Obituaries
Lucy Rivera
Aug 4, 2021
Lucy (Roman) Rivera, 83, of New Bedford died August 4, 2021 peacefully in her sleep. Born in Loiza, Puerto Rico, daughter of the late Inocancio and Blasina (Roman) Roman, she was raised in New York and lived in New Jersey before moving to New Bedford in 1984. She enjoyed music, dancing, soap operas, gardening, going out, feeding and helping...
Robert D. Brogden
Aug 2, 2021
Robert D. Brogden, 59, of New Bedford, died unexpectedly at home on Monday, August 2, 2021. Born and raised in New Bedford, he was the son of the late James E. and June A. (Robert) Brogden. Robert was an avid Vikings and Yankees fan, and enjoyed rock music and spending time with his family. He loved his dogs Bud...
Michelle Rosa
Aug 2, 2021
Michelle Rosa, 64, of Long Beach, CA, formerly of New Bedford, died Monday, August 2, 2021. Michelle was a beautiful soul--loving, well-mannered & generous. She was born on a military base in Fort Monmouth, New Jersey before moving to New Bedford, Massachusetts. Throughout her life, Michelle enjoyed dancing and was a remarkable gymnast. As a founding member of the...
Marcelle R. Chartier
Aug 1, 2021
Marcelle R. (Audette) Chartier, 96, of New Bedford died August 1, 2021 after a period of declining health. She was the wife of the late Normand O. Chartier. Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Albert L. and Antoinette (Godbout) Audette, she lived in New Bedford all of her life. She was formerly employed by Sacred Heart Church...
Jerell J. Grajales Souto
Aug 1, 2021
Jerell J. Grajales Souto, 27, of New Bedford died unexpectedly at St. Luke's Hospital on Sunday, August 1, 2021. Born on June 27, 1994 and raised in New Bedford, he was the son of William Grajales, Jr. and Sherri A. Souto. Jerell loved to cook, listen to music, and make people laugh. He was a loving father and would...
Joseph Bercier, Jr.
Aug 1, 2021
Joseph Bercier, Jr., 57, of New Bedford was sadly taken too soon on Sunday August 1, 2021 surrounded by those who loved him. He is survived by his wife Sally, having just celebrated 30 years of marriage. He also leaves behind his son, Michael; his mother, Dolores Barksdale; his sisters, Linda (Eddie) Santos and Debra Bercier; his brother, Michael...
Robert Hunt
Aug 1, 2021
Robert Hunt, 70, of New Bedford, formerly of Buffalo, New York, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 1st, 2021, in his oceanside home. Robert was born April 26th, 1951, in Venice, Italy, son of the late Stanley I.T. and Carla F. (Ancona) Hunt, he lived in Buffalo, New York before moving to Massachusetts. Robert followed his dreams in life....
Laura G. Poulton
Jul 31, 2021
Laura G. Poulton, 90, of Dartmouth, passed away Saturday, July 31, 2021. Daughter of the late John F. and Alice (Tetrault) Gannon of New Bedford, she was born in 1930 and was influenced by the Great Depression, '38 Hurricane, and World War II. She married the late John Poulton, Jr. of New Bedford in 1950. She is survived by...
Leonard Alden Randall
Jul 30, 2021
Leonard Alden Randall, 94, of Mattapoisett died July 30, 2021 unexpectedly at home. He was the husband of the late Marilyn Valerie (Miller) Randall. Born in New Bedford, son of the late Jeremiah L. and Lillian I. (Ingalls) Randall, he lived in Mattapoisett all of his life. Leonard was always a farmer, even while working with Bob Flanders, Don...
Evan S. Perry
Jul 28, 2021
Evan S. Perry, 41, of New Bedford and Boston died unexpectedly July 28, 2021. Born in New Bedford, son of Tami M. Perry of New Bedford and the late Joseph D. Lewis, he lived in New Bedford most of his life before moving to Boston. Survivors include his mother; 2 brothers, Joseph Lewis of New Bedford and Tyrone Lewis...
Susan Warner
Jul 27, 2021
Susan "Susie" Warner passed away peacefully in her home on July 27th surrounded by loved ones. She is survived by her devoted husband of 49 years, Lawrence Warner of Marion, her 2 loving children and 4 adoring grandchildren. Per Susie's request, there will not be a public service. To celebrate Susie's life, please consider a donation to the Willoughby...
Daniel "Taz" Souto
Jul 27, 2021
Daniel" Taz" Souto, 59, of New Bedford, MA passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday July 27, 2021. He was born on February 18, 1962 in New Bedford to the late Joseph S. Souto and Ferdinanda (Teles) Souto. Daniel was a lifelong resident of New Bedford and a graduate of New Bedford High School. He was employed as a machinist for...
Elizabeth A. Montigny
Jul 24, 2021
Our angel, Elizabeth Anne "Betty" (Sheehan) Montigny, age 95, returned to God on July 24, 2021, peacefully and surrounded by her loving family. She was born in New Bedford, MA on August 14, 1925 to Irish immigrants John and Catherine (McCauley) Sheehan and was one of six children raised at 140 Liberty Street. Betty was devoted to her soulmate,...
Horace Farnham Field Iii
Jul 23, 2021
Horace Farnham Field III of Mattapoisett, MA – aka Dicky and/or Sam - passed peacefully on July 23, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Born 1933 in Salem, MA, he was the oldest of four children to the late Horace Farnham Field, Jr. and Katherine (Fabens) Field. As a child, he spent his years residing in Northfield, MA with...
Lourdes Jones Alcala
Jul 22, 2021
Lourdes Jones, 70, completed her life's journey on July 22, 2021 at Care One in New Bedford after long battle with cancer. Born in Samana, Domincan Republic, she moved to Puerto Rico in the 80's and established her residence in Caparra Terrace with her husband and daughter. Lourdes is survived by her beloved mother Florita Alcala viuda de Jones,...
Cam Fordyce
Jul 22, 2021
Cam Fordyce You fill up my senses Like a night in a forest Like the mountains in springtime Like a walk in the rain Like a storm in the desert Like a sleepy blue ocean You fill up my senses Come fill me again. John Denver – Annie's Song Cameron Powell Fordyce was born on August 24, 1937, in...
Paul G. Croteau
Jul 22, 2021
Paul G. "Truck" Croteau, 71, of Mattapoisett, died Thursday July 22, 2021 in comfort and care. Born in New Bedford, the son of Normand Croteau and Pauline (Gaudette) Croteau, Paul was a proud father, a friend, a long-time musician and passionate horticulturalist. He spent most of his days caring for his native garden in Fairhaven and spending time with...
Patricia I. Souza
Jul 22, 2021
Patricia I. (Mills) Souza, 82, of New Bedford passed away Thursday July 22, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of David B. Souza. Born in New Bedford, the daughter of the late Harold F. and Elizabeth A. (Curran) Mills, she lived in New Bedford all of her life. She was a graduate of New Bedford...
George Richard Baroni
Jul 21, 2021
George Richard Baroni, 81, most recently of New Bedford MA, previously of Washingtonville NY, died Wednesday July 21, 2021. Richard was born February 14, 1940 in Lynbrook NY to the late Matthew and Dorothy (Backert) Baroni. He married Patricia Donohue in 1965 and they were married for a happy 52 years until her death in July 2017. He was...
Ann E. Sullivan
Jul 21, 2021
Ann E. (Collard) Sullivan, age 68, of New Bedford passed away peacefully on July 21, 2021 surrounded by family after a courageous battle against cancer. She was the loving wife of Daniel J. Sullivan. Daughter of the late Henry and Margaret (Neville) Collard, Ann lived in New Bedford for most of her life. Retired from Barry Investment Advisors, she...
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