Recent Obituaries
Honoring Lives Served by Oliveira Funeral Homes in the Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport & South Coast Area
Isabel Carvalho
Dec 7, 2024
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our mother. Isabel C. Carvalho, 90, of Fall River, wife of the late Rolando Carvalho, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 7, 2024, at St. Anne’s Hospital, surrounded by her family.
Born in Povoacao, Sao Miguel, Azores, Isabel was a daughter of the late Jose Carreiro and Maria Da Gloria,...
Beatrice C. Ferreira
Dec 7, 2024
Beatrice C. (Mello) Ferreira, 91, of Tiverton, passed away at Charlton Memorial Hospital, Saturday, December 7, 2024.
She was the loving wife of the late John J. Ferreira.
Born in Middletown, RI, she was a daughter of the late Manuel C. Mello and Mary C. (Medeiros) Mello.
Prior to retiring, Beatrice worked as a clerk at Levesque’s...
Manuel Couto
Dec 3, 2024
Manuel Couto, 78, of Fall River, passed away December 3, 2024, at home, surrounded by his family.
He was the loving husband of Delores Couto.
Born in Arrifes, St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Serafin Correia Da Couto and Maria Do Rosario De Couto.
Manuel worked as a dedicated baker who had a...
Carmelia L. Thompson
Nov 29, 2024
Carmelia L. Thompson, 86, of Fall River, passed away Friday, November 29, 2024, at AdviniaCare Southpointe, in Fall River.
She was the widow of the late Harold Thompson.
Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Antonio Machado and Natalie (Da Luz) Machado.
Carmelia was a dedicated homemaker throughout her life, finding joy and...
Seraphin Cordeiro, Jr.
Nov 27, 2024
Seraphin Cordeiro, Jr., also known as "Buster", 61, of Fall River, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at his home, in Fall River.
Born in Fall River, he was a son of the late Seraphin Cordeiro and Dorothy Marie (Medeiros) Cordeiro.
Seraphin worked for the majority of his career as a supervisor at Swan Finishing, in Fall River.
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Maria Lima
Nov 27, 2024
Maria (Cambra) Lima, 83, of Tiverton, passed away at her home on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
She was the loving wife of the late William “Bill” Lima, to whom she met in the 6th grade and later married for 61 years.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Manual Cambra, Jr. and Hortense (Farias)...
Victor Martins
Nov 25, 2024
Victor Martins, 68, of Fall River passed away Monday, November 25, 2024, at St. Anne’s Hospital, in Fall River.
Born in Fall River, he was a son of Joseph Martins and Maria Jose (Sousa) Martins.
Victor graduated from BMC Durfee High School and was a member of Santo Christo Church. Throughout his career, he worked as a landscaper...
Maria V. Carneiro
Nov 24, 2024
Maria V. (Leite) Carneiro, 95, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Marion Mannor, in Taunton, surrounded by her family.
She was the widow of the late Manuel Costa Carneiro.
Born in St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Jose Sousa Leite and Maria Das Mercedes Quintal.
Maria worked for most...
Antonio DaCosta
Nov 23, 2024
Antonio DaCosta, 79, of Somerset, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Sarah S. Brayton Nursing Center, in Fall River.
He was the widower of the late Fatima (Brum) DaCosta.
Born in Ponta Delgada, St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Joseph DaCosta and Gloria (Ferreira) DaCosta.
Prior to retiring, Antonio spent most of...
David Gluchacki
Nov 22, 2024
David Gluchacki, 49, of Fall River, passed away Friday, November 22, 2024, at his home, in Fall River.
Born in Fall River, he was a son of Alan Gluchacki and Paulette (Daylor) Gluchacki.
David cherished the simple joys of life, from fishing with his brother Todd during their younger years to watching sports and listening to his favorite...
Richard J. Medeiros
Nov 18, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Medeiros “Rabs” a retired police officer, father, and cherished grandfather, who peacefully left us on 11/18/2024 at the age of 87.
Rabs served with distinction as a police officer for years in the Portsmouth Police Department. Throughout his distinguished career, he earned the respect and admiration of colleagues,...
Maria H. Medeiros
Nov 17, 2024
Maria H. (Furnas) Medeiros, 80, of New Bedford, formerly of Dartmouth, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital, in New Bedford.
She was the widow of the late Jose Medeiros, Jr.
Born in Santo Antonio, St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Joao Furnas and Maria Joana (Da Silva) Furnas.
Maria...
Rui Carlos Gomes-Depina
Nov 11, 2024
Rui Carlos Gomes-Depina, 29, of Fall River, passed away unexpectedly Monday, November 11, 2024.
He leaves behind his wife and the love of his life, Justice Monique (Benjamin) Gomes-Depina. Rui found love and companionship in his wife and their bond was a testament to the love they shared.
Born in Angola, he was a son of Cesar De...
Arnaldo M. Costa
Nov 11, 2024
Arnaldo M. Costa, 85, of Fall River, passed away Monday, November 11, 2024, at St. Anne’s Hospital, in Fall River, surrounded by his family.
He was the widower of the late Liduina Conceicao (Mare) Costa.
Born in St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Jose Costa and Maria Catarina (Rocha) Eleuterio.
Prior to retiring,...
Maria I. Ganhadeiro
Nov 3, 2024
It is with profound sorrow and deep love that we announce the passing of Maria Ganhadeiro, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Maria I. (Germano) Ganhadeiro of Fall River, passed away November 3, 2024, at St. Anne’s Hospital at the age of 77, surrounded by the love of her family. After 57 years of marriage, Maria leaves...
Edmundo de Sousa
Nov 1, 2024
Edmundo de Sousa, esposo de Maria Germana de Sousa, faleceu no dia 1 de Novembro de 2024.
Nasceu em S. Pedro, Ponta Delgada, no dia 6 de Agosto de 1935.
Pai de Dinarte de Sousa, Edmund R. Sousa, e de Gabriela de Sousa; Avô de Christopher de Sousa, Alexander Sousa, Emily Nicole Reed, Claudia Sousa e Charles Marinelli;...
Dennis Duarte
Oct 24, 2024
Dennis M. Duarte, 73, of Tiverton, RI, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2024, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Dennis W. Duarte and Doris (Arruda) Duarte.
Dennis was a dedicated educator and passionate music enthusiast who was loved by all. A...
Joao F. Viegas
Oct 22, 2024
Joao F. Viegas, 62, of Fall River, passed away October 22, 2024 at St. Anne’s Hospital, in Fall River.
He was the widower of the late Maria L. (Medeiros) Viegas.
Born in Sao Roque, St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of the late Francisco Viegas and Maria Fernando (Corvelo) Viegas.
Prior to retiring, Joao worked for...
Manuel Ricardo
Oct 17, 2024
Manuel F. Ricardo, 76, of Fall River, passed away October 17th, 2024, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, after a long fight with illness, surrounded by his family and loved ones.
He was the loving husband of Maria J. (Correia) Ricardo.
Born in Furnas, St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Virginio Ricardo and Natalia Ricardo.
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Alina M. Silvia
Oct 15, 2024
Alina M. (Mello) Silvia, 101, of Fall River, passed away October 15, 2024 at Somerset Ridge Center.
She was the widow of the late Joseph M. Silvia.
Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Antonio C. Mello and Maria P. (Viveiros) Mello.
Prior to retiring, she worked for Aetna Jewelry Manufacturing, in Providence,...
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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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