Joseph S. Finnerty
May 22, 2026
Joseph S. Finnerty, beloved husband of Catharine (Bohan) Finnerty died Friday, May 22, 2026 surrounded by the comforting love of his wife and children. Born in New Bedford to the late Hugh and Edna (Markey) Finnerty, he was a proud, life-long resident of the City and parishioner of Holy Name Church.
Joe attended New Bedford public schools, earned his Bachelor’s degree...
Timothy Coleman
May 13, 2026
Timothy Coleman, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, a beloved husband, father, son, and friend, passed away suddenly on May 13, 2026, at the age of 48. He leaves behind a legacy of love, warmth, and unforgettable memories.
Born on August 2, 1977, Timothy lived his life with a generous spirit and a genuine heart. A great cook with a true passion for...
Dolores L. Spencer
May 19, 2026
Dolores "Lolly" Louise (Carmo) Spencer, 95, of Fairhaven, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 19, 2026, after a period of declining health. She was the beloved wife of Edward B. Spencer for 58 years until his passing in 2009.
Born in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Dolores was the daughter of the late John and Alice (Lopes) Carmo. She lived in...
Laura J. Baptista
Apr 1, 2026
Laura DeAndrade Baptista was born on November 27, 1936, in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts, and left this earth peacefully on April 1, 2026.
Laura was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph DeAndrade and Laura Pina DeAndrade; her siblings, Albert, Adeline, Antone, Isabel, and Arthur; and her beloved son, Charles Baptista.
Laura will be remembered for her kind heart, vibrant spirit, deep love for...
Bruce E. Sarmento
May 14, 2026
Bruce E. Sarmento, 54, of Fairhaven passed away Thursday, May 14, 2026 at home surrounded by his family after a year long battle with cancer.
Born in New Bedford, he was the son of Eugene and Mary (Sylvia) Sarmento, and attended New Bedford High School.
He was employed by Plumb House as a siding foreman for nearly 22 years, where he was...
Preston Archibald Carrington
May 17, 2026
Preston "Tony" Archibald Carrington, 66, of New Bedford and Mattapoisett, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, after a period of declining health. He was the husband of Patricia (Moniz) Carrington for 44 years.
Born in Trinidad and raised in Florida, Tony lived in New Bedford for many years before recently moving to Mattapoisett.
Tony was a veteran of the United...
Stephen W. Marshalek
May 17, 2026
Stephen Wayne "Steve" Marshalek, age 64, of South Dartmouth, Massachusetts, passed away after a courageous battle with ALS on May 17, 2026. Steve was a lifelong resident of Dartmouth, where he was raised and built a life rooted in family, service, and community.
He was the beloved son of the late Rosamond (Sweet) Marshalek and Stephen Marshalek.
Steve was a proud graduate...
Joanne Mary Gonzales
May 16, 2026
Joanne Mary (Goguen) Gonzales, 83, of New Bedford died May 16, 2026 at Vantage of New Bedford after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by her family.Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Gerard and Lillian (Galant) Goguen, she lived in New Bedford all of her life.She enjoyed Bingo, sewing, Carrie Underwood, Minions, collecting figurines and animals.Survivors include her 3...
Thomas F. Healy, IV
May 13, 2026
Thomas Francis Healy IV, of Wareham, formerly of Kingston, MA, beloved husband, devoted father, and cherished grandfather known lovingly as "Bumpa," passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 13, 2026.
Tom was a man whose greatest joy came from the people he loved. As a husband, he was a steady source of strength, kindness, and unwavering support. As a...
Susan Finnerty
May 11, 2026
Susan (Roswell) Finnerty, 69, of New Bedford died May 11, 2026 at St. Luke's Hospital after a brief illness.She was the wife of the late Paul M. Finnerty.Born and raised in Boston, daughter of the late Bernard A. and Dorothy (Conway) Roswell, she lived in New Bedford since 1991.She was formerly employed as a CNA at Mediplex Rehabilitation Hospital for...
Raymond C. Harris, Jr.
May 8, 2026
Raymond C. Harris, Jr. died peacefully on May 8, 2026 at the age of 71 with his loving wife by his side. He was a husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, great uncle, and cousin.
He is survived by his wife, Amy Huff-Harris; two daughters, Raechelle Sloan (David) and Desiree Harris; seven grandchildren, Deven and Brayden Sloan, Mashaud, Elias, Zion, Ezras, and...
James R. Tavares
May 7, 2026
James R. Tavares, 83, of Acushnet died May 7, 2026 at Care One of New Bedford.Born in New Bedford, son of the late James P. Tavares and Maire (Paulino) Eanes, he lived in Acushnet most of his life.He was formerly employed as a surveyor for 38 years with Tibbetts Engineering until his retirement.He is survived by his aunt, Rose Santos...
David T. Rocha
May 7, 2026
David T. Rocha, 86, of Mattapoisett died Thursday, May 7, 2026 at Tobey Hospital after a long illness. He was the husband of Elvita (Baptista) Rocha, with whom he shared 36 years of marriage.
Born in New Bedford, son of the late Joseph and Maria (Taft) Rocha, he lived in New Bedford and Mattapoisett for most of his life.
He honorably served...
Christine Mae Costa
May 6, 2026
Christine Mae Costa, 76, of Dartmouth died Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at home after a brief illness.
Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late John A. Costa and the late Eulalia "Lillian" (Tavares) Costa, she lived in Dartmouth for most of her life.
She was formerly employed at various jobs through LifeStream, Inc.
Christine loved watching the Boston Red Sox and listening...
Helen Rogers
May 5, 2026
Helen (Seferiadis) Rogers, 85, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 after a rapid decline in health. She was born on April 6, 1941 in Acushnet, Massachusetts to Christo and Anna (Cozan) Seferiadis.
Helen graduated from New Bedford High School and went on to earn a bachelor's degree from Bridgewater State University and a master's...
Thomas J. Galligan
May 5, 2026
Thomas J. Galligan, 77, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, in Princeton, New Jersey. Born on January 11, 1949, Tom spent his final years in New Jersey, but Massachusetts was always his true home - the place that shaped his character, his faith, and his lifelong passions.
Raised in North Dartmouth, MA, Tom graduated from Bishop Stang High School and earned...
Richard S. Estrella
May 3, 2026
Richard S. Estrella, 75, of New Bedford passed away May 3, 2026 at St. Luke's Hospital surrounded by his family, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter and sweet memories. He was the husband of Jane E. (O'Brien) Estrella.
Born in New Bedford, son of the late Donald and Mercedes (Arruda) Estrella, he was raised in Dartmouth and lived in New Bedford most...
Auxilia DaSilva
May 2, 2026
Auxilia (Fernandes) DaSilva, 92, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2026. She was the wife of the late Jeronimo DaSilva.Born in Brava, Cape Verde, daughter of the late Henry and Adelina Fernandes, she lived in New Bedford most of her life.Auxilia enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family. She was a member of the Bisca...
Rory Michael McFee
May 2, 2026
Rory Michael McFee, 78, of Mattapoisett, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Saturday, May 2, 2026. He was the husband of Christine (Reardon) McFee.
Born in Chicago, IL, son of the late Robert and Virginia (Pugil) McFee, he lived in Mattapoisett most of his life.
Rory bravely lived with Congestive Heart Failure for almost 25 years...
Maria L. Ferreira
Apr 30, 2026
Maria de Lá-Salette (Santos) Ferreira, 99, of New Bedford passed away at home on Thursday, April 30, 2026 surrounded by her family and friends.
Born in Sao Nicolau, Cape Verde, daughter of the late Joao B. and Ana M. (Lopes) Ferreira, she lived in Cape Verde before moving to New Bedford in 1976.
She was formerly employed as a seamstress at several...
