Obituaries

Adelina M. (Mendonca) Couto

Adelina M. (Mendonca) Couto

Nov 23, 2025

Adelina (Mendonca) Couto, age 95, of Dartmouth, MA, passed away peacefully at home on November 23, 2025, with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Silvino Couto.

Born on October 11, 1930, in Sao Miguel, Azores. Adelina was the cherished daughter of the late Mariano Mendonca and Maria dos Anjos (Pacheco) Mendonca. She dedicated a...

Judith Theresa (Amorim) Almeida

Judith Theresa (Amorim) Almeida

Nov 22, 2025

Judith Theresa (Amorim) Almeida, age 82, of New Bedford, MA, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished wife of the late Raymond Almeida, with whom she shared a life full of love and devotion.

Born on October 8, 1943, in New Bedford, Judith was the beloved daughter of...

Gregory L. Perry

Gregory L. Perry

Nov 21, 2025

Gregory L. Perry, age 64, of Powhatan, Virginia, passed away at St. Luke’s Hospital on Friday, November 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Maria G. (Arruda) Perry, who provided unwavering support and companionship throughout their years together.

Born on July 29, 1961, in Kingsland, England, Gregory was the cherished son of William Thomas Perry...

Maria Ambrosina (Amaral) Augusto

Maria Ambrosina (Amaral) Augusto

Nov 19, 2025

Maria Ambrosina (Amaral) Augusto, age 74, of New Bedford, MA, passed away peacefully at home after a long courageous battle with cancer on November 19, 2025, with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Antonio Victor Augusto, sharing a life together, since their marriage on September 19, 1973.

Born on June 26, 1951, in Sao Miguel, Azores,...

Maria (Silva) Claudina

Maria (Silva) Claudina

Nov 17, 2025

Maria (Silva) Claudina, age 77, of New Bedford, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished wife of Antonio C. Claudina.

Born on May 19, 1948, in Sao Miguel, Azores, Maria was the beloved daughter of the late Joao DaCosta and Maria Ludovina (Silva) DaCosta. Throughout her life, she...

Frank J. Gregorie, Jr.

Frank J. Gregorie, Jr.

Nov 14, 2025

Frank J. Gregorie, Jr., age 95, of New Bedford, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 2, 1929, in New Bedford, MA, he was the beloved son of the late Frank J. Gregorie Sr. and Margaret V. (Rezendes) Gregoire.

Frank spent his life immersed in his community, dedicating many...

Roger R. St. Pierre

Roger R. St. Pierre

Nov 14, 2025

Roger R. St. Pierre, age 62, of New Bedford, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, at his home with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Hazel (St. Don) St. Pierre.

Born on August 12, 1963, in New Bedford, MA, Roger was the beloved son of the late Roland R. St. Pierre and Heather (Traill...

Victor M. Soto, Sr.

Victor M. Soto, Sr.

Nov 13, 2025

Victor M. Soto Sr., age 78, of W. Wareham, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Inez (Pacheco) Soto.

Born on November 15, 1946, in Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico, Victor was the cherished son of the late Ramon Soto Cruz and Maria Monserrat Rodriguez....

Elenora (Alves) Almeida

Elenora (Alves) Almeida

Nov 10, 2025

Elenora (Alves) Almeida, age 92, of Dartmouth, MA, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of the late Manuel Almeida, with whom she shared many cherished moments throughout their lives together.

Born on November 29, 1932, in New Bedford, MA, Elenora was the beloved daughter of the...

Maria de Jesus (Sousa) Couto

Maria de Jesus (Sousa) Couto

Nov 6, 2025

Maria de Jesus (Sousa) Couto, age 82, of North Dartmouth, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at Nemasket Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, surrounded by her loving family. Maria was the beloved wife of Jose Manuel Couto, with whom she shared a life filled with love, devotion, and cherished memories. She received compassionate care from the staff at Nemasket,...

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...

Sandra Ann (Souza) Costa

Sandra Ann (Souza) Costa

Nov 2, 2025

Sandra Ann (Souza) Costa, age 77, of Dartmouth, Massachusetts, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished wife of Frank Costa, with whom she shared many years of life and happiness.

Born on November 5, 1947, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Sandra was the beloved daughter...

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...

Natalie Andoscia (Rego)

Natalie Andoscia (Rego)

Nov 1, 2025

Natalie Andoscia (Rego), age 86, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025. She was loved dearly and will be missed.

Born on August 26, 1939, in Capelas, Sao Miguel, Azores. Natalie was the beloved daughter of the late Manuel DoRego and Francesca Pacheco (Rego).

She was a very caring mother and grandmother, who loved her family very much.

She...

David Correia

David Correia

Oct 31, 2025

David Alan Correia, age 69, of Fall River, MA, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, October 31, 2025.

David was born in New Bedford, MA, on April 5,1956. David was predeceased by his father and mother, William Correia and Jacqueline (Joaquin) Correia. He was a graduate of SMU majoring in art, then transitioning into computer programming. His talent in art...

Donald J. Amaro

Donald J. Amaro

Oct 30, 2025

Donald J. Amaro, age 81, of New Bedford, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Brandon Woods Dartmouth.

Born on January 26, 1944, in New Bedford, MA, Donald was the beloved son of the late Jose R. Amaro and Candida (Paiva) Amaro. He is survived by his extended family.

Donald’s services were privately held.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Perry Funeral...

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...

Franklin Ceme

Franklin Ceme

Oct 29, 2025

Franklin Ceme, age 70, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Fall River Health Care.

Born on April 16, 1955 in Haiti, to the late Augustin Ceme and Ismaelie Jusme. Franklin was a hardworking and dedicated man who took great pride in his work in security. He had a lifelong love for sports, especially soccer, and...