Donald S. Bjerre
Dec 25, 2025
Donald Soren Bjerre, 82, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, at his home in Mattapoisett, MA. He was the loving husband of the late Mary Alice (Maccini) Bjerre.
He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Erik and Sonia Bjerre, and their children, Claire and James, of Fall River, MA; and his daughter, Krista-Lee Bjerre, and her partner, Tobias Olsen,...
Leo Desorcy
Jan 16, 2026
Leo Desorcy, 74, of Freetown, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 16, 2026. He was the husband of Paula (LeDoux) Desorcy for 53 years.Born in New Bedford, son of the late Robert and Alice (Bramwell) Desorcy, he lived in New Bedford most of his life before retiring to Freetown.Leo was an avid traveler, and enjoyed going on cruises and visiting...
Joseph Carlesi
Jan 12, 2026
Joseph Carlesi, 93, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, January 12, 2026. He was the husband of Paula (Kilik) Carlesi for 66 years.Born in New Bedford, son of the late Louis and Mary (Laface) Carlesi, he lived in New Bedford most of his life.Joe was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed going...
Marian Greene
Jan 11, 2026
Marian (Grady) Greene, 94, of Mattapoisett died peacefully January 11, 2026 at Care One of New Bedford with the support of her loving family.
She was the wife of the late James F. Greene.
Born and raised in New Haven, CT, daughter of the late James W. and Marian Virginia (Flanagan) Grady, she moved to Mattapoisett in the late 1960's.
She was formerly...
Dorothy Powers
Jan 11, 2026
Dorothy A. Powers, 76, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026.Born in Acushnet, daughter of the late William and Balvina (Wrona) Powers, she lived in Acushnet and New Bedford all of her life.Dot enjoyed trips to the casino, traveling, karaoke, painting, and spending time with her family. She worked for Acushnet Rubber Company and Design Mark...
Richard Gamache
Jan 9, 2026
Richard A. Gamache, 81, of Mattapoisett died January 9, 2026 peacefully at St. Luke's Hospital.He was the husband of Sharon A. (Santos) Gamache.Born in New Bedford, son of the late Maurice and Janet (Galloway) Gamache, he lived in Mattapoisett most of his life.He was formerly employed as the CFO of Julius Koch for over 30 years until his retirement.Mr. Gamache served in...
Roger Gibbons
Jan 8, 2026
Roger Converse Gibbons, 61, died at his home in Mattapoisett on January 8, 2026.
He was the son of the late John D. Gibbons and Vera Converse Gibbons.Roger graduated from Avon Old Farms, Rollins College, and the London School of Economics.
He was a licensed real estate broker and real estate developer.Roger was an unassuming athlete who excelled in most sports, especially...
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...
Bernard Flynn Sr.
Dec 30, 2025
Benard J. Flynn, Sr., 83, of Somerset, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.Born in Fall River, son of the late Bernard and Josephine (Santos) Flynn, he lived in Somerset most of his life.Bernie enjoyed camping and golfing. He was a graduate of Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School.Survivors include his sons, Bernard "Jay" Flynn, Jr., Richard Flynn, and...
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...
