Jack Tavares
Dec 2, 2025
Jack Tavares, 87, of New Bedford passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital with his daughter by his side.
Born in New Bedford, son of the late Phil Barboza and Eugenia Tavares, he lived in New Bedford, Falmouth, and Boston for most of his life.
He was the proprietor of Tavares Oil for many years until his retirement.
Jack enjoyed...
Rosemarie Kodis
Dec 1, 2025
Rosemarie (Camboia) Kodis, 67, of New Bedford died December 1, 2025 unexpectedly at home.She was the wife of Peter W. Kodis, III.Born in Fenais Da Ajuda, Sao Miguel, Azores, daughter of the late Harcio D. and Elisabete M. (deMelo) Camboia, she lived in New Bedford most of her life.She was formerly employed as a stitcher in the textile mills before working at Sears...
Khaza Jackson
Dec 1, 2025
Khaza Ramon Jackson, 2 months, of New Bedford passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 1, 2025.
Born in New Bedford, son of Kevon Taye Jackson, Sr., and Diara Laray Reed-Domino, he lived in New Bedford.
Khaza had a calm and happy personality. He was handsome, had the cutest smile, and looked just like his daddy.
"I loved him for life and even after...
Edmund Tavares
Dec 1, 2025
Edmund F. Tavares, 88, of Dartmouth passed away December 1, 2025 at Charlton Memorial Hospital.
He was the husband of the late Carol A. (McKay) Tavares.
Born in New Bedford, son of the late Frank B. and Rita W. (Francis) Tavares, he lived there before settling in Dartmouth in 1968.
Ed was a lifelong educator, starting his career at Normandin Junior High School....
Andrew Dadagian, M.D.
Nov 30, 2025
Andrew "ANDO" Dadagian, M.D., age 94, passed away at home on November 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 10, 1931, in Watertown, and was the only child of the late Rose (Meremian) and John Dadagian. Andy's work ethic, appreciation of life, and resilience were shaped by his childhood in Watertown, known as 'Little Armenia'....
Robert P. Demeo
Nov 30, 2025
Robert "Bob" Demeo, a long-time resident of Marion, MA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Bob was born on October 3, 1931, in Boston to Sophie A. (Bucewicz) Demeo and Pasquale J. Demeo. He was predeceased by his cherished wife of 62 years, Patricia J. (Gannon) Demeo; his two half-brothers, Patrick Demeo and Rick Keith Rickson; and his...
Antone "Chubby" Tavares
Nov 29, 2025
Antone Lawrence “Chubby” Tavares, 81, of Tamarac, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on November 29, 2025. Born in Providence, RI, he was the loving son of the late Feliciano “Flash” and Albina (Gomes) Tavares.
Chubby was a member of the six brother’s R&B musical group Tavares, which was nationally and internationally known. Prior to Tavares, the group was known as...
Manuel Gomes
Nov 29, 2025
Manuel S. Gomes, 73, of Boston, passed away after a long illness on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
Born in Brava, Cape Verde, son of the late Francisco and Maria (Soares) Gomes, he lived in Boston most of his life.
Manny enjoyed fishing, long walks with his dog Luca, watching all New England sports teams, especially the Patriots and Celtics, and cooking dishes...
Joan E. Lagunowich
Nov 29, 2025
Joan E. (Grassetti) Lagunowich, 79, of Mattapoisett, formerly of Longmeadow, MA died November 29, 2025 peacefully at St. Luke's Hospital surrounded by her loving family.
She was the beloved wife of Paul G. Lagunowich, with whom she shared 57 years of marriage. Born in Springfield, MA, daughter of the late Venicio and Shirley (Green) Grassetti. She raised her family in Longmeadow,...
Henry Pina
Nov 28, 2025
Henry "Boy" Pina, 82 of New Bedford, passed away on November 28th at St. Luke's Hospital, after a period of declining health. Henry was born in New Bedford, he was the son of the late Julia and Henry "Harry" Pina.
Henry was educated in New Bedford and worked at H. Loeb Textiles from the age of 17 until his retirement as...
Robert B. Caldeira
Nov 28, 2025
Robert B. Caldeira, 88, of Marion passed away at home on Friday November 28, 2025. He was the husband of Susan A. (Giard) Caldeira.
Born in New Bedford, the son of the late Celestino and Georgiana Caldeira, he lived in Marion for most of his life.
Robert, a tireless Teamsters Union advocate, served as a former Trustee of the Teamsters Union Local...
Joan M. Liarikos
Nov 26, 2025
Joan M. (Saunders) Liarikos, 93, of Rochester, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2025 after a brief illness. She was the wife of the late George F. Liarikos, Jr., with whom she shared 66 years of marriage.
Born in New Bedford, the daughter of the late Captain Herman R. and Matilda M. (O'Reilly) Saunders, she lived in Acushnet for many years before...
Arlene F. Belliveau
Nov 23, 2025
Arlene F. (Rogers) Belliveau, 82, of Rochester, MA and The Villages, FL died Sunday, November 23, 2025 at Charlton Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She was the wife of Paul Belliveau.
Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late John and Maude (Mosher) Rogers, she was raised in New Bedford and lived in Rochester and Mattapoisett for most of her...
Victoria M. Furness
Nov 22, 2025
Victoria Marie Furness, devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and longtime resident of Freetown, MA, passed away surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Woburn, Massachusetts, Victoria was the daughter of the late Frank Daniel Barnaby and Theresa (Feola) Barnaby. She spent more than 30 years building a warm and welcoming life with her best friend and love of...
Maureen D. Riley
Nov 22, 2025
Maureen D. (Kilner) Riley, 103, of Rochester died Saturday, November 22, 2025 peacefully at home. She was the wife of the late Albert F. Riley.
Born in Auckland, New Zealand, daughter of the late James and Catherine (Doyle) Kilner, she moved to the United States at the age of 27 after meeting her late husband Albert while he served in the...
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...
Bruce R. Boren
Nov 21, 2025
Bruce Robert Boren, 74, of Fairhaven, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on November 6, 1951, in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, Bruce was the son of the late Robert B. and Marion P. (Smith) Boren.
A 1970 graduate of Martha's Vineyard High School, Bruce went on to earn his bachelor's degree from Metropolitan State College...
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...
