Sean Douglas Sylvia Sr.
Feb 28, 2026
Sean Douglas Sylvia, Sr., 51, of Fall River passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 28, 2026.Born in Taunton, son of Douglas Sylvia and Gloria (Duarte) Kwasny, he was raised in Norton before living most of his life in New Bedford and Fall River.Sean enjoyed going to the gym and loved being a member of General Fitness in Fall River. He...
Ronald C. Smith
Feb 25, 2026
Ronald C. Smith, a proud veteran, devoted husband, and dedicated member of his community, passed away on February 25, 2026. He is now reunited with his beloved wife, Glenna, who preceded him in death. Ron was the son of the late Charles Smith and Genevieve Zuber Smith.
Born and raised in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, Ron's journey led him to attend Georgia...
Robert H. Michaud
Feb 25, 2026
Robert H. Michaud, 88, of Dartmouth, passed away peacefully at home with his wife and son by his side on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. He was the husband of Catherine A. (Almeida) Michaud for 57 years.Born in New Bedford, son of the late Lucien Michaud and Claire (Bourbeau) Landry, he lived in Dartmouth most of his life.Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing,...
Maria J. Andrade
Feb 24, 2026
Maria J. Andrade, 64, of East Wareham, died on February 24, 2026, at home, surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife of David Acevedo.
Born in Riobamba, Ecuador, she was the daughter of Anna Zuñiga Bales of Jersey City, NJ, and the late Washington Andrade. She lived in Jersey City, NJ, for 30 years before moving to Lakeville,...
Barry S. Shuster
Feb 24, 2026
Barry S. Shuster, 68, of Dartmouth passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday February 24 2026.
Born and raised in New Bedford, the son of the late Abbott and Millicent (Zeman) Shuster, he lived in Dartmouth for many years.
Barry was a graduate of New Bedford High School and Northeastern University where he received a Bachelor’s degree in Business with a minor...
Michael T. Rhodes
Feb 23, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael T. Rhodes (aka: Mike Casey) a devoted husband, proud father, cherished "Bubba," veteran, businessman, and friend. He leaves behind a legacy built on love, hard work, humor, and unwavering determination. He passed away at his home on Monday February 23, 2026.
Mike proudly served his country in the United...
Sung Bok Kim
Feb 23, 2026
Sung Bok Kim, of Mattapoisett, born September 1932 passed away on February 23. He retired to Mattapoisett in 2013 after a 40 year career at the State University of New York at Albany where he was a Distinguished Service Professor of History. During his years there he taught, was Department Chair and Dean of Undergraduate Studies. He was the recipient...
Robert E. Barbero
Feb 21, 2026
Robert (Bob) E. Barbero, 89, of Land O' Lakes, Florida, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on February 21, 2026, after a long and courageous struggle with prolonged illness. Robert was the beloved husband of Jeannette (Dion) Barbero and the late Claire (Langlois) Barbero, both of New Bedford. He was also the son of the late Joseph and...
Ira (Iris) Sagiv Alkalay
Feb 21, 2026
Ira (Iris) Sagiv Alkalay 1963-2026
Ira Alkalay, 62, of Westport, MA, formerly of Newton, MA and New Bedford, MA died on February 21, 2026.
Ira was born in Afula, Israel in 1963 to Cecilia (Merenzon) and Israel Alkalay. He attended New Bedford public schools before attending Brandeis University and Suffolk Law School. He spent his career as an attorney for the Committee...
Ana M. Lobo
Feb 21, 2026
Ana M. Lobo-Paris, 68, of New Bedford died February 21, 2026 peacefully at St. Luke's Hospital surrounded by her family.She was the wife of Carlos Lobo.Born in Worcester, daughter of the late Louis S. and Rufina A. (Andrade) Paris, she lived in New Bedford all of her life.She was formerly employed by Calvin Klein before retiring from LifeStream after 20...
Elizabeth A. Dawson
Feb 21, 2026
Elizabeth A. (Jaillet) Dawson, 85, of Mattapoisett, formerly of Boxford died February 21, 2026 peacefully at Tobey Hospital surrounded by her family.She was the wife of the late John Dawson, with whom she shared 56 years of marriage.
Born and raised in Lowell, daughter of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Tumelty) Jaillet, Elizabeth and John married in 1963 and made their home...
David B. Correia
Feb 20, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of David B. Correia 73, raised in Falmouth and New Bedford resident, who passed away surrounded by his loving family on February 20, 2026. David was a deeply cherished son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, whose quiet strength and creative spirit touched the lives of many. David was the eldest...
William Q. "Biff" MacLean, Jr.
Feb 20, 2026
On February 20, 2026, William Q. "Biff" Maclean, Jr., former State Senator, businessman, and civic leader, died peacefully at his home in Jupiter, Florida, surrounded by loved ones.
Biff was born on November 4, 1934, to the late Charlotte (Hillman) and William Q. MacLean, Sr. The MacLeans were a hardscrabble family toiling in the Fairhaven fish and lobster industry during the...
George G. “Skip” Gray, Jr.
Feb 19, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce that George G. (Skip) Gray, Jr., 80, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, February 19, 2026. He leaves behind his loving wife of 21 years and friend for 55, Jill R. Simmons. They were residents of Bath, NH, a place that he loved very much. His life was defined by...
Marie Ann McGonagle
Feb 17, 2026
Marie Ann (Francis) McGonagle, 68, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026. Born on March 21, 1957, Marie lived a life centered around love, family, and faith.On February 17, 1978, she was married to Robert Francis McGonagle in New Bedford, Massachusetts, and proudly carried the name McGonagle. She later lived in Maine, where she and her husband...
Mary Ellen Soares
Feb 16, 2026
Mary Ellen "Mollie" (Pennington) Soares, 85, passed away on Monday February 16, 2026 peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Robert K. Soares.
Born in New Bedford, she was the daughter of the late John J. and Sarah R. (Thatchell) Pennington.
Mollie was formerly employed as the head of transportation for Medeiros Bus Company and...
Timothy B. Sullivan
Feb 16, 2026
Commander Timothy Bernard Sullivan, USN (Ret.), beloved husband, friend, mentor, and decorated veteran, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of courage, honor, and service that will endure for generations. A proud former Prisoner of War, naval officer, and tireless advocate for veterans, Tim's life was defined by quiet strength and unwavering purpose.
Born on October 2,...
Brenda J. Gomes
Feb 14, 2026
Brenda J. Gomes, 67, of Fairhaven, passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Born in Providence, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Rudolph and Rosalie (DaLuz) Gomes and lived in Fairhaven for most of her life. Brenda was a graduate of Fairhaven High School and later earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Johnson &...
Nancy A. Gonsalves
Feb 14, 2026
Nancy A. (Shurtleff) Gonsalves, 84, of New Bedford, peacefully went to her final resting place on February 14, 2026, surrounded by unconditional love in her home.
She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Gonsalves, Jr., the great love of her life. Their marriage was built on deep love, devotion, and partnership, and she carried his memory in her heart...
Thomas A. Powers
Feb 12, 2026
Thomas A. Powers, 56, of New Bedford passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 12, 2026.Born in New Bedford, son of Maria (Medeiros) Dupont and the late William F. Powers, Jr., he lived in New Bedford all of his life.Tom enjoyed being with his family and fixing cars.Survivors include his mother, Maria; his children, Thomas Powers, Jr. and his wife Jennifer,...
