Jason "JD" Mercer
Sep 7, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jason "JD" Mercer, a beacon of love and laughter, whose resilient spirit and courageous heart touched everyone who knew him. Born on September 2, 1998, in Fall River, MA, Jason lived his life with an infectious joy that was truly inspiring. His departure on September 7, 2026, leaves an irreplaceable void in...
Steven Ralph Mello
Sep 5, 2026
Steven R. Mello, 60, of Swansea, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2026, at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, surrounded by his loving family.
Steve was the beloved husband of Cyndie (Camara) Mello and the devoted and adoring father of their daughter, Samantha “Sam” Mello.
Born in Fall River, Steve was the son of the late Ralph and Isabel Mello. He...
James Jeffrey Carr
Aug 27, 2026
James Jeffrey Carr passed away on August 27, 2026, at the age of 26. Born on June 28, 2000, in Newton, Massachusetts, James was the beloved son of Laura Fahey and James Carr.
James grew up in Brockton, Massachusetts, with his father and graduated from Brockton High School in 2018, where he was a member of the cross-country team. Following graduation,...
Robert Vonsee
Jun 12, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Robert Vonsee, a loving friend to many. Born on June 7, 1940, Robert lived a life filled with rich experiences and deep connections, making him a cherished member of his community.
Robert was a man of many accomplishments, but his most significant triumphs were in the realms of service. A dedicated military man,...
Ambrose Michael Claus
Sep 8, 2026
Ambrose “Michael” Claus, 76, formerly of Needham and Medway and most recently of Fall River, passed away peacefully at home on September 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family after a brief, but courageous battle with cancer.
Michael was a proud graduate of Needham High School (Class of 1968) and Boston College (Class of 1973). In his early adulthood,...
Darleen A Corey
Aug 31, 2026
Darleen A Corey of Somerset passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026 after a long illness. She was born on April 18, 1949 to William and Constance Norway in Lancaster, NH. Over the years she resided in Plympton MA and Minnesota.
She was known for her love of horses and reading and especially her love for angels. She had a great...
Joao Barbosa
Aug 30, 2026
We remember the life of João Barbosa, a beloved father, husband, grandfather, and a master of his craft. Born on October 15, 1943, in Ponta Delgada, Açores, Portugal, João carried the spirit of his homeland with him, illuminating every canvas he touched and every life he encountered. He passed away on August 30, 2026, leaving behind a vibrant legacy that...
Jose Jacob
Aug 29, 2026
Jose Jacob, a compassionate soul, born on March 11, 1952, in the beautiful islands of Azores, Portugal, passed away on August 29, 2026. Known for his humility and dedication, Jose lived an extraordinary life characterized by love, devotion, and an unwavering commitment to his family and work. His journey from Azores to Fall River Massachusetts then to Sarasota Florida, and...
Brian Shaw
Aug 27, 2026
Brian Andrew Shaw passed away after his fight with cancer on Thursday August 27, 2026.
Born November 18, 1966 to Roberta and Norman Shaw, Brian leaves behind his wife of 36 years,
Michelle Shaw, three sons, Michael, Damian and Eric and four grandchildren, Ivy, Roman, Michael and Trent. Brian was the brother of Michael, Darren, Thomas, Caroline, Nancy, Jessica and Nathaniel. He...
Karen Ann Clark
Aug 25, 2026
Karen Ann Clark, departed this world on August 25, 2026, leaving behind a life that was nothing short of remarkable. Born on February 27, 1945, in Stoneham, MA, Karen was a beacon of strength, resilience, and grace.
Karen was a woman of elegance, with an enigmatic charm that captivated everyone she met. Her resilience and grace, even in the face of...
Antone Mello
Aug 24, 2026
From the perspective of a best friend and grandson, I have the honor of writing a farewell to Antone Mello, “Tony”, who was born on June 27, 1956, in Fall River, MA, USA. It is with a heavy heart that we announce Tony's passing on August 24, 2026. The world lost a brilliant, funny, compassionate, and loving soul. Tony was...
James Joseph Faris Jr
Aug 24, 2026
James J. Faris Jr. 79, passed away on August 24, 2026 surrounded by family. Jim was born in 1946, on Rodman St. in Fall River, Massachusetts. He was a Vietnam veteran, serving two tours in the Army Signal Corps as a SP4. Jim was proud of his service and his country and supported many veterans causes.
He loved to talk to...
Ciriaco Samuel Garcia
Aug 22, 2026
Ciriaco Samuel Garcia, 89 of Providence died Saturday, August 22nd, 2026 at Hope Hospice Center with his daughter and son-in-law at his bedside. Born in San Antonio Suchitepequez, Guatemala he was the son of the late Fernando Garcia and Eulalia Coton Toc.
He first worked as a Cartoonist for a Guatemalan newspaper called "El Trafico" later he moved to New York...
Mark Anthony Esposito
Aug 22, 2026
Mark “Espo” Esposito of Fall River, born on November 4th, 1968 in New Haven, CT, passed away at Charlton Memorial Hospital on August 22, 2026 after a brief illness.
Mark was an entrepreneur and ran many businesses in the greater Fall River area. Mark was an avid sports lover.
He is survived by his loving wife, Deborah Ann Esposito, sons, Zachary Sharples,...
Dianne St. Pierre
Aug 21, 2026
we announce the passing of Diane Suzanne St. Pierre (nee Blanchette), who took her last earthly breath on August 21, 2026.
Diane was born in the city of Fall River, MA, on June 15, 1950, to Normand and Therese Blanchette, both of whom preceded her in death.
Services are humbly entrusted into the care of Southcoast Funeral Homes at Ferreira Chapel "Celebrating...
Cheryl Ann Lamothe
Aug 19, 2026
Cheryl Ann Lamothe, a beacon of creativity and an emblem of love, passed away on August 19, 2026. Born on November 16, 1965, in Fall River, MA, Cheryl, a talented and ambitious woman, lived her life with an unwavering dedication to her family, her crafts, and her pursuit of knowledge. As the great Maya Angelou once said, "You can only...
George O'Keeffe
Aug 18, 2026
George O'Keeffe died in Milton, MA on August 18, 2026, with his supportive family nearby, of longstanding causes related to the aging process.
He was born in Milton, MA; graduated from Archbishop Williams High School, Boston College and the Carroll School of Management.
George worked as a distribution manager in various U.S. locations for the Stop & Shop Co., Shell Oil Co,...
Luis Faria
Aug 17, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Luis Alberto Faria, born on the 1st of January, 1965 in Praia da Vitória, Portugal. Luis, a cherished son, beloved brother, and friend to many, lived his life radiating warmth and kindness, bringing joy and laughter to those fortunate to know him. As the writer, Maya...
Leilani Beaudry
Aug 17, 2026
On the evening of August 17th 2026, Leilani “Lani” Eileen Martin Beaudry, 69, of Portsmouth RI, Born the middle child to Mary “Mollie” Elizabeth Martin (Died April 2023) and James M. Martin Sr. (Died November 2000) in South Carolina on July 13th 1957, passed on peacefully at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River MA, with her child Shane-Newt Beaudry sitting...
Michael "Mikey" Paiva
Aug 14, 2026
Its with profound sadness we announce that Michael "Mikey" Paiva, age 37, passed away on August 14th, 2026, 5 days before his 38th birthday, who left us suddenly after a brief battle with cancer and pneumonia.
His passing has left his family and community in profound shock as his illness progressed within a week of diagnosis. Though Mikey’s body could no...