Lynne Chase
Jan 5, 2026
Lynne F. Chase, 79, of Mattapoisett passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, after a long, courageous battle with health issues. Her beloved husband of 51 years Russell "Chippy" Chase, Junior was at her side. Lynne grew up in Spencer, Iowa, the daughter of the late Carole Lane Fisher and James Earl Fisher. She graduated from the College of St....
Natalino Braga Marquinhos
Jan 4, 2026
Natalino Braga Marquinhos, 94, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on January 4, 2026. He was the devoted patriarch of a large, loving family and a respected figure in the New Bedford fishing community.
Born in São Jacinto, Aveiro, Portugal, Natalino's life was forever tied to the sea. In Portugal, he worked in the...
Maria Vieira
Jan 3, 2026
Maria C. Vieira, "Cidalia de Ines Darina" 84, of New Bedford died January 3, 2026 after a brief illness surrounded by her family.
Born in Brava, Cabo Verde, the daughter of the late Pedro Santos Vieira and Inez (Lopes) Vieira, she lived in New Bedford for the last 62 years.
She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Assumption Church.
Mrs. Vieira...
Robert E. Kilday
Jan 2, 2026
Robert E. Kilday, 85, of Bridgewater died Friday, January 2, 2026 at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford. He was the husband of Carol A. (Spada) Kilday.
Raised in Boston, son of the late James and Marion (Marsh) Kilday, he lived in Dorchester for many years before moving to Bridgewater.
He was formerly employed as a laborer for Laborers Local 22 for...
Madalena Rodrigues
Jan 2, 2026
Madalena M. (Mingola) Rodrigues, 94, of New Bedford died January 2, 2026 at St. Luke's Hospital after a long illness surrounded by her family.
She was the wife of the late Joao J. Rodrigues.
Born in Brava, Cape Verde, daughter of the late Boaventura C. and Maria (Andrade) Mingola, she lived in New Bedford most of her life.
She was formerly employed as...
Mary Schubert
Jan 1, 2026
Mary M. Schubert, 91, of Mattapoisett, MA died at home on January 1, 2026, surrounded by family.
Daughter of Robert and Natalie McIntosh, Mary grew up in Manchester, CT and graduated from Westbrook Jr. College in Portland, ME. Mary was a strong proponent of an active lifestyle. After cheerleading in high school, she enjoyed tennis, golf, skiing, running, hiking, dancing, and...
Laurinda Sylvia
Jan 1, 2026
Laurinda (Caiado) Sylvia passed on January 1, 2026 in New Bedford, MA at the age of 94. She was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, John Sylvia Jr.
Born in Waterbury, Connecticut on February 4, 1931, daughter of the late Casimiro and Adeline (Pedro) Caiado, she was a lifelong resident of New Bedford graduating from New Bedford High School.
For the...
Barbara Murray
Jan 1, 2026
Barbara (Klein) Murray, 89, of Dartmouth died Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Hathaway Manor after a period of declining health. She was the wife of the late Anthony Murray.
Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Max and Grace (Vargas) Klein, she lived in Dartmouth for most of her life.
Barbara was a graduate of Dartmouth High School and an active...
George O. Arguin
Dec 31, 2025
George O. Arguin, 85, of Mattapoisett, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, surrounded by the love of his wife and children.
Born in New Bedford on February 16, 1940, he was the son of the late Theophile and Laurette Arguin. A natural athlete in his youth, George was a standout football player, leaving his mark on the field at Bishop...
David S. Fernandes
Dec 30, 2025
David Silva Fernandes, 47, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
Born on August 23, 1978, in Falmouth, Massachusetts, David lived a life defined by love for his family, pride in his work, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life.
Survived by his fiancée, Katrina Guidetti, his partner in life and love—together they built...
Jane M. Moreau
Dec 30, 2025
Jane M. (Davidson) Moreau, 80, of Mattapoisett, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Michael B. Moreau Sr., with whom she shared 52 years of marriage before his passing in 2019.
Jane was born on February 16, 1945, in Harlingen, Texas, where her father was stationed during World War II. She was...
Christina Szwaja
Dec 30, 2025
Christina Szwaja (née Curry), age 99, of Acushnet, Massachusetts passed away peacefully on December 30th, 2025 at her daughter's house in Mattapoisett, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, she touched the lives of all who knew her with her generosity, warmth, and strength. Her unwavering love for family and friends was the cornerstone of her...
Albert Babineau
Dec 30, 2025
Albert A. Babineau, 84, of New Bedford passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. He was the husband of Dianne Elizabeth (Maciel) Babineau, they were together over 50 years.Born in New Bedford son of the late Joseph Albert and Priscilla Irene (Weeks) Babineau, he lived in New Bedford all of his life.Albert loved learning new things, especially playing guitar...
Sarah Lawton
Dec 29, 2025
Sarah D. (Souza) Lawton, loving mother, grandmother and friend, of Mattapoisett, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025 at Alden Court Nursing Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was born in New Bedford to the late Arthur G. and Olivia B. (Ellis) Souza. She leaves behind her son, Arthur W. Lawton and his wife Kimberly of Fairhaven; her daughter, Kathleen Coughlin...
Norma J. Ferreira
Dec 29, 2025
Norma Jeanne (Chagnon) Ferreira passed away peacefully on Monday, December 29, 2025 after a long, courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease surrounded by her loving family.
She was the beloved wife of Michael Ferreira and a devoted mother to Brian Ferreira, Leanne Ferreira, and Scott Ferreira. She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren, Alijah Ferreira whom was her pride and joy, and...
Jeannine C. Benjamin
Dec 29, 2025
Jeannine C. (Vautrin) Benjamin, 92, of New Bedford died Monday, December 29, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital. She was the wife of the late Roland R. Benjamin.
Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Leo and Madeleine (Grenier) Vautrin, she lived in New Bedford all of her life.
Jeannine was a communicant of St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish.
She was a graduate...
Mary Ann Lomba
Dec 28, 2025
Mary Ann Lomba, 83, of Dorchester, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 28, 2025.Born and raised in New Bedford, daughter of the late Antonio Joaquim Lomba and Isabella Victorina (Pina) Lomba she lived in Boston most of her life.Mary Ann was an active member of her local community. She was a past president of the Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers,...
Daune Smith
Dec 28, 2025
Daune E. (Nichols) Smith of Fairhaven, died peacefully on Sunday, December 28, 2025. She was the wife of the late William G. Smith.Born and educated in New Bedford she spent the last 24 years living in Fairhaven surrounded by many good friends in her McGann Terrace neighborhood.Survivors include her two sons, David A. Smith and his wife Dawn of Wallingford, CT, and...
Arthur "Spider" St. Pierre
Dec 28, 2025
Arthur F. "Spider" St. Pierre, 87, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 28, 2025. He was the husband of Elizabeth E. Bowen.Born in New Bedford, son of the late Arthur and Dorothy (Medeiros) St. Pierre, he lived in New Bedford all of his life.Arthur was a man of many talents and interests. He was an antique collector,...
Donald Andrade
Dec 26, 2025
Donald L. Andrade, 72, of Dartmouth died December 26, 2025 at Brigham & Womens Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.Born in Wareham, son of the late Manuel and Katherine (Fonseca) Andrade, he lived in New Bedford before moving to Dartmouth 20 years ago.
He was a man who was charismatic lighthearted, and always looking to the bright side. He was...
