Obituaries

Richard Mello

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

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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Jose Aguiar

Jose Aguiar

Mar 23, 2025

Jose O. Aguiar, 82, of Fall River, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family.

    He was the loving husband of Maria (Camara) Aguiar.

    Born in Santo Antonio, Alem Capelas, St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of the late Antonio Oliveira and Maria dos Anjos Oliveira.

    Jose had a...

Jason Hughes

Jason Hughes

Mar 12, 2025

Jason E. Hughes, 55, of Westport, passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at his home.

   He was the partner of Laurie Hammontree.

   Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, he was a son of Wilson Hughes and Laura Scott.

   Jason worked as a delivery driver in the retail wine and spirits industry. He was also a longtime employee of the Liberal Club...

Dolores Cabeceiras

Dolores Cabeceiras

Mar 12, 2025

Dolores (Vaz) Cabeceiras, 93, of Swansea, passed away Wednesday, March 12th, 2025, at Southpointe Nursing Center.

    Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Antonio Vaz and Hortense (Rapoza) Vaz.

    Prior to retiring, she worked for most of her career as a stitcher in the local textile industry. In her free time, Dolores enjoyed singing,...

Delmira De Melo

Delmira De Melo

Mar 11, 2025

Delmira Fatima Morais de Teves De Melo, 76, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at St. Anne’s Hospital, in Fall River.

    She was the widow of the late Asterio G. De Melo.

    Born in St. Michael, Azores, she was the daughter of the late Jose de Teves and Elisa Morais de Teves.

    Delmira was a dedicated machine...

Jorge B. Machado

Jorge B. Machado

Mar 8, 2025

Jorge B. Machado, 80, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025, at St. Anne’s Hospital, in Fall River. 

    He was the loving husband of Fatima Soares Machado. 

    Born in Angra do Heroísmo, Terceira, Azores, he was the son of the late Manuel Machado and Constança Moniz Machado. 

    Jorge dedicated over 30 years of his life...

Clarinda Furtado

Clarinda Furtado

Mar 6, 2025

Clarinda (Cavaco) Furtado, 105, of Fall River, passed away Thursday, March 6th, 2025, at Somerset Ridge Center.

    She was the widow of the late Diniz S. Furtado.

    Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Joseph S. Cavaco and Maria da Gloria (Miranda) Cavaco.

    Clarinda was a dedicated sewing machine operator in the local...

Paulo Melo

Paulo Melo

Feb 26, 2025

Paulo S. de Teves Melo, 54, passed away February 26, 2025, at home, in Fall River.

    Born in St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of Delmira Fatima Morais de Teves Melo and the late Asterio G. De Melo.

    Paulo loved spending time with family and friends, often playing dominos and cards. He was also a big fan...

John A. Medeiros

John A. Medeiros

Feb 25, 2025

John A. Medeiros, 59, of Swansea, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his family.

    He was the loving husband of Diane (Carvalho) Medeiros.

    Born in Capelas, St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Jose Medeiros, Jr. and Maria H. (Furnas) Medeiros.

    John was a hardworking and dedicated individual...

Leanor H. Mendonca

Leanor H. Mendonca

Feb 19, 2025

Leanor Helen (Mathias) Mendonca, 90, passed away Wednesday, February 19th, 2025, at All American Assisted Living, in Wareham.

    She was the widow of the late Dennis Mendonca.

    Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Manuel Mathias and Louise (Thomas) Mathias.

    Leanor was a dedicated professional, having served as the Town Accountant for Somerset...

Antonio Jose Rego

Antonio Jose Rego

Feb 18, 2025

Antonio Jose Rego, 62, of Fall River, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at St. Anne’s Hospital, in Fall River.

    Born in St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Antonio do Rego Peixoto and Maria Gloria Cabral.

    Antonio had a deep love for music and community. He proudly played the snare drum and cymbals for...

Jose Tavares Miguel

Jose Tavares Miguel

Feb 17, 2025

Jose Tavares Miguel, 83, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, February 17, 2025, at his home.

    He was the loving husband of Maria Edwarda (Soares) Miguel.

    Born in Rabo de Peixe, St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of the late Jose Tavares Miguel and Florinda dos Reis Amaral. He served in the Portuguese Army and lived in...

Judith Ann Tavares

Judith Ann Tavares

Feb 12, 2025

Judith Ann (Pacheco) Tavares, 84, of Dennis, formerly of Fall River, passed away Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, at Cape Cod Hospital.

    She was the widow of the late Joseph Jacinto Tavares.

    Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Francisco Pacheco and Mary (Thomas) Pacheco.

    Judith dedicated much of her life to her work...

Maria Edwarda Maranhao

Maria Edwarda Maranhao

Feb 8, 2025

Maria Edwarda (Carreiro) Maranhao, 70, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, February 8, 2025, at St. Anne’s Hospital.

    She was the widow of the late Jose G. Maranhao.

    Born in St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Mariano O. Carreiro and Irene (Costa) Carreiro.

    Edwarda was a homemaker and enjoyed being around people and...

Sandra L. Vallett

Sandra L. Vallett

Feb 1, 2025

Sandra L. Vallett, 66, of Fall River, passed away February 1st, 2025, at home, surrounded by her family.

    Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Ernest Dube and Lucille (Oliveira) Dube.

    Prior to retiring, Sandra worked as a waitress. In her free time, she enjoyed playing bingo, cards, and, most of all, spending time...

Alfred Gallant

Alfred Gallant

Jan 29, 2025

Alfred Gallant, a loving father and grandfather, passed away Wednesday, January 29th, 2025, at Somerset Ridge Center.

    He was the widower of the late Maureen (Finn) Gallant.

    Born in Fall River, he was a son of the late Alfred Gallant and Eva (Bilodeau) Gallant.

    Alfred had a distinguished career as a labor foreman for Local 610, where...

Russell Chace

Russell Chace

Jan 13, 2025

Russell Chace, 91, passed away peacefully on Monday January 13, 2025 at Our Lady's Haven in Fairhaven, MA, surrounded by his loving family. 

    He met and married the love of his life, the late Patricia (LaPointe) Chace in Swansea and they were married for 56 years. 

    Russell, the son of the late Leon E. Chace and the late...

Germina da Christo Pacheco

Germina da Christo Pacheco

Jan 7, 2025

Germina da Christo (Albano) Pacheco, 92, of Fall River, passed away Tuesday, January 7th, 2025, at Southpointe Rehabilitation, in Fall River, surrounded by her family. 

    She was the widow of the late Manuel P. Pacheco. 

    Born in Agua de Pau, St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Eugenio Pereira Albano and Diamantina (Furtado) Albano. 

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Maria Fatima Borges

Maria Fatima Borges

Jan 5, 2025

Maria Fatima (Vieira) Borges, 73, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, January 5th, 2025, at home, surrounded by her family.

    She was the loving wife of Antonio Borges.

    Born in Rabo de Peixe, St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Jose Alvaro Vieira and Gloria Andrade.

    Before retiring, Maria worked for several years at...

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