Obituaries

Filomena Maria Ferreira

Filomena Maria Ferreira

Jul 6, 2025

New Bedford – Filomena Maria Ferreira, age 70, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital.

Born in Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel, Azores, she was the beloved daughter of the late Maria Cesaltina Ferreira. She leaves behind cousins in Montreal and many friends.

She will be missed dearly by her Family of Support Staff at...

James Freeman Rogers, Jr.

James Freeman Rogers, Jr.

Jul 5, 2025

James Freeman Rogers Jr.

December 27, 1963 – July 5, 2025

James Freeman Rogers Jr., 61, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, in his hometown.

Born on December 27, 1963, in New Bedford, James was the beloved son of James F. Rogers Sr. and Betty Ann Pina- Rogers. A proud U.S. Army veteran, James served his country with honor...

Fernando Martins da Silva

Fernando Martins da Silva

Jul 3, 2025

It is with deep sorrow but with hope and belief in Eternal life in heaven that we announce the unexpected passing of Fernando Martins da Silva, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Fernando entered eternal life on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at his home. He was the loving husband of Maria Conceição “Connie” Silva to whom he...

Phyllis Daviski (Sylvia)

Phyllis Daviski (Sylvia)

Jun 27, 2025

Phyllis (Sylvia) Daviski, beloved and devoted mother, sister and grandmother, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the age of 92 at the Oaks with her daughter by her side.

Phyllis was born in New Bedford to the late Rose (Oliver) Sylvia and Edward Sylvia, was a lifelong resident of Dartmouth and New Bedford.. She worked as a Home Health...

Elsie Gonsalves (Marques)

Elsie Gonsalves (Marques)

Jun 27, 2025

Elsie (Marques) Gonsalves, 97, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 27 at Vantage Health, previously the New Bedford Jewish Convalescent Home, after a long illness.

She shared 73 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, the late Agostinho “Gus” Gonsalves, who passed away in 2020.

Born and raised in New Bedford, she was the daughter of...

Carolina Arruda

Carolina Arruda

Jun 22, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Carolina (Medeiros) Arruda, who left this world on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Carolina, age 99, was born in New Bedford on May 1, 1926, and was the devoted wife of the late Edward S. Arruda.

She was the beloved daughter of...

Carmen Frates

Carmen Frates

Jun 19, 2025

Carmen (Rodriguez) Frates, age 78, of Dorchester, MA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on July 14, 1946, in Arroyo, Puerto Rico, Carmen was a cherished daughter of the late Pedro Rodriguez and Inez Morales.Throughout her life, she was known for her warm spirit and strong work ethic, having dedicated...

Janet Hernandez

Janet Hernandez

Jun 19, 2025

Janet Hernandez, age 70, of Dartmouth, MA, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 27, 1955, in Manhattan, New York, she was the cherished daughter of the late Israel Hernandez Santiago and Maria Esther Acevedo Medina.

Janet is survived by her mother, Maria Esther Acevedo Medina; her former husband,...

Santiago Fernandez Vazquez

Santiago Fernandez Vazquez

Jun 15, 2025

Santiago Fernandez Vazquez, age 88, of Dartmouth, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Brandon Woods of Dartmouth, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Vidalia Lopez.

Born on July 25, 1936, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, Santiago was the cherished son of the late Octavio Fernandez and Maria Vazquez. He had a diverse career, serving as...

Kathleen Ann O'Connell

Kathleen Ann O'Connell

Jun 13, 2025

Kathleen Ann O’Connell, a resident of Dartmouth, Massachusetts, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by her mother and daughter.

Kathleen was born on Valentine's Day in 1964 and was raised in Granby, Massachusetts. She was cherished by her parents, the late Robert O’Connell and Joyce (Behilo) O’Connell. Kathleen graduated from Stonehill College with a degree...

Albertina (Andrade) Avila

Albertina (Andrade) Avila

Jun 13, 2025

Dartmouth – It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Albertina (Andrade) Avila, age 94, who departed this life on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Brandon Woods of Dartmouth, surrounded by the love and support of her family. Albertina was the beloved wife of Jose Pereira Avila, who stood by her side through the years.

Born on June...

Robert J Sylvia

Robert J Sylvia

Jun 13, 2025

Robert J. Sylvia, age 79, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025, at his daughter’s home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Rose (Harrison) Sylvia.

Born on August 20, 1945, in Providence, R.I., Robert was the cherished son of the late Walter Sylvia and Mary (Willett) Sylvia. His early years were spent in...

Maria Lurdes (Raminhos) Santos

Maria Lurdes (Raminhos) Santos

Jun 12, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Maria Lurdes (Raminhos) Santos, age 71, of Dartmouth, MA, who left this world on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on August 12, 1953, in Figueira da Foz, Portugal, she was the beloved daughter of the late Domingos Raminhos and...

David "Big Dave" Sturgeon

David "Big Dave" Sturgeon

Jun 8, 2025

David "Big Dave" Sturgeon, aged 76, of New Bedford, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 14, 1948, in New Bedford, he was the beloved son of the late Glenn Sturgeon Sr. and Alice (Medeiros) Sturgeon-Pierce.

David was a skilled carpenter who took immense pride in his work, building...

Hermenegildo V. Almeida

Hermenegildo V. Almeida

Jun 8, 2025

New Bedford – Hermenegildo V. Almeida, age 86, of Westport, MA, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on April 13, 1939, in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde, Hermenegildo was the beloved son of the late Victor Inacio and Alexandra Rosa Delgado. Throughout his life, he worked as a machine operator at both...

Emanuel Evangelho Garcia

Emanuel Evangelho Garcia

Jun 7, 2025

Emanuel Evangelho Garcia, age 51, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025. He was the husband of Paula C. (Sousa) Garcia.

Born on July 19, 1973, and raised in Sao Caetano, Pico, Azores, Emanuel was the beloved son of Ana Guilhermina (Evangelho) Garcia and the late Manuel Celestino Garcia. At the tender age of 16, he embarked...

Ambrosina  daSilva Vitorino

Ambrosina daSilva Vitorino

Jun 7, 2025

New Bedford - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ambrosina (daSilva) Vitorino, age 95, of New Bedford, MA, who left this world on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Hathaway Manor, surrounded by the love of her family. She was the beloved wife of the late Augusto Sousa Vitorino.

Born on April 14, 1930, in Lagoa, Sao...

Ruth F. Almeida

Ruth F. Almeida

Jun 6, 2025

New Bedford - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ruth F. (Walton) Almeida, who left this world on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Care One at New Bedford, surrounded by her loving family. Ruth, age 99, was a lifelong resident of New Bedford, Massachusetts, born on August 2, 1925. She was the devoted wife of...

Paulo Batista

Paulo Batista

Jun 4, 2025

Dartmouth- It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Paulo Batista, age 51, from Dartmouth, Massachusetts, on his travels home on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Paulo was a beloved husband to Raquel Batista. Originally from Sintra, Portugal, he was born on August 10, 1973, to Orlando Batista and Maria Dacosta. Paulo dedicated his career to serving as...

Emerito Rodriguez Quinones

Emerito Rodriguez Quinones

Jun 4, 2025

New Bedford, MA – Emerito Rodriguez Quinones, age 82, of New Bedford, MA passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at Brandon Woods of New Bedford. He was the beloved husband of the late Amelia Quinones (Ruiz).

Emerito was born in Cayey, Puerto Rico and was the beloved son of the late Roberto Rodriguez and Rosa Elena Quinones.

He is survived by...