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Theresa Brune

Theresa Brune

Aug 21, 2024

Beloved mother, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother Theresa (Macedo) Brune, 90, of Mattapoisett, formerly of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024. 

Theresa was a constant source of joy, wisdom, and strength to those she met. Her faith was a core part of who she was, and she never hesitated to share it with others. She is fondly remembered for...

Alvin F. Magnett

Alvin F. Magnett

Aug 18, 2024

New Bedford – Alvin Francis Magnett, age 82, of East Freetown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Shirley A. (Ramos) Magnett.

Alvin was born in New Bedford, MA to the late Andrew Magnett and Ann (Lopes) Magnett. He had worked as a crane operator...

Jose G. Moniz

Jose G. Moniz

Aug 18, 2024

New Bedford – Jose G. Moniz, age 45, of New Bedford, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital with his loving family by his side. 

Jose was born in Agua de Pau, Sao Miguel, Azores and was the son of Virginio Moniz and Conceicao (Paulos) Moniz. He had worked as a roofer for Silva Roofing for 20...

Irene Ramos

Irene Ramos

Aug 16, 2024

New Bedford – Irene M. Ramos, age 60, of New Bedford, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital with her loving family by her side.

Born in New Bedford, MA she was the beloved daughter of the late Frank Ramos and Cynthia (Pires) Ramos. She had worked in the office for AAA for many years.

Irene is survived...

Francisco "Frank" J. Vieira Jr.

Francisco "Frank" J. Vieira Jr.

Aug 15, 2024

Francisco J. “Frank” Vieira, Jr., of South San Francisco, CA passed peacefully on August 15, 2024. Born in Stonington, CT on August 31, 1954, he was the eldest child of Francisco J. Vieira and Mary Celeste (Rebello) Vieira. He was raised in New Bedford and graduated from Bishop Stang High School in 1972. Frank graduated from Stonehill College and attended...

Bruno Seco Batista

Bruno Seco Batista

Aug 14, 2024

New Bedford, MA – Bruno Seco “Pitato” Batista, age 47, of New Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at home. Bruno was born in Figueira da Foz, Portugal to Rosa (Seco) Batista of New Bedford and the late Mario Batista. 

He is survived by his mom, Rosa Seco Batista and his aunt, Julia Seco and several cousins located in...

Kenneth David Sasseville

Kenneth David Sasseville

Aug 11, 2024

New Bedford – Kenneth David Sasseville, age 74, of New Bedford, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 11, 2024.

Kenneth was born in Acushnet, MA to the late Joseph A. Sasseville and the late Rose May (Laranjo) Smith. He had served in the U.S. Coast Guard and later went on to work as Lieutenant for the City of New Bedford Fire...

Jason M. Gilmore

Jason M. Gilmore

Aug 8, 2024

Worcester, MA – Jason M. Gilmore, age 51, of New Bedford, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at UMass Medical Center.

Jason was born in New Bedford, Ma to the late Michael Barry Gilmore and the late Maureen (O’Brien) Gilmore. He was a big fan of all New England Sports, liked to listen to heavy metal music and watching Wrestling.

He...

Michael J. Viveiros

Michael J. Viveiros

Aug 7, 2024

New Bedford – Michael J. Viveiros, age 69, of Fairhaven, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Michael was born in New Bedford, MA to the late John Viveiros and Priscilla (Soares) Viveiros. He attended Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Voc Tech and Cape Cod College. He went on to work...

Mildred Mae Garcia

Mildred Mae Garcia

Aug 7, 2024

Dartmouth – Mildred Mae (Wiggin) Garcia, age 78, of South Dartmouth, passed away peacefully, after a period of declining health, on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving husband, children and grandchildren. She was the beloved wife of Manuel B. Garcia.

Mildred was born in New Bedford, MA and was the daughter of the late Andrew Clifford...

Aaron M. Britto

Aaron M. Britto

Aug 4, 2024

New Bedford – Aaron M. Britto, age 44, of New Bedford, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Kerri (Lewis) Britto.

Aaron was born in New Bedford, MA to Alan Britto of New Bedford and the late Hazel A. (Depina) Britto. He worked at Blue Bird Livery Transportation as a Livery Driver.

He is survived by...

Jose M. Martins

Jose M. Martins

Aug 4, 2024

Dartmouth – Jose M. Martins, age 78, of New Bedford, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024 at Brandon Woods Dartmouth with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Maria DeLurdes (Miguel) Martins.

Jose was born in Agua de Pau, Sao Miguel, Azores to the late Virginio de Espirito Santo Martins and Maria do Carmo (Soares)...

Gemma Galit Tobalyas

Gemma Galit Tobalyas

Aug 3, 2024

New Bedford – New Bedford – Gemma Galit Tobalyas, age 73, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital.

Born in Lao-ang Samar, Philippines, she was the beloved daughter of the late Juan Tobalyas and Loyola (Morales) Galit. 

She had worked as a Nurse’s Aide for Our Lady’s Haven then blossomed her creative oriental import...

Anthony J. Ferreira

Anthony J. Ferreira

Aug 3, 2024

New Bedford, MA – Anthony J. Ferreira, age 63, of New Bedford, passed away on Saturday August 3, 2024. He was born in New Bedford, MA to the late Cesaltina (Lima) and Saul Ferreira.

He worked for the City of New Bedford, was an avid Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics, Philadelphia Flyers and Raiders fan. 

Anthony is survived by his sister, Lisa...

Stephen A. Sylvia

Stephen A. Sylvia

Aug 3, 2024

Plymouth, MA – Stephen A. Sylvia, age 81, of Dartmouth, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at Plymouth Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. 

He was born in New Bedford, MA to the late Wilhelmina and Anthony Correia Sylvia. He had been a United States Merchant Seaman.

Stephen is survived by his daughter, Hylia Jade; his siblings, Wilma Cinotti, Claire and Paul...

May I. Menard

May I. Menard

Jul 30, 2024

New Bedford, MA – May I. (Marlowe) Menard, age 77, of New Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at Hathaway Manor. She was the beloved wife of the late Gerard Menard and former wife of the late Bob Simmons. 

May was born in was born in New Bedford, MA to the late Frances Marlowe and Angelina (Dutra) Marlowe. She...

Delfina Alice Dias

Delfina Alice Dias

Jul 27, 2024

New Bedford – Delfina Alice “Velinha” (Avila) Dias, age 98, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Sacred Heart Nursing Home with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Mario Dias and former beloved wife of the late Ildo Da Costa. 

Delfina was born in Horta, Faial, Azores and...

John Fernandes Santos

John Fernandes Santos

Jul 26, 2024

New Bedford, MA – John F. Santos, age 91, of New Bedford, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Beverly (Arruda) Santos, they would have celebrated 70 years of marriage in October. 

John was born in was born in Monsanto, Portugal to the late...

Efren Gonzalez

Efren Gonzalez

Jul 25, 2024

Framingham, Ma – Efren Gonzalez Pizarro, age 42, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at Framingham Union Hospital.

He was born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico to the late Pasquala Pizarro and Efrain Gonzalez.

Efren is survived by his children, Jaleishka Gonzalez, Jamileishka Baez, Jefran Gonzalez; his grandchild, Alaiyjah Marie Dudley and his siblings, Sandy Pizarr, José Pizarro and Carlos Alicia.

Efren's...

Ronald A. Roderick

Ronald A. Roderick

Jul 25, 2024

Ronald A. (Ronnie) Roderick, of Marion unexpectedly transitioned from us to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 25th at Rhode Island hospital. Born April 13, 1958, he was 66 years old. He was the son of the late Alfred and Priscilla (Santos) Roderick. 

Ronnie is survived by his children, Tanya Rose of Cape Coral, Florida, Ronald Roderick, Jr. of Woonsocket,...

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