OBITUARIES

Sep 2, 2025

ATTLEBORO-Terence "Terry" P. Upham, 65, of Attleboro, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in Sturdy Memorial Hospital. He was the beloved companion of Patty Hanlin, with whom he shared 26 wonderful years together.

Terence was born in Norwood; son of the late Edgar and Ruth (Ewald) Upham. Terry lived a life marked by dedication to his...

Aug 31, 2025

NEW BEDFORD-Todd Matthew Arruda, November 23, 1968 – August 31, 2025.

It is with deep love and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Todd Matthew Arruda, who left this world on August 31, 2025, at the age of 56.

Todd was born on November 23, 1968, in New Bedford, Massachusetts. A 1986 graduate...

Aug 29, 2025

John Luis Melo also known as "Tatank" Joaozinho" and "Uncle John" 49 years old, passed away on August 29,2025. He was born in Salga, Sao Miguel Azores and was a long-time resident of New Bedford Ma. with his wife Lisa Melo. They were together 26 beautiful years, married for 10 of them.

John was predeceased by his...

Aug 29, 2025

Marie Jeannie Parent, 55, passed away on August 29, 2025, in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Born in Lafleche, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Nancy (Snell) Teser and long time companion of Ozzy Carvalho. Marie brought warmth and joy to those around her with her sense of humor and deep rooted love which she shared with everyone throughout...

Aug 28, 2025

Henry Dahlstrom, 70, of Bellingham, Massachusetts, left us Thursday morning, August 28th, 2025, to rest peacefully in his eternal home. His last days he was cared for by his daughter Hannah in her home alongside his son Jeffrey and grandchildren Ashlynn and Aidan. Since his recent diagnosis of small cell carcinoma in April, his granddaughter never left his side-...

Aug 26, 2025

Marjorie Narcisse, age 44, of Pawtucket, RI, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. She was a beloved Sister, Daughter and Friend. Marjorie was known for her intelligence, caring nature and her wit. She was an academic at heart and graduated near the top of her class with a Master's Degree from UMASS.

Marjorie put her career...

Aug 25, 2025

ATTLEBORO-Maria Stella Cavaliere, 88, passed away on August 25, 2025. She was the wife of the late Joseph N. Cavaliere.

Maria was born in Castrovalva, Abruzzo, Italy and was the daughter of the late Domenico and Nancy (DiBenedetto) Dintino.

Maria left poverty in Italy with her Family and headed for America by way of a...

Aug 21, 2025

MIAMI, FLORIDA-David J. Sullivan, 77, of Coconut Grove, FL, passed away August 21, 2025 after a period of declining health. Born in New Bedford, he was the son of the late Francis J. and Jeannette (Lachapelle) Sullivan.

David was a sailboat charter captain for many years while in Florida.

He is survived by his brothers,...

Aug 19, 2025

Suzanna "Suzie" Maria Silva, 53, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away on August 19, 2025 after a brief illness.

Suzie was born to the late Artur and Rosa Silva in New Bedford and lived there her whole life. She graduated from New Bedford High School and obtained an associate's degree in business. She loved swimming, listening to...

Aug 17, 2025

NEW BEDFORD- Jeremy J. Hotte, Sr., 49 of New Bedford passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford.  He was the son of the late George Hotte and Susan (Tavares) Freitas.

Jeremy was born in New Bedford and was a graduate of Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School. He was...

Aug 17, 2025

NEW BEDFORD-Dolores J. (Jeffrey) Millington, 78, of New Bedford passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford. She was the widow of the late John DeMello.

Born in Acushnet, daughter of the late Joseph A.and Marie Germaine A. (LaPlante) Jeffrey, she lived most of her life in New Bedford.  Dolores loved spending...

Aug 15, 2025

Margarett V. (McMillan) DeCristoforo, age 90, of Attleboro, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 15, 2025. Born in Rennert, NC, she was the daughter of the late Ambrose and Sallie V. (Haggins) McMillan and loving mother of Linda D. Keegan of Brooksville, FL, Wanda F. Rollins of Attleboro and Mark A. DeCristoforo of Attleboro.

Her private funeral...

Aug 13, 2025

Elvin Adolphus "Junior" Wilson Jr., 62, of Attleboro, Massachusetts, went home to be with the Lord on August 13, 2025. He was surrounded by his loving wife, Marcia, and his children.

Junior was the fourth of five children born to Elvin Adolphus Wilson Sr. and Lindalyn Wilson. From the moment he arrived—at a robust 12½ pounds—he made...

Aug 13, 2025

ATTLEBORO-Robert E. Crook, 90, of Attleboro passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Garden Place HealthCare in Attleboro after a long illness.  He was the husband of Rose A. (Rickles) Crook.  The couple had been together for 69 years.

Born and raised in Attleboro, son of the late Everett and Lillian (McMath) Crook, he was a graduate...

Aug 11, 2025

Michael A. Gonsalves, 68, of New Bedford passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 11, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford, MA.

A memorial service at the Seaman's Bethel will be held on September 6th, at 10am-12pm.

Our deepest sympathies to the Gonsalves family.

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Aug 10, 2025

Carmen Maria Soto Vera, age 96, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 10, 2025, with her loving granddaughter by her side. Born in Lares, Puerto Rico. Carmen was a God-fearing resilient woman who brought 9 children into the world and raised them on her own. She entered the working world when she was younger and learned to become a...

Aug 8, 2025

SOUTH ATTLEBORO-Tracy Lynn Reed, 55, of South Attleboro passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025.

She was born in Fall River to Theresa (Bettencourt) Weeks of South Attleboro and the late Ralph Reed. Though her time on this earth was short, her spirit was vibrant and full of love.

Her greatest accomplishment in life is...

Aug 7, 2025

Jo Anne Fox, 76 passed away on August 7, 2025 in New Bedford, MA.

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Our deepest sympathies to the Fox family.

Aug 5, 2025

Donna Lee (Hayes) O'Hara, age 62, of Attleboro, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 with her loving family by her side. Born in Stoughton, Donna was the daughter of the late Donald L. and Marcia L. (Towns) Hayes and the beloved wife of James E. O'Hara of 36 years. Donna enjoyed the simple life and appreciated the...

Aug 2, 2025

Juan Molina, 60, of New Bedford, passed away on August 2, 2025.

Juan was born in Stamford, CT to the late Abdulio and Carmen (Martinez) Molina. He enjoyed riding his bicycle.

He is survived by his longtime companion Suzy Couto, his daughter Joanna Molina of South Carolina, his son Julio Molina of Florida, his brother...