Theodore J. Calnan
Nov 22, 2025
Theodore J. Calnan, 96, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Bedford, Ted was the son of the late Charles J. Calnan, Jr. and Mary Ann (Sanecki) Calnan. He was the devoted husband of the late Ellen L. (Curry) Calnan, who predeceased him on December 4, 2002. Ted...
Renee N. Leger
Nov 20, 2025
Renee N. Leger, 82, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025 after a life filled with passion, purpose, and heartfelt connection. Born and raised in New Bedford, Renee remained deeply rooted in her hometown throughout her life, though she also spent many cherished years in California, where her adventurous spirit led her to new opportunities...
Sylvia A. Fales
Nov 19, 2025
Sylvia A. (Hales) Fales, 82, of Mattapoisett died peacefully on November 19, 2025 at the Sacred Heart Home in New Bedford. She was the loving wife of Alan F. Fales, with whom she shared 63 years of marriage.
Known for being playful, joyful, and forever young in spirit, Sylvia lived a life filled with kindness and generosity....
Mark J. McKenna
Nov 18, 2025
Mark J. McKenna, 58, of Falmouth formerly of Fairhaven died November 17, 2025 unexpectedly at home.
Born in New Bedford, son of the late Charlotte (Gomes) McKenna and son of Charles McKenna and his wife Kathleen of New Bedford, he was raised in Fairhaven and lived in Fairhaven before moving to Falmouth in 2020.
He...
Gloria Nancy Elnora Hill
Nov 17, 2025
Gloria Nancy Elnora Houtman Hill, a devoted mother, grandmother, friend, and servant of her community, was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts, from the union of the late Doris Cleone Joseph and the late Henry "Bim" Houtman. She entered eternal rest after a long, full, and beautifully lived life. A proud graduate of New Bedford High School, Gloria continued her...
Linda M. Cyr
Nov 16, 2025
Linda Mabelle (Purslow) Cyr, 84, of Rochester passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Sippican Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center after a brief illness.
Born on January 21, 1941, in Milton, Massachusetts, Linda grew up with a vibrant spirit that would define her life. She graduated from Quincy High School and went on to lead a...
Thomas M. Ferreira
Nov 15, 2025
Thomas M. Ferreira, 82, of Mattapoisett, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025.
Born on November 30, 1942, Tom was raised in New Bedford, the son of the late Manual B. Ferreira and Mary (Ornellas) Ferreira. He was the devoted husband of Margaret (Rimmer) Ferreira for nearly 60 years.
Tom's childhood in New Bedford was...
Bruce J. Oliveira
Nov 14, 2025
Bruce J. Oliveira, 72, of New Bedford passed away unexpectedly at St. Luke's Hospital on Friday November 14, 2025.
Bruce was a civil servant in every sense of the word, whose tireless work threaded through almost every aspect of the fabric of New Bedford. He was a Renaissance man of sorts, whose resume was immense. When Bruce...
Mina Baccelli
Nov 14, 2025
Mina Baccelli, 77, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family on Friday, November 14, 2025. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and lifelong advocate for others, Mina built a life defined by compassion, dedication, and joy.
Mina spent her career helping people through her work with the Department of Social Services, first as a...
Noreen D. Lyonnais
Nov 12, 2025
Noreen D. (Andersen) Lyonnais of Mattapoisett passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Wednesday November 12, 2025.
Born on September 9, 1938, she was raised in Fairhaven, the daughter of Martin Sorvik Andersen and Agnes Nellie (Hansen) Andersen. She was the beloved wife of the late Norman J. Lyonnais. They were married for 64 years....
Tiffany Noel Rego Walters
Nov 11, 2025
With deep love and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Tiffany Noel Rego Walters of New Bedford, Massachusetts, who left this world on November 11, 2025. Tiffany was a beautiful, kind-hearted woman whose generosity was felt by everyone lucky enough to know her. She always looked for ways to help others, offering comfort, support, or a moment of...
Marie S. Andrade
Nov 10, 2025
Marie S. (Duke) Andrade, 105, of Dartmouth died November 10, 2025 peacefully at St. Luke's Hospital surrounded by her family.
She was the wife of the late Frank "Whaler" Andrade.
Born and raised in New Bedford, daughter of the late Manuel F. and Mary Stella (Moniz) Duke, she lived in Dartmouth since 1960.
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John E. Clark
Nov 10, 2025
John E. Clark, 80, of Mattapoisett died November 10, 2025 peacefully at St. Luke's Hospital.
He was the husband of Shirley A. (Liberty) Clark, with whom he shared 56 years of marriage.
Born and raised in New Bedford, son of the late Louis H. and Wladislawa (Mulawka) Clark, he lived in Mattapoisett since 1969.
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Laurence White Jaquith
Nov 9, 2025
Laurence White Jaquith was born in Cambridge, MA, on December 26, 1944. He passed away in New Bedford, MA, on November 8, 2025, after a brief illness. Larry grew up in Lexington, MA. He attended Lawrence Academy, Hanover College, Brandeis University, and Harvard University, earning degrees in English literature and theatre arts.
From a young age, Larry...
Paul M. Andrews
Nov 7, 2025
Paul M. Andrews, 64, of Clearwater Beach, Florida, passed away on November 7, 2025.
Born on June 20, 1961, in Wareham, Massachusetts, Paul was the beloved son of the late Evelyn and William Andrews.
He is survived by his twin brother, Steve Andrews, siblings, Angelina Thompson and William Andrews Jr., and many loving nieces, nephews,...
Roxanne L. Fletcher
Nov 6, 2025
Roxanne L. Fletcher, 64, of New Bedford died Thursday, November 6, 2025 at home surrounded by her family.
Born in New Bedford, daughter of Norman D. Fletcher and Madonna (Adriano) Santiago, she lived in New Bedford most of her life.
Roxanne was formerly employed at the Brockton VA Hospital for many years until her retirement....
George W. Wells
Nov 6, 2025
George W. Wells, 73, of New Bedford passed away Thursday November 6, 2025 after a long illness. He was the husband of Bette A. (DeCosta) Mendonca Wells.
Born in Plainfield, New Jersey, the son of the late Christine (Davis) Wells and George E. Briddle, he moved to Massachusetts in 1991 and settled in New Bedford in 2004....
Jose M. Vieira
Nov 6, 2025
Jose M. Vieira, 82, of Acushnet, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6, 2025. He was the loving husband of Maria de Deus (Pine) Vieira.
Born in Ribeira Quente, São Miguel, son of the late Antonio Vieira and Melania Miguel, he lived in São Miguel until 1985 when he moved to New Bedford.
"Baeita" was...
David P. Stephens
Nov 6, 2025
David P. Stephens, 61, of New Bedford died November 6, 2025 peacefully at Rhode Island Hospital after a brief illness surrounded by his family.
He was the husband of Nakia L. (Brooks) Stephens.
Born in Natick, MA, son of the late David and Mary (Berry) Stephens, he was raised on Cape Cod and lived in...
Walter L. Reid, Jr.
Nov 5, 2025
Walter L. Reid Jr., 85, of Mattapoisett passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025 at WestView on Main in Fairhaven, Massachusetts, alongside the shimmering waters of Buzzards Bay.
Amid his lifelong focus on empirically grounded truth rather than convention, he did not bother to attend his graduation ceremonies at Manasquan High School in New Jersey or Lehigh...
