilveira and the former wife of Allen Langlois.
Visitation will be held Saturday, April 5 from 12:00 Noon to...
Christopher W. Ouellette
Mar 20, 2025
Christopher W. Ouellette, 32, passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025. He was a vibrant soul known for his passion for life, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those who were blessed to know him.
Christopher embraced life with enthusiasm, engaging in a variety of interests that showcased his dynamic personality. A true automobile enthusiast, he had an unwavering...
Vivian Polak
Mar 18, 2025
Vivian H. (Hetu) Polak, age 89 of Fall River, MA, passed away on Cape Cod on Tuesday Morning, March 18, 2025.
She was the beloved wife of the late John J. Polak, Sr., who passed in 2019.
Vivian was born in Fall River, a daughter of the late Armand and Clara (Deslauriers) Hetu.
Before retiring, Mrs. Polak worked in the office at the...
Jeffrey K. Liss
Mar 17, 2025
Jeffrey K. Liss, 58, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. He was a proud member of the graduating class of B.M.C. Durfee High School in 1985 and later pursued his studies at Bristol Community College, where he earned a degree in Business Management.
Throughout his life, Jeffrey was known for his warm spirit and his dedication to family and work....
Pauline Maynard
Mar 17, 2025
Pauline (Ouellette) Maynard, 96, of Fall River, entered into rest on Monday, March 17 th , 2025. She was the wife of the late Oscar A. Maynard Jr.
Pauline was a lifelong member of Notre Dame parish in Fall River. She attended Jesus Mary Academy and was employed by the former Fall River Knitting Mills as a machine operator.
She is survived...
Joao L. Gervasio
Mar 14, 2025
Joao L. Gervasio, a devoted father and cherished brother, passed away at his home on Friday, March 14, 2025, at 59. Born in Porto Formoso, St. Michael, Azores, Joao's journey through life was marked by his dedication to his family and his work in the latex and textile industries.
Throughout his life, Joao cultivated a warm presence that was felt by...
Reneé E. Stirnemann
Mar 13, 2025
Reneé E. (Baumann) Stirnemann, a beloved figure in her community and a dedicated servant of faith, peacefully left this world on March 13, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on August 15, 1956, in Indianapolis, Indiana, where her journey of faith and compassion began.
Reneé was not only a devoted wife to Pastor...
Abel M. Da Silva
Mar 11, 2025
Abel M. Da Silva, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at the age of 80. He was the loving husband of Adriana M. (Ferreira) Silva for 54 years.
For many years, Abel proudly owned his own barber shop, Barbearia Portugal. Those who visited his shop not only received quality haircuts but also shared...
Ronald A. Halbardier
Mar 9, 2025
Ronald A. Halbardier of Westport, MA passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025 at the age of 86. Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late George Halbardier and Blanche (DuPont) Halbardier. Ron was a graduate of B.M.C. Durfee High School and entered the United States Navy in 1955 where he proudly served his country for 6...
Doreen M. Rebello
Mar 9, 2025
Doreen M. Rebello, 55, of Swansea, Massachusetts, passed away after a courageous nine-month-long battle with cancer, at St. Anne's Hospital on Sunday, March 9, 2025, surrounded by her family.
She was a graduate of B.M.C. Durfee High School, Class of 1987. Throughout her life, she co-owned several enterprises including Goodfella Vapor, Lou's Auto Sales, and Affordable Sealcoating, working alongside her husband...
Carolina E. Clarke
Mar 8, 2025
Carolina E. Clarke, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, affectionately known as Carol, passed away on March 8, 2025, at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy that will forever reside in the hearts of those who cherished her. Born on December 26, 1934, in Manila, Philippines, Carol witnessed a tumultuous childhood, surviving the invasion of Manila at just seven years...
Richard Souza
Mar 7, 2025
Richard Souza, Sr., 90, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of the late Jean P. (Parker) Souza.
Born in Fall River, MA, he was the son of the late Frank and Georgelina (Branco) Souza. He was a lifelong resident of Fall River.
Mr. Souza was a United States Army Veteran, serving three years...
Mary F. Lima
Mar 7, 2025
Mary F. Lima, 69, passed away Friday, March 7, 2025, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Born on January 13, 1956, in Terceira, Azores, she was the beloved wife of Jose S. Lima and the daughter of the late Jose S. Monte and Maria J. (Amaral) Monte.
Mary worked as a machine operator in the textile industry.
She was well known for...
Normand Lavoie
Mar 5, 2025
Normand H. Lavoie, 88, of Tiverton, husband of the late Mary Ann (Andrade) Lavoie, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Newport Hospital.
Normand served in the Massachusetts Army National Guard for 8 years. He was employed by Pouliot’s Auto for 9 years, Globe Manufacturing for 33 1/2 years, retiring in 1999. During...
Philip R. Jagoe
Mar 5, 2025
Philip R. Jagoe, 93, of Westport, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. He was the husband of Dolores (Tavares) Jagoe, with whom he shared 70 years of marriage.
A proud veteran of the Korean War, Philip served his country honorably in the U.S. Army, embodying the spirit of a true patriot. His dedication to service reflected the values he held...
Luis A. Rosario Ocasio
Mar 1, 2025
Full obituary will be posted soon.
Luis A. Rosario Ocasio, 62, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Saint Anne's Hospital.
A visitation will be held Sunday, March 9, from 12 Noon to 4:00 PM at the Auclair Funeral Home, 690 South Main St. Fall River. His funeral will be held Monday, March 10 at 9:00AM from the funeral...
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