OBITUARIES

Apr 11, 2026

Richard J. Pouncey Jr. fell asleep in death on April 11, 2026. He was born on July 24, 1960, in New Haven, Connecticut, where he grew up with his younger sister Robyn and younger brother Raymond. As the eldest child, Richard was very protective of his siblings, even saving his brother's life by carrying him in his arms to...

Apr 2, 2026

BOURNE- Lynn S. (Manson) O'Malley-Haven, 73, of New

Bedford passed away peacefully with family by her side,

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Bourne Manor Nursing Home; After her

brave battle with pancreatic cancer.

She was the beloved wife of the late Gifford C. Haven.

Born in Boston, Lynn was...

Mar 31, 2026

NEW BEDFORD - Lawrence T. "Larry" Roderiques, 78, of New Bedford passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford. He was the loving husband of Bonnie L. (Silva) Roderiques.

Born and raised in New Bedford, son of the late Manuel C. And Evelyn (Alfredo) Roderiques. He worked as a fabricator for Harvey...

Mar 29, 2026

WAREHAM-Walter P. Rocha, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026 at home with his family by his side. He was born in Wareham, son of the late Walter J. And Emily R. (Monteiro) Rocha.

Walter graduated from Wareham High School 1979 and had been working at Walmart until his illness. He coached youth basketball and football and was...

Mar 29, 2026

James Steven Matson, 60, of Attleboro, Massachusetts, died peacefully on March 29, 2026, with family by his side.

James (Jim) was the son of the late Charles Roland Matson and Paula Jean (Menear) Matson. He is survived by his mother and her companion, Steven Gehrke of Vanceboro, NC, his brother, Jeffrey Matson and sister-in-law, Donna Matson of...

Mar 28, 2026

NEW BEDFORD - Christopher Heyes, 55, passed away on March 28, 2026.

He leaves behind his devoted wife, Tammy Heyes, who stood by his side through life's ups and downs, as well as his cherished children, Paige Heyes and Ryan Heyes, who were the center of his world. He also leaves behind his brothers and many nieces...

Mar 28, 2026

NEW BEDFORD - Carol A. Botelho, 75, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026.

She was born in Brookline to the late Lawrence and Doris (Legere) Boswell. Carol worked for many years as a secretary. She loved spending time with grandkids and liked occasional trips to the casino.

She is survived by her husband of...

Mar 28, 2026

Donald F. Barradas Jr., age 71, of Bellingham, MA, passed away unexpectedly on March 28, 2026.

Born in Weymouth, MA, Donald was the son of the late Donald Barradas Sr. and Doris (Rounds) Barradas. He was raised in Foxboro and Easton and graduated from Southeastern Regional Vocational High School as an Electronic Technician.

Donald was...

Mar 27, 2026

NEW BEDFORD-Bridget M. Lopes, 61, of New Bedford passed away Friday, March 27, 2026 at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford,  She was born in New Bedford, the daughter of the late Sylvester and Eilene (Lima) Lopes.

Bridget is survived by her longtime companion, Cheryl Alfonso;  her sisters, Nadine and Charlene Lopes and their children.

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Mar 26, 2026

Irving C. Salley, beloved father, died peacefully at home in Norton on March 26, 2026, at the age of 87. Born in Attleboro, he was the cherished son of Irving R. and Dorothy E. (Claflin) Salley. He was the dedicated husband of the late Claire A. (McKay) Salley.

He lived a full life of hard work, service...

Mar 26, 2026

Kathleen (Barrett) Arel, 77, of Seekonk, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River. She was the beloved wife of the late Michael Arel.

Born and raised in Attleboro, Kathleen was the daughter of the late Francis and Rose (St. George) Barrett.

Kathleen found joy in life's simple...

Mar 24, 2026

ATTLEBORO-Benjamin W. Satterley, 82, passed away on March 24, 2026.

Benjamin was born in Long Island, NY and was the son of the late Lowell Satterley and Karoline (Jung) Satterley.

Mr. Satterley served his country honorably in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War and was stationed at Otis Air Force Base before settling...

Mar 23, 2026

Bruce Albert Alderson, 75, of Rehoboth, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Carol Ann (Sobota) Alderson with whom he would have celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary this August, and spent over 58 years of life together overall.

He was born in Attleboro; son of the...

Mar 22, 2026

Maria was a woman with a beautiful heart—kind, selfless, and always putting others before herself. She found her greatest joy in caring for the people she loved. Whether it was cooking, laughing together, or simply being present, Maria made every moment with her family feel special. Movie nights were one of her favorite traditions, filled with warmth, laughter, and...

Mar 18, 2026

NEW BEDFORD- Arthur E. Medeiros, Jr., 90, of New Bedford passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford. He was the loving husband of Florence J. (Boucher) Medeiros.

Born and raised in New Bedford, son of the late Arthur E. Medeiros and Phoebe (Roger's) Johnson, Arthur was a lifelong New Bedford...

Mar 17, 2026

ATTLEBORO-Franklin H. Capron, Jr., 90, passed away on March 17, 2026. He was the loving husband of Constance (Sherwood) Capron.

Frank was born in Attleboro and was the son of the late Franklin H. Capron, Sr., and Mazie (Obrist) Capron. He was the brother of the late Marcia Capron.

Frank was a graduate of Attleboro...

Mar 9, 2026

Richard Paul Lemieux, 80, of Rehoboth, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 9, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Devoted husband of Betty Ann (Viera) Lemieux with whom he shared many wonderful years of marriage.

He was born in Central Falls, Rhode Island; son of the late Leopold and Laura (Dusfrene) Lemieux.

Richard...

Mar 8, 2026

OCALA, FL-Ernest W. Trahan, 94, formerly of Seekonk, MA for 50 years, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026 in Ocala, FL where he moved in 2021.  He was the loving and devoted husband of 70 years to Irene (Degrenia) Trahan.

Born and raised in Central Falls, RI, son of the late Wilfrid and Rose (Rocheleau) Trahan, he...

Mar 7, 2026

Roland L. Paquette 78, of Attleboro, passed away on March 7, 2026. He was the loving husband to the late Kathleen F. (Paul) Paquette.

Roland was the son of the late Lionel and Cecile Paquette of Canada.

Roland was an only child growing up on Orchard Street in Cranston, RI. He entered his military service...

Mar 5, 2026

Wareham-

Tristram Lozaw, 72 passed away on March 5, 2026 surrounded by loved ones.

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Services will be private.

Our deepest sympathies to the Lozaw family.