Recent Obituaries
Honoring Lives Served by Oliveira Funeral Homes in the Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport & South Coast Area
Alexandria "Lil" (Miranda) Mello
Apr 2, 2022
FALL RIVER… Alexandria “Lil” (Miranda) Mello, 104, of Fall River, formerly of Assonet, passed away April 2, 2022 at the Fall River Jewish Home.
She was the widow of the late Joseph A. Mello, Jr.
Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late John P. Miranda and Iscolastinha (Julio) Miranda.
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Arsenio F. Pereira
Apr 2, 2022
FALL RIVER… Arsenio F. Pereira, 76, of Fall River passed away April 2, 2022 at home, surrounded by his family.
He was the loving husband of Maria Conceicao (Monte) Pereira, he would have celebrated his 50th wedding anniversary next month.
Born in St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Manuel Pereira and...
Ana Maria (Pavao de Medeiros) Martins
Mar 24, 2022
FALL RIVER… Ana Maria (Pavao de Medeiros) Martins, 80, of Fall River passed away March 24, 2022 at St. Anne’s Hospital, in Fall River.
She was the loving wife of the late Gilberto S. Martins.
Born in Capelas, St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Manuel de Medeiros and Maria Pavao.
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Antonio Arruda
Mar 18, 2022
FALL RIVER… Antonio Arruda, 84, of Fall River passed away March 18, 2022 at St. Anne’s Hospital, in Fall River.
He was the loving husband of Isabel (Costa) Arruda.
Born in Fall River, he was a son of the late John Arruda and Maria Costa Arruda.
Prior to retiring, Antonio worked as a...
Peter S. Dopart
Mar 14, 2022
Peter S. Dopart, 93, of Fall River, passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022 at St. Luke’s Hospital, in New Bedford.
He was the loving husband of Delores Dopart, his “sweetheart” of more than seven decades.
Born in Fall River, he was a son of the late Piotr and Valerya Dopart.
A WWII...
Norma (Horrocks) Pettey
Mar 14, 2022
Norma (Horrocks) Pettey, 77, of Tiverton, passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022 at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, in Providence.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Olivia (Oliveira) Horrocks.
Norma was a homemaker and member of the Tiverton Senior Center. She loved knitting, animals, and most of all,...
Evelyn (Maris) Ferreira
Mar 13, 2022
Our precious mother Evelyn Ferreira, passed away on Sunday March 13, 2022 surrounded by her loved ones. She devoted her life to her children and family. She was orphaned at a very young age and although she endured many hardships in life, our mom had so much love to give. Her baby blue eyes and beautiful smile along with...
Lorraine (Tavares) Martin
Mar 6, 2022
Lorraine Martin, 92, of Fall River, MA passed away peacefully on Sunday March 6, 2022.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James Martin, her parents, Manuel and Maria Tavares and siblings, Anthony Tavares and Stella Frado.
She is survived by her children, Kathleen Valero and her husband, Joseph of Fall River, MA, as...
Antonio Neto Victorino
Mar 6, 2022
FALL RIVER… Antonio Neto Victorino, 84, of Fall River passed away March 6, 2022, surrounded by his family at Fall River Health Care.
He was the loving husband of the late of Maria Isabel (Rego) Victorino.
Born in St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Jose Vultao Victorino and Ilda Jesus Neto....
Mark J. Aguiar
Mar 2, 2022
Mark J. Aguiar, 44, of Fall River, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at his home.
Born in San Mateo, California, he was the son of Jose Aguiar and Maria (Camara) Aguiar.
Mark was employed as a PCA. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid New England Patriots fan.
Along with his...
Mark C. Potter
Feb 20, 2022
Mark C. Potter, 63, of Tiverton, passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at his home.
Born in Fall River, he was a son of the late Joseph Potter and Joyce (Whyte) Potter.
Prior to retiring, he worked for most of his life as a stone mason. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing. Mark...
Francis J. Aguiar
Feb 20, 2022
Francis J. Aguiar, 87, of Tiverton, passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at home, surrounded by his family.
He was the loving husband of Shirley (Souza) Aguiar.
Born in Tiverton, he was a son of the late Manuel Aguiar and Mary Silvia.
Before retiring, he was employed as a Tiverton Police Officer...
Francisco J. Farias
Feb 14, 2022
Francisco J. Farias, 72, of Fall River, passed away on Monday, February 14, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, in Boston.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Francisco and Rose (Moniz) Farias.
Prior to retiring, he worked as an autobody technician for most of his career. In his free time,...
John P. Aguiar
Feb 13, 2022
John P. Aguiar, 78, of Fall River, MA, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 13, 2022 at Charlton Memorial Hospital, in Fall River.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late John P. Aguiar and Lydia (Pimental) Aguiar.
John was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He worked for most of his...
Shirley M. (Cabral) Rego
Feb 7, 2022
Shirley M. (Cabral) Rego, 84, of Fall River, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022 at the Dawn Hill Home for Rehab and Healthcare, in Bristol, RI.
She was the widow of the late William Rego.
Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Ferreira) Cabral.
Prior...
Delores Brilhante
Jan 28, 2022
Delores Brilhante, 88, of Fall River, passed away on Friday, January 28, 2022 at St. Anne’s Hospital, in Fall River.
Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Joseph Brilhante and Deolinda (Rapoza) Brilhante.
Prior to retiring, she was employed as a floor lady at the former Fall River Manufacturing and was...
Diamentina (Reposa) Perry
Jan 26, 2022
TIVERTON… Diamentina (Reposa) Perry, 91, of Tiverton, passed away January 26, 2022, at home, surrounded by her family.
She was the widow of the late Raymond T. Perry.
Diamentina was born in Portsmouth, RI, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Reposa and stepmother, “Tia.”
Prior to retiring, Mrs. Perry worked as...
Alzira (Carreiro-Vieira) Salsinha
Jan 19, 2022
FALL RIVER… Alzira (Carreiro-Vieira) Salsinha, 83, of Fall River, passed away January 19, 2022, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, in Fall River.
She was the widow of the late Jose M. Salsinha.
Alzira was born in Agua Retorta, Sao Miguel, Azores, a daughter of the late Manuel Inocencio Vieira and Maria Da Conceicao Carreiro.
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Joanie M. (Moniz) Troia
Jan 19, 2022
TAUNTON… Joanie M. (Moniz) Troia, 72, passed away January 19, 2022, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, in Fall River.
She was the widow of the late Michael Troia, retired Fall River Police Dept. Detective.
Joanie was born in Fall River, a daughter of the late Joseph Moniz, Jr. and Beatrice (Marshall) Moniz.
Survivors include...
Jeffrey R. Durette
Jan 16, 2022
Jeffrey R. Durette, 58, of Berkley, passed away with his family by his side on January 16, 2022, at Country Gardens Health and Rehabilitation, in Swansea after a long battle with Alzheimer's.
He was the loving husband of Nicole (Duquette) Durette.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of Roger and Mariette (Trepanier) Durette....
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Finding Obituaries in the Greater Fall River Region
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.
Historical Obituaries (Fall River Public Library): For genealogical research or finding older obituaries (especially pre-1990s), the Fall River Public Library (104 North Main Street, Fall River) is a valuable resource for the entire area. Their archives contain past editions of the Fall River Herald News and other records relevant to families with roots in Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport, and neighboring communities.
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