Obituaries

Natalie J. Simmons

Natalie J. Simmons

Feb 15, 2025

New Bedford – Natalie J. (Fonseca) Simmons, age 92, of Dartmouth, MA passed away after a period of declining health on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Gilbert Simmons.

She was born in New Bedford, MA and was the daughter of the late Antone...

Sherry Penler

Sherry Penler

Feb 12, 2025

Dartmouth – Sherry Marie Penler, age 55, of Dartmouth, MA passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Robert John Penler.

She was born in Gastonia, North Carolina and was the daughter of Warren and Anne Doty. Sherry loved riding motorcycles, traveling and camping but above...

Paul J. Madeira

Paul J. Madeira

Feb 11, 2025

New Bedford – Paul J. Madeira, age 47, of New Bedford, MA passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital with his loving family by his side. 

He was born in the Azores, Portugal and was the beloved son of Silvino Madeira and Maria (Bizarro) Madeira. He had worked in construction over the years.

Paul is survived by his...

Gary Charles McCabe

Gary Charles McCabe

Feb 11, 2025

Gary Charles McCabe

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Charles McCabe on February 11, 2025. He was 65. Gary lived a life marked by love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to his family and friends at Seven Hills Foundation. The family extends a special thank you to Genoveva Gray and her team for their exceptional care...

Maria J. Medeiros

Maria J. Medeiros

Feb 8, 2025

New Bedford – Maria J. (Almeida) Medeiros, age 86, of Dartmouth, MA passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Brandon Woods of Dartmouth with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Serafim Medeiros.

She was born in Sao Miguel, Azores and was the daughter of the late Daniel Almeida and Emilia (DaSilva) Almeida. Over the...

Quintin Feliciano Cornier

Quintin Feliciano Cornier

Feb 6, 2025

New Bedford – Quintin Feliciano Cornier, age 61, of Dartmouth, MA passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Claridel Feliciano.

He was born in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico and was the son of Benjamin Feliciano and Romana Cornier. He had worked in construction for many...

Cheryl Araujo

Cheryl Araujo

Feb 5, 2025

Fairhaven – Cheryl Araujo, age 75, of Dartmouth, MA passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 at Royal of Fairhaven with her loving family by her side. 

She was born in New Bedford, MA and was the beloved daughter of the late Charles Ripley and Helen (Marshall) Ripley. She had worked as a secretary for Medeiros & Sons Construction. Cheryl loved...

David Marshall

David Marshall

Feb 3, 2025

David Marshall, a beloved friend and brother in Christ, passed unexpectedly leaving behind a legacy of transformation and faith. Initially, like many, David faced challenges, uncertainties, and struggles. However, it was through his relationship with Jesus that he found a sense of purpose, forgiveness and direction. With the awareness of his need for God’s mercy, David experienced a profound transformation...

Gary Wayne Taber

Gary Wayne Taber

Feb 2, 2025

 

New Bedford – Gary Wayne Taber, age 72, of Florida, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital. He was born in New Bedford, MA and was the son of the late Donald Taber and Veronica (Lima) Taber.

Gary is survived by his son, Trever Taber; his brother, Glenn E. Taber; and his step-children, Brett Sarmento, Misty Sarmento...

Celia Santana Rosado

Celia Santana Rosado

Feb 2, 2025

New Bedford – Celia Santana Rosado, age 85, of New Bedford, MA passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Pedro Molina.

She was born in Vega Alta, Puerto Rico and was the beloved daughter of the late Ismael Santana and Juana Rosado....

Laura P. Vieira

Laura P. Vieira

Feb 2, 2025

Dartmouth - Laura P. Vieira, age 97, of Dartmouth, MA passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Vieira. She was born in Dartmouth and was the oldest of 3 daughters to the late Mary (Mello) Pacheco. 

She worked at the Otis Air Force Base in the personnel department for over 32...

Kevin W. Joseph

Kevin W. Joseph

Feb 1, 2025

Fall River – Kevin W. Joseph, age 58, of New Bedford, MA passed away  unexpectedly on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Charlton Memorial Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was the husband of the late Patricia (Medeiros) Joseph and the 20-year companion of Milargo Jorge.

He was born in New Bedford, MA and was the beloved son of...

Eduardo C. Teves

Eduardo C. Teves

Jan 31, 2025

New Bedford – Eduardo Teves, age 78, of New Bedford, MA passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 at home with his family by his side. He was the loved husband of Zelia (Ribeiro) Teves of New Bedford. Eduardo & his beautiful wife just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary just a few weeks ago.

Born in Agua de Pau, Acores &...

Christopher Townsend

Christopher Townsend

Jan 30, 2025

Maine – Christopher G. Townsend III, age 77, of Florida passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at Maine Medical Center. He was the beloved husband of the late Christine (Davis) Townsend.

Christopher was born in New Bedford, MA and was the son of the late Christopher G. Townsend II and Rita (Fitzgerald) Townsend. Christopher had served in the United States...

William W. Souza

William W. Souza

Jan 30, 2025

New Bedford – William W. Souza, age 67, of New Bedford, MA passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital with his loving family by his side. 

He was born in New Bedford, MA and was the beloved son of the late Antone J. Souza and Peachie M. (Landry) Souza. He had worked as a forklift driver for...

Mara Estela Garzon

Mara Estela Garzon

Jan 22, 2025

New Bedford – Mara Estela Garzon, age 41, of New Bedford, MA passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at home with her loving family by her side. She was born in New Bedford, MA and was the beloved daughter of Carlos E. Garzon and Maria (Braga) Garzon. 

Mara is survived by her son, Dasean Garzon; her mother, Maria Garzo; her...

Beverly A. Cabral

Beverly A. Cabral

Jan 18, 2025

New Bedford – Beverly A. Cabral, age 85, of New Bedford, MA passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Richard Cabral, with whom she shared 60 years of marriage.

She was born in New Bedford, MA and was the beloved daughter of the late...

Irene D. Cardinal

Irene D. Cardinal

Jan 17, 2025

New Bedford – Irene D. (Hebert) Cardinal, age 75, of New Bedford, MA passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Leo Roger Cardinal.

She was born in New Bedford and was the beloved daughter of the late Noel Charles Hebert and Medora...

Thomas John Branquinho

Thomas John Branquinho

Jan 14, 2025

New Bedford – Thomas John Branquinho, passed at his home, on Monday, January 13, 2025 at the age of 55. Thomas, well-known as “Tommy” or “Big Tom”, was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to all. 

Born and raised in New Bedford, he was the son of the late Maria G. Branquinho and Prim Branquinho, both of St. Michael,...

Ellery E. Healy

Ellery E. Healy

Jan 12, 2025

New Bedford – Ellery E. Healy, age 87, of Westport, MA passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Nancy A. (Costa) Healy, with whom he shared 64 years of marriage.

Born in Dartmouth, MA he was the beloved son of the late Frank F....