All Obituaries

Thomas Cardoza, Sr.  65, of New Bedford Ma, passed away on September 21 2022. He was the son of the late Raymond and Alfrieda (Balla) Cardoza, Sr. Thomas was originally from Wareham MA where he was a competitive athlete in and out of school. He went into the Army shortly after having graduated from Wareham High School, and when he was honorably discharged, Thomas then went on to work in construction while still pursuing his natural talents in both music and art. Thomas loved music and...

Jamie K. Prata, age 44 of East Freetown, passed away at home unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of James Alan Prata and the late Christine E. (Conway) Watkins, step daughter of the late Sheldon Watkins, and beloved wife of Adam Gomes of 13 years. Jamie had a passion for collecting stuffed animals. Her most beloved were Steiff, Vermont Teddy Bears, and Charlie Bears. She also loved her pets and was an ardent animal advocate.  She loved...

In Loving Memory Of Tracy Diane Tremblay  NEW BEDFORD-Tracy D. Tremblay, passed away unexpectedly, September 18, 2022 due to heart failure. She was the daughter of the late Jean Tremblay & Joan (Lapham) Fillion;  mother of Shawna Tremblay, Casandra Tremblay, Lawrence Ford;  & sister to Arthur William Lapham, Jessica Fillion, Aaron Joseph Tremblay & Taylor Dayne Tremblay. Tracy struggled with challenges for many years but overcame them because those...

Melanie Fryer, 47, of Dartmouth passed away unexpectedly at Saint Luke’s hospital on September 13, 2022, in New Bedford. She was the wife of Robert Fryer and was born in New Bedford, MA to parents Carole (Bourgeois) MacArthur and the late Albert J. D’Arruda. Melanie “Mel” grew up in Dartmouth, MA and moved briefly to Plainfield, IN graduating from high school in 1993. She studied at Endicott College and held several jobs throughout the service industry where she was...

WALTHAM-Christopher Plocharczyk, 49, of Waltham passed away unexpectedly at home Sunday, September 4, 2022.  Born in Boston he was the son of the late Chester Plocharczyk and Lillian L. (Perrier) Plocharczyk of New Bedford.  Christopher grew up in Watertown where he lived most of his life, settling in Waltham 4 years ago.   Chris was a graduate of Watertown High School where he played on the hockey team and later attended Bentley College.  He most recently was the Deli...

  NEW BEDFORD-Kathleen M. Cardoza, 66, of New Bedford passed away Saturday, September 3, 2022 at St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford.  She was the daughter of the late Josephine (Cardoza) Delgado and grew up in Mattapoisett where she graduated from Old Rochester Regional High School.  Kathleen settled in New Bedford 40 years ago.   She is survived by two brothers, David Cardoza of New Bedford and W. Anthony Delgado of Mattapoisett;  a sister, Joanne Araujo of...

  NEW BEDFORD-"Forever remembered" Amanda Rose King, 36, of Fall River passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at St Luke's Hospital in New Bedford. Born in Fall River ,she was the daughter of the late William H King Jr and Kathleen (Freitas) King.   A graduate of BMC Durfee High School, Amanda was a mom to two beautiful children who she loved dearly. Amanda was artistic and crafty, she loved to draw paint, knit and tattoo which she did all extremely well. She enjoyed...

NEW BEDFORD-James F. “Jimmy” Isom, 53, of New Bedford passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2022 peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was the loving husband of Danielle L. (Fernandes-Platt) Isom. Born in Providence, RI, son of the late Claudia Isom and James Graham,and his wife Vivian of Cranston, RI, he was a longtime resident of Providence before settling in New Bedford seven years ago. He was a member of New Life South Coast...

Rita D. (Carreau) Barselou, 86, of New Bedford passed away Sunday, August 21, 2022 at Sacred Heart Home in New Bedford.  She was the loving wife of Albert F. Barselou. Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Aldor Carreau  and Simmone (Pothier) Duvager, she was a lifelong resident of the city and communicant of Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish. Rita had been a stitcher for many years prior to earning her degree from BCC and then becoming a healthcare worker for...

Jeffrey K. Bergland, 63, of New Bedford passed away Friday, August 19, 2022 at home after a long illness. He was born in New Bedford the son of Carmen Bergland.  Jeffrey was the longtime, loving companion of Maria Gomes. He was a member of His Mercey’s Church and was a taxi driver in the city until his illness. He is also survived by his son, Justin Bergland;  brothers, Anthony and Michael Bergland and two grandchildren, Jyrell and Johan Bergland. Memorial visitation will...