Obituaries
Recent Obituaries from Fall River and Somerset, Massachusetts
Maryann P. Araujo
Jun 25, 2025
Maryann P. Araujo, 59, of Fall River, life partner of Phillip D. Nolin, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital. Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of Maria A. (Medeiros) Pimentel, of Fall River, and the late Silvino Pimentel.
A loving daughter, mother, companion, and homemaker, Maryann was also employed as...
Agnes Pereira
Jun 22, 2025
Agnes Pereira, 99, of Somerset, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Clifton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Born in Fall River, where she resided most of her life, she was a daughter of the late Manuel Fernandes and the late Gloria (Simoes) Fernandes.
Employed in the local textile industry, retiring in 1991 from Bo-Mar Mfg after...
Manuel C. Marques
Jun 20, 2025
Manuel C. Marques, 84, of Fall River, husband of Maria (Teves) Marques, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 20, 2025 at Sarah Brayton Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Agua Retorta, St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Luis Marques and the late Maria (Cabral) Marques.
Prior to his retirement he was...
John A. Perry, Jr.
Jun 19, 2025
John A. Perry Jr., 50, of Westport passed away on June 19th, 2025 unexpectedly at work. Raised in Fall River, he was the son of Mary Sue (Tharpe) Medeiros and John A. Perry Sr. and step-son of Fatima Perry and the late Augustine Medeiros. Johnny will be remembered by friends and family in the things he loved. Things like...
Maria M. Teles
Jun 17, 2025
Maria M. Teles, 87, of Fall River, wife of the late Domingos C. Teles, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at the Catholic Memorial Home following a long illness. Born in Vila Franca do Campo, St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Manuel Vieira Vales and the late Angelina (Bolarinho) Vieira Vales.
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Lawrence R. Machado, Sr.
Jun 17, 2025
Lawrence R., better known as "Larry," "L-Train," Machado, Sr., 79, of Swansea, husband of Patricia (Scolaro) Machado, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, with his family by his side. Born in Fall River, a son of the late George Machado and the late Hermenia (Camara-Cambra) Machado, he resided in Swansea for most of his life....
John Martins Tavares
Jun 16, 2025
John Martins Tavares, 74, of Fall River, husband of Beatrice (Costa) Tavares, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, June 16, 2025. Born in Sao Vincente Ferreira, St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Manuel Natal Tavares and the late Maria Conceicao (Martins Doval) Tavares.
Prior to his retirement he was co-owner of the...
Diana B. Strollo
Jun 15, 2025
Diana B. Strollo, 91, of Tiverton, RI, widow of Anthony F. Strollo, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence. Born in Warren, RI, she was a daughter of the late Albert J. Boullard, Jr., and the late Christina (Duraturo) Fisher.
Employed in the local textile industry for a short time,...
Dolores Veloza
Jun 15, 2025
Dolores Veloza, 91, of Fall River, widow of Henry V. Veloza, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Carvalho Grove Health and Rehabilitation Center. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late John Santos and the late Ana (Viveiros) Santos.
Prior to her retirement, she was employed as a seamstress for many years....
Veronica A. Medeiros
Jun 13, 2025
Veronica A. Medeiros, 83, of Somerset, wife of Ernest P. Medeiros, passed away at home on Friday, June 13, 2025, surrounded by family. Born in Fall River, a daughter of the late William Corboy and the late Hazel (King) Corboy, she resided in Somerset for the past 16 years.
Loving homemaker, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother,...
Eleanor S. Wetterauw
Jun 9, 2025
Eleanor "Ellie" Wetterauw, 87, of Fall River, formerly of West Rupert, Vermont and Allendale, NJ, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by loved ones, after a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of the late Evan Wetterauw. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Ellie was the daughter of the late Charles...
Dora Maria Desousa
Jun 4, 2025
Dora Maria DeSousa, 48, of Fall River, wife of David B. DeSousa, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence, RI. Born in Bretanha, St. Michael, Azores, only child of Manuel Rego, of Fall River, and the late Maria (Melo) Rego, she emigrated to Fall River in 1985.
An elementary school teacher...
Phyllis Gomes
Jun 3, 2025
Phyllis Gomes, 69, of Fall River, wife of Emery M. Gomes, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at Rhod Island Hospital. Born in Fall River, daughter the late Albert Nisbet and the late Elizabeth (Reynolds) Nisbet, she grew up in Swansea and was a Case High School graduate but resided in Fall River most of her life.
...Robert P. Kennedy
Jun 2, 2025
Robert P. Kennedy, a loving husband, devoted father, beloved brother, and loyal son, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love, loyalty, and cherished memories. He was the cherished husband of Maria (Arruda) Kennedy, the love of his life, and a proud father to Ryan (married to Lillian), Patrick, Ayden, Carissa (married to Laura), and Kaisey.
Bob's...
Jeffrey Stickney
Jun 1, 2025
Jeffrey Stickney, 54, of Fall River, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2025 following a long illness.
A 1989 graduate of Somerset High School he leaves behind a legacy of service, loyalty, and love. A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, Jeffrey honorably served his country during Operation Desert Storm, embodying strength, resilience, and unwavering patriotism....
Jeffrey J. Alves
May 31, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeffrey Jay Alves, age 65, who died on May 31, 2025, in Pensacola, Florida. Born on April 5, 1960, Jeff was the beloved son of Shirley (Briggs) Alves and the late Daniel Alves.
Jeff grew up in Fall River, Massachusetts, where he spent many years working...
Stella Louise Perry
May 29, 2025
Stella Louise Perry, 81, of Fall River, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital. She was a daughter of the late Julius T. Perry and the late Aldina (Perry) Perry.
Prior to her retirement, she was employed as an account clerk at the Fall River District Court. Stella had also worked for...
Cheryl L. Normandin
May 29, 2025
Cheryl L. Normandin, 67, of North Dartmouth, passed away on Thursday May 29, 2025. Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Samuel E. Lay, Jr. and the late Dorothy L. (Oliveira) Lay. She resided in North Dartmouth, for the past 30 years. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy in Fall River.
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Paul G. Fernandes
May 28, 2025
Paul George Fernandes, 53, of Fall River, passed away at home on  Wednesday, May 28, 2025, surrounded by family. Born in Fall River, he was a son of Jose A. Fernandes, of Fall River, and the late Maria (Corga) Fernandes.
A kind and social man, Paul was always willing and eager to help anyone. He loved to...
Mark Springer
May 27, 2025
Mark Springer, 61, of Fall River, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at Charlton Memorial Hospital following a long illness. Born in Fall River, he was a son of Lois A. (Gladue) Soares and the late Edward J. Springer. He was also the step-son of Leo A. Soares.
Prior to his retirement, Mark worked as...
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