Obituaries

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 beloved husband of the late Norma (Arruda) Sylvia, with whom he shared a deep and enduring bond.

Born on August 20, 1945, in Providence, R.I., Robert was the cherished son of the late...

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...

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...

Antone Theodore

Antone Theodore

Jun 1, 2025

Dartmouth – It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Antone Theodore, age 82, of Dartmouth, MA, who left this world on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family. Antone was the beloved husband of Norbina (Rego) Theodore.

Born in Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel, Acores, Antone was the son of...

William L. Costa

William L. Costa

Jun 1, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my beloved husband, William L. "Bill" Costa. Myself and my children, Christopher Costa, Jane Sylvia and Daniel Costa understand that Bill touched many lives. His life and personality lives on through us.

Bill always reminded us of the importance of paying it forward and that we are all working...

Susan (Boston) Oliveira

Susan (Boston) Oliveira

May 31, 2025

Dartmouth - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Susan (Boston) Oliveira, age 73, of Dartmouth, MA, who left this world on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at her home surrounded by the love of her family. Susan was the beloved wife of Thomas Oliveira.

Born in New Bedford, MA, Susan was the cherished daughter of the late...

Cezar J. Bettencourt

Cezar J. Bettencourt

May 30, 2025

Cezar J. Bettencourt, 84 of New Bedford, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving Family.

Cezar was born on October 13, 1940. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Carole Bettencourt; his son Douglas Bettencourt and his wife, Judy; His daughter Lisa Bettencourt and her partner, Wayne. He is also survived by his 4 grandchildren:...

Irene Ann Gomes

Irene Ann Gomes

May 28, 2025

Dartmouth – Irene Ann Gomes, age 89, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Brandon Woods of Dartmouth.

Born in New Bedford, MA she was the beloved daughter of the late Caesar Gomes and Mary (Duarte) Gomes. After graduating high school, Irene pursued her Bachelor’s Degree and went on to become a teacher in the New...

Christopher G. Botelho

Christopher G. Botelho

May 27, 2025

Providence, RI - Christopher George Botelho, age 49, of New Bedford, MA passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Hope Health Hospice in Providence, RI. With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Christopher George Botelho, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend. Chris passed away surrounded by loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of joy, warmth, and unwavering...

Maria de Lurdes (Barbosa) Batista

Maria de Lurdes (Barbosa) Batista

May 26, 2025

Fairhaven – It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Maria de Lurdes (Barbosa) Batista, age 93, of Acushnet, MA, who left this world on Monday, May 26, 2025, at Our Lady’s Haven, surrounded by the love of her family. Maria was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Joao Batista.

Born on September 13, 1931, in Vila...

Dorothy P. (Avellar) Rapoza

Dorothy P. (Avellar) Rapoza

May 20, 2025

Fall River – Dorothy P. (Avellar) Rapoza, age 93, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Carvalho Oak Grove Health & Rehab Center. She was the beloved wife of the late William F. Rapoza.

Born in New Bedford, MA she was the daughter of the late Gerald Avellar and Eva (St. Denis) Avellar. She had been...

Manuel Alcaidinho

Manuel Alcaidinho

May 18, 2025

New Bedford – Manuel Alcaidinho, age 65, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital.

Born in the Azores, he was the son of the late Carlos Alcaidinho and Maria (Albertina) Alcaidinho. He had worked as a landscaper for many years and he also loved to play the drums.

Manuel is survived by his son,...

Margaret "Peggy" A. (Paiva) Ribeiro

Margaret "Peggy" A. (Paiva) Ribeiro

May 16, 2025

Fairhaven – Margaret A. “Peggy” (Paiva) Ribeiro, age 83, of Dartmouth, MA, passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025, at Alden Court Nursing Home. She was the cherished wife of the late Jose B. Ribeiro.

Born on August 31, 1941, in New Bedford, MA, Peggy was the daughter of the late Manuel and Irene Paiva. Throughout her life, she dedicated many...

Frank W. Machado

Frank W. Machado

May 10, 2025

My beloved Frank passed away Saturday May 10, 2025 after a battle with a short term miserable disease that robbed him of his life.

Frank has gone to meet his beloved parents and in-laws. His father Frank Machado, his beloved mother Mary Machado (Sylvia). His in-laws Manuel Amaral and Lidia Amaral (Medeiros).

He leaves behind many relatives and friends. His beloved sisters,...

Luis M. Pires

Luis M. Pires

May 2, 2025

New Bedford - Luis M. Pires, age 81, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025, at St. Luke's Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was the cherished husband of Maria C. (Tavares) Pires.

Born on August 12, 1943, in Santa Cruz, Lagoa, Sao Miguel, Acores, Luis was the son of the late Jose M. Pires and...