Recent Obituaries
Honoring Lives Served by Oliveira Funeral Homes in the Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport & South Coast Area
Laura M. Arruda
Nov 20, 2025
Laura M. (Calvo) Arruda, age 95, passed away on November 20, 2025, at Catholic Memorial Home, in Fall River.
She was the loving wife of the late Francis M. Arruda.
She is survived by her children Michael Arruda (Janice), Gary Arruda (Joanne), Francis Arruda (Donna); grandchildren Nicole, Jessica, Logan, Brittany, Mason, Lauren, Ashley and several nieces.
Born...
José A. DaSilva
Nov 18, 2025
José Alberto DaSilva, 91, of Fall River, passed away on November 18, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
He was the husband of the late Norbina (Pacheco do Monte) DaSilva.
Born in Porto Formoso, São Miguel, Azores, he was the son of the late Antone Alberto DaSilva and Jacinta (De Jesus) DaSilva. José was...
Alvaro V. Barreira
Nov 15, 2025
Alvaro V. Barreira, 92, of Fall River, MA, passed away on November 15, 2025, at St. Anne's Hospital.
He was the beloved husband of the late Arminda M. (Lopes) Barreira.
Born in Santa Barbara, Sao Miguel, Acores, on August 8, 1933, he was the son of the late Antone Barreira and the late Marina Viveiros.
A skilled...
Manuel E. Andrade
Nov 13, 2025
Manuel E. Andrade, 63, of Fall River, MA, passed away on November 13, 2025, at St. Anne’s Hospital.
Born in Rabo de Peixe, St. Michael, Azores on May 25, 1962, he was the son of the late Manuel Andrade and the late Maria Evelina (Vieira) Andrade.
Manuel was a retired Machine Operator, having worked for many years at...
Emily Apolinario
Nov 12, 2025
Emily (Mello) Apolinario, 99, of Fall River, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at St. Ann’s Hospital in Fall River.
She was the widow of the late Manuel “Manny Apples” Apolinario.
Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Joseph Mello and Leontina (Amber) Mello.
Mrs. Apolinario worked as a sales clerk for over...
Charles M. Diogenes
Nov 10, 2025
Charles Manuel Diogenes, 62, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence Rhode Island after a short illness.
He was Born August 24, 1963, in Fall River Massachusetts to Manuel “Jinx” and Madeleine Diogenes.
Charlie was the IT Director for Healthfirst family health center in Fall River Massachusetts, prior to that he was...
David A. Lema
Nov 10, 2025
David A. Lema, 83, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on November 10, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his family.
He was the beloved husband of Maureen (Silvia) Lema, to whom he had been married for 35 years.
Born in Fall River, on December 19, 1941, he was the son of the late Joseph Lima and Violet...
Antonio Mimoso
Nov 9, 2025
Antonio C. R. Mimoso "Mimoso", 75, of Swansea, formerly of Fall River, passed away on November 9, 2025, at Catholic Memorial Home in Fall River.
He was the loving husband of Maria Jose (Benfeito Janeiro) Mimoso.
Born in Arrifes, Sao Miguel, Acores, he was a son of the late Manuel Raimundo Mimoso and the late Maria do Carmo...
John Sousa
Oct 21, 2025
John Sousa, 67, of Swansea, Massachusetts, passed away on October 21, 2025.
He was born in Madeira, Portugal, the son of the late Manuel Sousa and the late Maria do Rosario Sousa.
In his younger years, Mr. Sousa was a Class of 1957 graduate of Durfee High School and worked as a presser in the garment manufacturing industry....
Kenneth Burton
Oct 20, 2025
Kenneth “Ken” Burton, age 84, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 20, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his devoted family.
Ken was predeceased by his beloved wife of 60 years, Patricia Burton, his parents Charles and Geraldine Burton, and his brother Charles Burton II.
Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, Ken spent most of...
Manuel F. Mello
Oct 20, 2025
Manuel F. Mello, 85, of Fall River, passed away on October 20, 2025, at HopeHealth Hospice Center, in Providence, RI.
He was the loving husband of the late Maria C. (Pevide) Mello.
Manuel was born on August 17, 1940, in Furnas, St. Michael, Azores. He was the son of the late Jose Ferreira Melo and the late Maria...
Shirley Mae Cordeiro
Oct 19, 2025
Shirley Mae (Hindle) Cordeiro, 94, of Tiverton, RI, passed away at her home on October 19, 2025, surrounded by her family.
She was the widow of the late Joseph M. Cordeiro “Babe”, her loving husband, to whom she had been married since February 14th, 1948, until his passing in 1990.
Born in New Bedford, Massachusetts on January 23,...
Marie R. Verrette
Oct 14, 2025
Marie R. Verrette, 81, of Fall River, Massachusetts, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Fall River Healthcare.
She was the former wife of the late Roger Ouellette.
Born in Central Falls, RI, on July 30, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Emilien J. Lapalme and Claire (Ferland) Lapalme
Marie worked at various places throughout her life, including Hasbro in...
Everett R. Cabral
Oct 12, 2025
Everett R. Cabral, 89, of Fall River, Massachusetts, passed away on October 12, 2025, at home, surrounded by his family.
He was the beloved husband of Edith (Camara) Cabral, with whom he shared over 69 years of marriage.
Born in Bronx, New York, on February 18, 1936, he was the son of the late Everett Cabral, Sr. and...
Edmond C. Trindade
Oct 10, 2025
Edmond C. Trindade of Mt. Airy, NC passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025. He was affectionately known as "Duke" from the former Duke's Variety Store on Columbia St. in Fall River, MA. He was 101 years old.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Diogo Trindade and the late Laura Trindade. He is predeceased...
Maria dos Anjos Silva
Oct 5, 2025
Maria dos Anjos (Tavares-Teodoro) Silva, 72, of Fall River, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at Saint Anne's Hospital, surrounded by her family.
She was the beloved wife of the late Joao M. Silva.
Born in Rosário do Lagoa, St. Michael, Azores, Portugal on August 24, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Manuel Medeiros Teodoro...
Loretta Carreira
Oct 4, 2025
Loretta Carreira, 80, of Fall River, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Fall River Healthcare.
She was the widow of the late Arthur Carreira, and the former wife of the late Robert Bouchard.
Born in Fall River, on April 29, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Augustine Travassos and Lucy (Gouveia) Travassos.
After...
Emanuel J. Cabral
Sep 28, 2025
Emanuel J. Cabral, 65, of Fall River, passed away at his residence on Sunday, September 28, 2025.
Born in Furnas, São Miguel, Azores, he was a son of Maria Jose Janeiro and the late Laureano Cabral Vieira.
Mr. Cabral was retired, having spent his career in construction. He was an avid soccer fan and a devoted supporter of...
Frank "Satch" Souza
Sep 27, 2025
Frank “Satch” Souza, of Fall River, formerly of Swansea, MA. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family & sister Patricia. He was 85 years old.
He lived a life like no other. To know Satch was to love him. A father, a husband, a papa, a brother & a friend. He was the best at all...
Maria C. Almas (Silvia)
Sep 26, 2025
Maria Conceicao Almas (Silvia), 92, of Fall River, Massachusetts, passed away at home on September 26, 2025.
Born in Vila do Nordeste, Portugal on November 15, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Jose P. Almas and Rosa (Melo) Almas.
Maria worked for many years as a dedicated seamstress in the garment industry, after graduating from Casa...
We are privileged to support families during difficult times across the South Coast region and surrounding communities. We provide compassionate services for residents of Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport, Dighton, and Freetown in Massachusetts, as well as nearby Rhode Island communities including Little Compton, Tiverton, and Portsmouth. Here, we honor the memory of individuals from these areas whom we have recently served. Below you will find Fall River and local obituaries and notices from across our service area, along with details about upcoming services.

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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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