Recent Obituaries

Honoring Lives Served by Oliveira Funeral Homes in the Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport & South Coast Area

Gerald Joseph Pineault

Gerald Joseph Pineault

Oct 9, 2024

Gerald "Jerry" Joseph Pineault, 71, of Fall River, passed away peacefully at his home on October 9, 2024.

    Born and raised in Fall River, he was the son of the late Gerald Pineault and Germaine (Bernier) Pineault.

    Before retiring, Gerald worked for Electric Boat in Groton, CT, and was also a self-employed carpenter. He had a passion for...

Susan Santos

Susan Santos

Oct 7, 2024

Susan (Oliveira) Santos, 65, of Fall River, suddenly passed away October 7, 2024, at home. 

 Sue was a lifelong resident of Fall River. A BMC Durfee grad who loved playing tennis with her Dad, loved horses and trips to Arizona where she enjoyed horseback riding, and was a member of the East End Sportsman’s club. Sue had a love for music...

Loretta Moniz

Loretta Moniz

Sep 26, 2024

Loretta Moniz – April 11, 1938 – September 26, 2024, 86, of Fall River, MA passed away peacefully on Thursday, 9/26/2024 at Charlton Memorial Hospital after months of failing health.

    Born in Newport, RI, she was the daughter of the late Antone and Serafina (Sadie Rogers) Davis.

    She was a Seamstress and Union Member of the International Ladies...

Aryana Ann Coelho

Aryana Ann Coelho

Sep 20, 2024

Aryana Ann Coelho, 18, passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 20th, 2024.

    Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of Manuel Coelho (wife Erica) and the late Sheena DaSilva.

    Aryana was a vibrant, fun-loving young woman who lit up every room she entered. She had a sense of humor and cherished time spent with family and friends. Aryana...

Elsie G. Giasson

Elsie G. Giasson

Sep 18, 2024

Elsie G. (Arruda) Giasson, 92, of Tiverton, passed away, September 18, 2024, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her family.

    She was the widow of the late Robert E. Giasson and Thomas C. Roderick.

    Born in Tiverton, she was a daughter of the late John Arruda and Mary S. (Medeiros) Arruda.

    Prior to retiring, Elsie worked for...

Paul R. Ravenelle

Paul R. Ravenelle

Sep 15, 2024

Paul R. Ravenelle, 82, of East Wareham, passed away September 15, 2024 at Massachusetts General Hospital, in Boston.

    He was the loving husband of Rosemary (Isadore) Ravenelle, to whom he had been married to for 58 years.

    Born in Somerset, he was a son of the late Lionel Ravenelle and Bertha (Ernst) Banville.

    Prior to retiring, Paul...

Helen Patricio

Helen Patricio

Sep 12, 2024

Helen (Souza) Patricio, 98, of Fall River, passed away, September 12, 2024, at Kimwell Nursing Home, in Fall River.

    She was the widow of the late Jorge R. Patricio.

    Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Joaquim Souza and Henrieta (Pacheco) Souza.

    Helen worked for most of her career as a packer at...

Lillian C. D'Oliveira

Lillian C. D'Oliveira

Sep 8, 2024

Lillian C. (Pereira) D’Oliveira, 101, of Fall River, formerly of New Jersey, passed away on September 8, 2024, at Clifton Rehabilitative Nursing Center, in Somerset.

    She was the widow of the late John M. D’Oliveira, Jr.

    Born in New Bedford, Lillian was a daughter of the late Carlos C. Pereira and Maria (Pacheco) Pereira.

    Lillian lived in...

Cynthia M. Roderick

Cynthia M. Roderick

Aug 30, 2024

Cynthia M. (Oliveira) Roderick, 79, of Assonet, passed away August 30, 2024 at home, surrounded by her family.

    She was the widow of the late John Roderick.

    Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Joseph Oliveira and Lydia (Morris) Oliveira.

    Cynthia had a rich and diverse career that spanned several fields and reflected...

Margarida dos Reis

Margarida dos Reis

Aug 28, 2024

Margarida dos Reis, 98, of Pawtucket, formerly of Tiverton, passed away August 28, 2024 at Miriam Hospital, in Providence.

    Born in Mosteiros, St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Manuel Franco and Maria (Reis) da Silva Franco.

    Prior to retiring, she worked in the local garment industry as a machine operator for many years.

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Todd Tenchara

Todd Tenchara

Aug 24, 2024

Todd M. Tenchara, 45, of Providence, RI, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Roger Williams Medical Center, in Providence, RI.

    Born in Fall River, he was a son of Daniel Tenchara and Paula (Machado) Cambra.

    Todd was a talented painter by trade. He was also a gifted carpenter and had a great love for music, often attending...

Irene Bernat

Irene Bernat

Aug 24, 2024

Irene M. Bernat, 78, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024, at St. Anne’s Hospital, in Fall River with family by her side 

    She was the longtime companion, of over 35 years, of the late Antonio J. Pavao.

    Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Emile Machado and Irene (Marcotte) Machado.

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Edward J. Mello

Edward J. Mello

Aug 23, 2024

Edward J. Mello, 77, of Fall River, passed away August 23, 2024, at home, surrounded by his family.

    He was the loving husband of Maria “Mary” (Medeiros) Mello, to whom he had been married for 53 years.

    Born in Fall River, he was a son of the late Joseph Mello and Alexandria (Miranda) Mello.

    Edward was a...

David A. Dupere

David A. Dupere

Aug 17, 2024

David A. Dupere, 56, of Fall River, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024.

    Born in Attleboro, Massachusetts, David was the son of the late Russell Dupere and Deolinda (Pacheco) Dupere. He grew up in Fall River with his brother Steven Dupere and his late sister Tara Bartlett. David will be remembered by his family as a loving father, grandfather,...

Robert Lindo

Robert Lindo

Aug 13, 2024

Robert C. Lindo, 85, of Tiverton, peacefully passed away on August 13, 2024, at Sarah Brayton Nursing Center in Fall River.

    He was the beloved husband of Geraldine (Rua) Lindo, with whom he shared many wonderful years.

    Born in Fall River, Robert was the son of the late John C. Lindo and Mary V. (Viveiros) Lindo.

    Before...

Agnes Correia

Agnes Correia

Aug 7, 2024

Agnes (Furtado) Correia, 95, of Fall River, passed away on August 7th, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of the late Louis Correia. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Antone P. Furtado and Mary Jo (Souza) Furtado.

    Prior to retiring, Agnes was employed for 35 years as a...

Lucille Sousa

Lucille Sousa

Aug 5, 2024

Lucille (Amaral) Sousa, 80, of Fall River passed away August 5, 2024 at St. Anne’s Hospital, in Fall River.

    She was the loving wife of Manuel B. Sousa.

    Born in St. Michael, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Antonio Amaral and Julia Amaral.

    Prior to retiring, Lucille worked as a machine operator at the former...

Paula Quinn

Paula Quinn

Jul 30, 2024

Paula Quinn, 73, passed away on July 30, 2024, in Fall River MA. 

    Paula was born on June 12, 1951 in Worcester MA, to the late Walter and Virginia Quinn. Paula graduated from South High School in Worcester MA. 

    Paula spent many years struggling with addiction but was proud to be living her sober life with dignity and...

Evelyn Souza

Evelyn Souza

Jul 28, 2024

Evelyn Souza, 91, of Tiverton, passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024, at Dawn Hill Home for Rehab and Healthcare, in Bristol, RI.

    She was the widow of the late Dassey B. Souza.

    Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Joseph Souza and Sarah (Lima) Souza.

    Evelyn was devoted to raising her children and...

Sandra Boule

Sandra Boule

Jul 28, 2024

Sandra (Almeida) Boule, 76, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024, at Sarah Brayton Skilled Nursing Center, in Fall River.

    She was the loving wife of Raymond Boule.

    Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Joseph Almeida and Olive (McCormack) Almeida.

    Prior to retiring, Sandra was employed as a home health...