Phyllis L. Soares-Eaton
Aug 18, 2026
Phyllis L. Soares-Eaton, 85, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at Alden Court Nursing Home in Fairhaven, Massachusetts.
Phyllis, affectionately known to some as “Fifi,” was born on December 11, 1940, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, to the late Mary “Gee” Soares and John B. Soares. She was one of six siblings. She was the beloved sister...
Charles A. "Chuck" Cotter
Aug 18, 2026
Charles A. “Chuck” Cotter, 86, of Dartmouth, formerly of New Bedford, passed away Tuesday August 18, 2026.
Born in New Bedford on January 31, 1940, he was the son of the late Harold Joseph Cotter and Anne (Woollum) Cotter. He was married to the late Carole (Harrison) Cotter for 39 years.
He is survived by his children, Carole Jerome, Beth Cotter, Michael...
Brenda A. Correia
Aug 9, 2026
In Loving Memory of Brenda Correia
Brenda A. Correia, 68, of New Bedford died August 9, 2026. She was the epitome of unconditional love: she leaves behind a profound legacy in the form of the countless lives that she touched and changed for the better. During Brenda's life, she held many treasured titles: daughter, sister, godchild, wife, mother, niece, godmother, grandmother,...
Christine Gagnon
Jul 31, 2026
Christine Gagnon, 66, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026.Christine was a longtime employee of the Acushnet Company. She will be remembered for her love of cats, her deep appreciation for music, and the kindness and warmth she shared with those around her.Christine leaves behind several beloved cousins who will cherish her memory and remember the...
Bradford N. Eames
Jul 31, 2026
Bradford N. Eames, 82
Brad Eames never did anything halfway.
Born in Attleboro, MA on August 6, 1943 to Newell Taft Eames and Margery Louise (Bessom) Eames, Brad was raised in his parents' hometown of Mansfield. Soon after he was born, his father left to serve in Germany during WWII. At age 2 ¾ Brad was sent out to help with the...
Wayne J. Ferreira
May 31, 2026
Wayne J. Ferreira was born in New Bedford on July 15, 1951, to the late Joseph and Roberta (Reynolds) Ferreira. The family moved to Rochester in the 1960s, and their home remained Wayne's home base for the rest of his life. He graduated from Old Rochester Regional High School in 1970. He resided permanently in Rochester from 1997 until his...
Daryl Raymond Sylvia
Aug 15, 2026
Daryl R. Sylvia, 79, of Dartmouth, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2026. He was the husband of Nancy J. Sylvia for 59 years.Son of the late Raymond and Florabell (Frances) Sylvia, he was born and lived most of his life in New Bedford, before moving to So. Dartmouth.After graduating from Bristol County Agricultural High School, Daryl worked in landscaping for...
Neil J. Graner
Aug 11, 2026
Neil J. Graner, 85, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2026, at the McCarthy Care Center in Sandwich, Massachusetts, surrounded by his loving family after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Born on December 13, 1940, Neil was raised in Yonkers, New York, where he attended Commerce High School. Growing up, Neil held a variety of jobs, including working as...
Jean V. Couto
Aug 10, 2026
Jean V. (Auclair) Couto, 82, of New Bedford passed away at home on Monday August 10, 2026. She was the wife of the late Edward Couto.
Born and raised in Fall River, the daughter of the late Victor G. and Rosella (Fleming) Auclair, she had lived in New Bedford since 1988. She was educated at St. Patrick’s School and Mount St....
Antonio F.R.C. Amaral
Aug 10, 2026
Antonio entered into eternal rest on August 10, 2026 at the age of 87.
Born in Ponte Garca, Portugal, he left the Azores for the U.S.A. with his parents when he was 18. His family settled in Middleboro, MA and attended Sacred Heart Church. He found employment at a local shoe factory for a couple years. In the late 1950's he...
Millicent L. Garr
Aug 9, 2026
Millicent L. (Gibbs) Garr, 93, of New Bedford died August 9, 2026 at home surrounded by her family.She was the wife of the late Maurice "Mickey" Garr.Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late John T. and Maria Louise (Coblins) Gibbs, she lived in New Bedford all of her life.She was formerly employed as a teacher at the United Front...
Esperanza B. Espinola
Aug 8, 2026
Esperanza B. Espinola, 68, of Fitchburg, Massachusetts, formerly of New Bedford, Massachusetts, entered into eternal rest on August 8, 2026.Born in the Philippines to Basilio and Minelia Bides, Esperanza was the eldest of seven children. In 1987, she came to the United States with her eldest daughter, Remynelle, on their first plane ride together. She courageously began a new life...
Richard A. Bono
Aug 4, 2026
Richard "Ricky" Alan Bono, 72, of Mattapoisett, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday August 4, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was surrounded by the love of his family and close friends.
Born on October 30, 1953, in New Bedford, Richard was immersed in the South Coast where spent his entire life. His roots...
Janice A. Arguin
Aug 1, 2026
Born April 8,1934-Passed August 1, 2026
We are sorry to announce the passing of Janice A. Arguin, who died on August 1, 2026, at the age of 92. Janice was the beloved wife of Roland J. Arguin, who predeceased her after 65 years of marriage.
Janice was born on April 8, 1934, in New Bedford. Her parents, Thomas and Dora...
Annie C. Peter
Jul 30, 2026
Annie C. (Gabriel) Peter, 97, of New Bedford passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late John Maroon Peter.
Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Gabriel Joseph Gabriel and Habka (Michael) Gabriel, she lived in New Jersey and New Bedford for most of her life.
She was a communicant...
Stephen R. Gomes
Jul 29, 2026
Stephen R. Gomes, 71, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, at Vantage at New Bedford. Stephen affectionately remembered by many as "Stevie or Yohan". His passing leaves a deep sadness in the hearts of those who loved him, but also a lasting gratitude for the memories, laughter, strength, and love he shared throughout his life.
Born in...
Carol Louise Ouellette
Jul 29, 2026
Carol Louise Ouellette (Chapdelaine), born in New Bedford, MA, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family.Born on April 10, 1937, Carol lived a life guided by her unwavering faith in God. Her faith was the foundation of who she was, shaping the kindness, compassion, and grace she showed to everyone she met. Above all else, Carol loved...
Ana Cristina Contreras
Jul 28, 2026
Ana Cristina Contreras, 61, of New Bedford died Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Brigham and Women's Hospital after a long illness surrounded by her family.
Born in Bilbao, Viscaya, Spain, daughter of Ramona Bretal Contreras and the late Angel M. Contreras. In 1979, at the age of 15, she immigrated with her family to New Bedford, where she built a life...
Mario Carreiro
Jul 27, 2026
Mario Carreiro, 64, of Fairhaven passed away on July 27, 2026, following a tragic car accident. He was the husband of Anne (Dupont) Carreiro.
Born in New Bedford, he was the son of the late Mariano and Maria R. (Vieira) Carreiro. He grew up in New Bedford and lived in Fairhaven for several decades. He and his wife met at Holy...
David Longval
Jul 25, 2026
Matthew David Longval, 69, of Acushnet, died July 25, 2026, after an extended illness. Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, on April 14, 1957, he was the son of the late Louis "Pete" Longval and Gertrude (Dargon) Longval. Raised in Dracut, Massachusetts, David attended Saint Michael's School in Lowell and graduated from Dracut High School in 1975. In 1979, he earned a...
