Obituaries

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...

Eliezer Lopez

Eliezer Lopez

Sep 30, 2025

Eliezer Lopez, age 70, of Fairhaven, MA, passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on October 5, 1954, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, he was the beloved son of Carmen Luisa (Soto Lopez) Martinez and step-father, Miguel Martinez and the late Camelo Cruz. At the tender age of one, Eliezer moved to...

Keisha M. Rose

Keisha M. Rose

Sep 29, 2025

Keisha M. Rose, passed away on September 29, 2025, at the age of 45. Born and raised in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Keisha made her home there surrounded by her beloved family and friends.

Keisha was known for her radiant presence — always looking and smelling good, with a smile and laugh that could light up any room. She loved spending time...

Manuel A. Branco

Manuel A. Branco

Sep 26, 2025

Manuel A. Branco, age 87, of Dartmouth, MA, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, with his loving wife and family by his side. He was the cherished husband of Francelina J. (Melo) Branco.

Born on January 25, 1938, in Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel, Azores, Manuel was the beloved son of the late Antonio “Chibante” Branco and...

Maria Nieves

Maria Nieves

Sep 26, 2025

Maria (Rivera) Nieves, age 67, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025, at the North End Rehabilitation & Health Center in Boston, with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Juan Diaz.

Born on November 14, 1957, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, Maria was the cherished daughter of Emilio Rivera and...

Lucy Medeiros

Lucy Medeiros

Sep 22, 2025

Lucy (Porto) Medeiros, age 81, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025, at Country Gardens Health and Rehabilitation. She was the beloved wife of the late Manuel F. Medeiros.

Born on April 30, 1944, in Sao Miguel, Azores, Lucy was the cherished daughter of the late Arsenio Porto and Mary (Sousa) Porto. Throughout her life, Lucy dedicated...

John Rodrick "Chubby" Gomes, Jr.

John Rodrick "Chubby" Gomes, Jr.

Sep 18, 2025

John Rodrick “Chubby” Gomes Jr., 83, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on September 18, 2025. Born and raised in New Bedford, he was the beloved son of the late John Gomes and the late Elsie (Martin) Gomes and remained a lifelong resident of the city he cherished.

Chubby dedicated his life to hard...

Carol Mack

Carol Mack

Sep 17, 2025

Carol Mack, 55, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on December 21, 1969, Carol was the beloved daughter of Sandra Furtado and the late John Candido.

Carol's life was rich with love, laughter, and fond memories. She is survived by her devoted husband, Robert Mack, who stood by her side...

Jaime P. Cabral

Jaime P. Cabral

Sep 13, 2025

Jaime P. Cabral, age 74, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Maria G. (Bernardo) Cabral, who not only his partner but also his greatest support throughout their life together.

Born on January 29, 1951, in Santa Cruz, Lagoa, Sao...

Adeline Alfonse

Adeline Alfonse

Sep 11, 2025

Adeline (Freitas) Alfonse, age 93, of Dartmouth, MA, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 11, 2025. At her side providing comfort and support were Michael and Lauren with Al and Tommy looking on in spirit.

Born on May 12, 1932, in Falmouth, MA, she was the daughter of the late Frank Freitas and Eugenia (Cabral) Freitas. Adeline lived a...

John George Zarella

John George Zarella

Sep 9, 2025

John George Zarella, age 37, of Kingston, MA, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 1, 1988, in Stoughton, MA, John was the beloved son of the late John P. Zarella and Barbara (Colburne) Smith.

He is survived by his cherished sisters, Barbara Zarella and Helen Zarella,...

Michael Paul Green

Michael Paul Green

Sep 9, 2025

Michael Paul Green, age 55, of Manchester, TN, passed away at St. Luke’s Hospital with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Melissa S. (Amaral) Green, whose loving support was a constant source of comfort throughout his life.

Born in New Bedford, MA, on December 27, 1969, Michael was the cherished...

Viola D. Cruz

Viola D. Cruz

Sep 7, 2025

Viola D. (Lima) Cruz, aged 93, of New Bedford, MA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished wife of the late Joseph F. Cruz, and her enduring love for him remained a central part of her life.

Born on June 14, 1932, in New Bedford, MA, Viola was...

Maria Alice da Gloria Saude

Maria Alice da Gloria Saude

Sep 7, 2025

Maria Alice da Gloria (Bettencourt) Saude, aged 79, New Bedford, MA, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished wife of the late Antonio Freitas Saude.

Born on December 3, 1945, in Pico, Azores, Maria was the daughter of the late Antonio Silveira Bettencourt and Adelaide da Gloria Bettencourt....

Angel M. Alvarez

Angel M. Alvarez

Aug 31, 2025

Angel Alvarez, age 66, of New Bedford, MA, passed away at his home with his loving family by his side on Sunday, August 31, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Betty Rivera, whom together they shared 30 years of marriage.

Born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Pedro Luis Alvarez and Emma (Romero) Cedeño....