Recent Obituaries
Honoring Lives Served by Oliveira Funeral Homes in the Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport & South Coast Area
Kerri L. St. Germain
Jun 4, 2025
Kerri L. (Gonsalves) St. Germain, 61, of Somerset, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at St. Anne’s Hospital, surrounded by her family.
She was the longtime partner of Luis Carreiro, for 27 years.
Born in Somerset, she was a daughter of Norma (DiCesaro) Gonsalves and the late Joseph Gonsalves.
Kerri dedicated most of her career as a...
Edna Marie Tavares
May 29, 2025
Edna M. (Parsons) Tavares, age 86, of Tiverton passed away peacefully on May 29th. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend who will be remembered for her fierce love, generous heart, and unmistakable spirit.
Born in Newfoundland, Canada, Edna met her husband of 69 years Lawrence "Pee Wee" Tavares when he was stationed in the...
Antonio E. Crancha
May 25, 2025
Antonio E. Crancha, 58, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, May 25th at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, surrounded by his family.
Born in Ponta Garça, Saint Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Leonel C. Crancha and the late Maria L. (Roias) Crancha.
Most recently, Antonio was employed as a roofer, throughout his career...
Fernando Couto
May 18, 2025
Fernando V. Couto, 74, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Saint Anne's Hospital, in Fall River, surrounded by his family.
He was the loving husband of Maria Eugenia (Correia) Couto, to whom he was married for 50 years.
Born in Arrifes, St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Gil Couto and...
Christine M. Conlon
May 14, 2025
Christine Marie (Correia) Conlon, 61, of Fall River, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at St. Anne's Hospital, in Fall River.
She was the loving wife of Richard G. Conlon.
Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of Arthur Correia and Grace (Gaspar) Correia.
Christine devoted many years to serving her community as a dietary...
Rose Marie "Terry" Leinberry
May 13, 2025
Rose Marie (LeBlanc) Leinberry, 93, of Tiverton, RI passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at her home, surrounded by family. Known by her friends and family as Terry, she was 93.
Terry was the loving wife of David C. Leinberry for 71 years. David predeceased her by 10 days.
Born in Boston, MA, she was the daughter...
Antonio Corvello
May 8, 2025
Antonio Corvello, 99, of Fall River, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Mill Brook Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, in Fall River.
He was the widower of the late Diamantina (Botelho) Corvello, to whom he had been married for 73 years.
Born in Fall River, Mr. Corvello was a son of the late John Corvello and Celia (Souza)...
Michael M. Medeiros
May 8, 2025
Michael M. Medeiros, 69, of Fall River, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Tobey Hospital, in Wareham.
Born in Fall River, he was a son of the late Hermano F. Medeiros and Ilda (Motta) Medeiros.
Michael worked previously as a landscaper.
Michael is survived by his daughter Meghan Frank; his siblings Gilbert Medeiros, David Medeiros, and...
John J. Mello
May 4, 2025
John Joseph Mello, 92, of Woodman St., died Sunday, May 4th, 2025, at his home.
He was a lifelong resident of Fall River, and the son of the late John S. Mello and the late Rose (Marchetti) Mello. Mr. Mello was a member of the former Our Lady of Angels Parish.
Mr. Mello was a graduate of Coyle...
David C. Leinberry, Sr.
May 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of David Crookes Leinberry, Sr. (1930-2025) David Leinberry, beloved father, husband, business owner, veteran, and supporter of his family, passed away peacefully at home on May 3, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was 94. Born in Newton, Massachusetts, David was an athlete and loved to work with his hands. He graduated from Newton High...
Liduina Alves
Apr 28, 2025
Liduina (Moreira de Melo) Alves, 84, of Fall River, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, surrounded by her family.
She was the widow of the late Jose P. Alves.
Born in St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Alexandre de Melo and Maria (Espirito Santo Moreira) Melo.
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William J. Lopes
Apr 5, 2025
William J. Lopes, 65, of Warren, RI, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, in Fall River.
He was the longtime companion of Maria Barboza.
Born in Fall River, he was a son of the late Edward Lopes and Evelyn (Raposa) Lopes.
William was a dedicated laborer with Laborers' Union 271 until his retirement. A man of...
Candida A. Charlotin
Apr 4, 2025
Candida A. (Cardoso) Charlotin, 56, of Fall River, passed away Friday, April 4, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, in Fall River.
She was the loving wife of Francois Charlotin, Jr.
Born in Ponta Delgada, St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Carlos Baptista Cardoso and the late Fernanda (Nunes) Cardoso.
Candida was a parishioner...
Maria Alda Rodrigues
Apr 3, 2025
Maria Alda (Gomes) Rodrigues, 88, of Fall River, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025 at St. Anne’s Hospital, surrounded by her family.
She was the loving wife of the late Jose Rodrigues.
Born in St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Manuel Gomes and Maria do Carmo Gomes.
Maria was a devoted homemaker who...
Agostinho Melo
Mar 31, 2025
Agostinho F. Melo, of Fall River, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving family.
He was the loving husband of the late Veronica (Mendoza) Melo.
Born in Santa Barbara, Santo Antonio, Alem Capelas, St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Manuel Carvalho Melo and the late Ana Soares Melo.
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Eulalia Cura
Mar 28, 2025
Eulalia (Martins) Cura, of Fall River, passed away Friday, March 28th at St. Anne's Hospital in Fall River.
Born in Sao Roque, St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Antonio Batista and Natalia (Soares-Moura) Batista. Prior to retiring, she worked as a CNA in the nursing field. In her free time, she loved watching telenovelas and...
Joseph D. Souza
Mar 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph David Souza, a beloved husband, father, and avô, who passed away peacefully on March 27 at the age of 83.
Joe was born on September 19, 1941, in Fall River and lived a life full of love, kindness, and dedication to his family. He was a devoted husband to...
Richard Mello
Mar 27, 2025
Richard Mello, 85, of 645 Woodman St., died peacefully on March 27th, surrounded by loved ones. He was married to the great love of his life, Myra Alice (Pacheco) Mello, for almost 49 years, until her passing in 2011, and was the father of Carl Richard Mello, aged 53 of Somerville.
His relationship with his nieces and nephews, Michael,...
Raymond Faria
Mar 25, 2025
Raymond C. Faria, 69, of Riverside RI, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at home, surrounded by his family.
He was the longtime partner of Clara Marrocco, whom he first met 25 years ago during the Santo Christo Feast.
Born in St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Manuel Faria and Maria Carreiro Faria.
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Arthur C. Rapoza
Mar 24, 2025
Arthur C. Rapoza, Sr., 94, of Tiverton, passed away Monday, March 24, 2025, at home surrounded by his family.
He was the loving husband of the late Henrietta ”Honey” (Goncalo) Rapoza, to whom he was married to for 52 years.
Born in Tiverton, he was a son of the late Joseph Rapoza and Annie (Ferreira) Rapoza.
Arthur...
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While our website lists recent obituaries for families we serve throughout Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport, Dighton, Freetown, Little Compton, Tiverton, and Portsmouth, and surrounding areas, we understand you might be searching more broadly or for historical records.
Fall River Herald News Obituaries: This local newspaper often publishes death notices for individuals from across the region, not just Fall River. Searching the Fall River Herald News obits section can be helpful for finding historical notices from Somerset, Swansea, Westport, and surrounding towns.
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