Obituaries

Maria Jose (DaCunha) Costeira

Maria Jose (DaCunha) Costeira

Nov 4, 2025

Maria Jose (Pinho DaCunha) Costeira, age 84, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on November 4, 2025. She was the loving wife of 61 years to the late Arlindo DaSilva Costeira, who predeceased her in 2023.

Born on November 3, 1941, in Sao Jacinto, Aveiro, Portugal, Maria was the beloved daughter of the late...

Charles R. Gaspar

Charles R. Gaspar

Nov 2, 2025

Charles R. Gaspar, age 83, of New Bedford, MA, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, November 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. His passing marks the close of a remarkable life defined by hard work, devotion, and deep love for those around him.

Born on February 28, 1942, in New Bedford, Charles was the beloved son of the late...

Nancy (Pacheco) Vital

Nancy (Pacheco) Vital

Nov 2, 2025

Nancy Vital, 88, of Dartmouth passed away at home surrounded by her family on November 2, 2025 after a long illness. She was the daughter of the late Mary Pacheco. She is survived by her son Derek Vital and his wife Kerrin of Dartmouth and her beloved grandson Connor Vital.

Nancy was born in Dartmouth but lived most of her childhood...

Eva Nilda (Iturrino) DeJesus

Eva Nilda (Iturrino) DeJesus

Oct 30, 2025

Eva Nilda (Iturrino) DeJesus, age 96, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025, peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on September 13, 1929, in Añasco, Puerto Rico, to the late Cecilia Iturrino.

Eva was a joyful and spirited woman who cherished life’s simple pleasures. She loved spending time at home surrounded by loved ones, listening...

Jose C. Araujo

Jose C. Araujo

Oct 30, 2025

Jose C. Araujo, age 85, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on January 03, 1940, in Sao Miguel, Azores, to the late Antonio Araujo and Ermelinda Araujo (Tavares).

Jose was a man of many passions and talents. He enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting and caring for...

Saturnina Ortiz Soto

Saturnina Ortiz Soto

Oct 27, 2025

Saturnina Ortiz Soto, age 87, of New Bedford, MA, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025, at her home with her loving family by her side.

Born on February 8, 1938, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, Saturnina was the beloved daughter of Juan Ortiz and Ramona Soto. Throughout her life, she embraced the role of a loving homemaker, dedicating herself to caring for...

Maria dos Anjos Lapointe (Martins)

Maria dos Anjos Lapointe (Martins)

Oct 26, 2025

Maria dos Anjos Lapointe (Martins), 54, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025, at Saint Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford with her loving family by her side.

Born on August 1, 1971 in Água de Pau, Azores, Portugal, Maria was the beloved daughter of the late José Martins and Maria Joana Martins (Remédios). She was a loving...

Raymond Joseph Duff

Raymond Joseph Duff

Oct 25, 2025

Raymond Joseph Duff “Duffy”, age 74, of Dartmouth, MA, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was the cherished husband of Claire (Quintin) Duff, his beloved wife of 57 years with whom he shared a life filled with love and companionship.

Born in New Bedford, MA, on August 6, 1951, Raymond...

Ana A. Rodriguez

Ana A. Rodriguez

Oct 24, 2025

Ana A. (Diaz) Rodriguez, age 67, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished wife of Dionisio Rodriguez.

Born on August 9, 1958, in Cayey, Puerto Rico, Ana was the beloved daughter of Miguel Diaz and Maria de Los Angeles Torres.

Throughout her life, Ana dedicated herself...

Edward M. Corrie

Edward M. Corrie

Oct 22, 2025

Edward M. Corrie, age 65, of Dartmouth, MA, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Brenda L. (Dart) Corrie.

Born on February 19, 1960, in New Bedford, MA, Edward was the cherished son of Edward King Corrie and Irene (Morin) Corrie. He dedicated many years to his craft as the proprietor of Corrie Refrigeration,...

Alice Rogers

Alice Rogers

Oct 22, 2025

Alice (DeValles) Rogers, age 103, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the Vantage of New Bedford Nursing Home. Born on June 17, 1922, Alice was the cherished wife of the late Stephen M. Rogers. Alice's early life unfolded in the vibrant city of New Bedford, where she was born to the late Cosme A....

Natalia Vieira

Natalia Vieira

Oct 19, 2025

Natalia Vieira, age 56, of New Bedford, MA, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, October 19, 2025. Born on August 30, 1969, in Ribeira Quente, São Miguel, Azores, she was the cherished daughter of the late José Vieira, and Maria Vieira.

Natalia dedicated much of her professional life to the Joseph Abboud Men’s Clothing Company, where her hard work and...

Betty Lou Jeffrey

Betty Lou Jeffrey

Oct 17, 2025

Betty Lou Jeffrey (Bettencourt), 83, passed away on October 17, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Betty was a longtime resident of Dartmouth, MA, where she raised her family and lived a life full of joy, laughter, and countless memories. She loved music and dancing and was known to “twist and shout” at a moment’s notice. Betty also loved...

Maureen "Penny" Ann Pena

Maureen "Penny" Ann Pena

Oct 11, 2025

Maureen Ann “Penny” Pena

June 21, 1953 – October 11, 2025

Maureen Ann “Penny” Pena, 72, of New Bedford, Massachussetts, passed away unexpectedly on October 11, 2025.

Born in New Bedford, Massachussetts, Penny graduated from Lawrence High School. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a friend whose kindness, loyalty, and generous spirit touched everyone who knew her.

Penny was a dedicated employee...

Joseph E. Harrison, Jr.

Joseph E. Harrison, Jr.

Oct 11, 2025

Joseph E. Harrison, Jr., age 82, passed away on October 11, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was the cherished husband of the late Patricia Ann (Miranda) Harrison, whose memory will always remain an integral part of his legacy.

Born on December 9, 1942, in New Bedford, MA, Joseph was the son of the late Joseph...

Maribel T. Peña

Maribel T. Peña

Oct 6, 2025

Maribel T. Peña, age 31, of New Bedford, MA, passed away at Brigham and Women's Hospital on October 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 16, 1994, in New Bedford, Maribel was the cherished daughter of Tina Marie (Barboza) Peña and Raul Luis Peña.

Maribel dedicated herself wholeheartedly to her role as a retail worker at Saver’s, where her...

Lori Ann Bird

Lori Ann Bird

Oct 5, 2025

Lori Ann Bird, age 61, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Her presence brought joy and warmth to the lives of those fortunate to know her.

Born on November 20, 1963, in New Bedford, Lori was the cherished daughter of Vivian (Pimental) Bird and the late Christopher J....

Dorvalino Amaral Cabral

Dorvalino Amaral Cabral

Oct 3, 2025

Dorvalino Amaral Cabral, age 73, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Friday October 3,2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital with his loving family by his side.

Born on May 28, 1952, in Azores, Portugal, Dorvalino was the son of the late Clemente Cabral and Julia (Amaral) Cabral. He dedicated many years of his life as the Proprietor of Bay State Foods,...

Rafael Santos

Rafael Santos

Oct 2, 2025

Rafael Santos, age 38, of New Bedford, MA, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, October 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was the cherished husband of Jessica Gonzalez-Santos, with whom he shared many beautiful moments and a deep bond.

Born on July 19, 1987, in Metapan, El Salvador, Rafael was the son of Rigoberto Santos and the...

Maria Das Dores (Do Carmo) Gago

Maria Das Dores (Do Carmo) Gago

Oct 1, 2025

Maria Das Dores Do Carmo (De Jesus) Gago, age 87, of New Bedford, MA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Sacred Heart Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Domingos C. Gago.

Born on September 12, 1938, in Setubal, Portugal, Maria was the cherished daughter of the late Francisco Jose...