Obituaries

Stephen Gaspar, 74

Stephen Gaspar, beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, friend and coach, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at the age of 74. Born on November 10, 1950 in New Bedford, MA, he was the son of the late Abel and Agnes (Barboza...

John P. Houlihan, 84

John P. Houlihan, 84, of Dartmouth died September 3, 2025 peacefully at Massachusetts General Hospital after a period of declining health. He was the husband of Sandra "Sam" (Lawrence) Houlihan. Born and raised in New Bedford, the son of the late...
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William "Barry" Hughes

On August 20, 2025, William "Barry" Hughes peacefully passed away after a long illness. He was born on July 10, 1937, in New Bedford, MA, to Richard T. and Agnes (Craven) Hughes. Barry was a proud member of the New Bedford High School Class of 1956...

Steven Terry Greene, 76

Steven Terry Greene, 76, of Wayland, MA, died unexpectedly on August 23, 2025. His sudden passing has left an immeasurable void for his family, friends and all who loved him. Born on December 23, 1948 to Milton and Esther, Steve grew up in Dartmouth...

Eric A. Isaksen, 77

Eric A. Isaksen, 77, of Dartmouth MA passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025, after a period of declining health. Eric lived with Type 1 diabetes since the age of 6 and navigated that situation his entire life though, ironically, that is not what took...

Thomas Hemingway, 72

Thomas Hemingway died after a brief illness on August 11 at St. Luke’s Hospital. He was born in Wareham, MA on February 25, 1953, son of the late Elizabeth (Scully) and Vincent Hemingway. He attended Providence College and worked for the...

Gail Sandra Pasquill Marshall

Gail Sandra Pasquill Marshall. January 9, 1947 - July 25, 2025. Gail was a woman of quiet strength, deep compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family. Born in New Bedford, Massachusetts, and longtime resident of Fort Lauderdale, she shared 59...

Edward (Ted) F. Kurtz, Jr., 96

Edward (Ted) F. Kurtz, Jr., 96, of Dartmouth died June 28, 2025. He was the son of Edward F. and Marion E. Kurtz. He grew up in Attleboro and later lived in Concord and Northampton, as well as Kingston, Ontario. He and his wife Nancy shared 59 years...

Linda Jane (Rowbotham) Hatchette, 81

Linda Jane (Rowbotham) Hatchette, 81, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home with her family by her side in Dartmouth, MA on July 4th, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Kenneth Hatchette. She was born on January 24, 1944, to the late...

Carol Ann (LaVigne) McGill, 94

Carol Ann (LaVigne) McGill, 94, of Dartmouth passed away Friday June 27, 2025 at Vantage of New Bedford. She was the wife of Thomas H. McGill. Born in Worcester, Carol was a graduate of Emmanuel College, where her received her Bachelor of Arts...

Joseph Aguiar, 65

Joseph Aguiar, 65, of Dartmouth died Monday, July 7, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital after a period of declining health. Born in New Bedford, son of the late Joseph and Adelaide (Rose) Aguiar, he was a lifelong resident of Dartmouth. He was employed as...

Beverly (Singer) Zexter, 94

It is with great sorrow that the family of Beverly (Singer) Zexter, announces her passing on July 4, 2025 at Vantage of New Bedford (formerly known as New Bedford Jewish Convalescent Home) at the age of 94. Born in Brooklyn, NY, daughter of the late...

Diane E. Shores, 73

Diane E. Shores, 73, of Dartmouth, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025 in St. Luke’s Hospital. She was the wife of Albert Best, with whom she shared over 30 years together. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Herminia...

Donald Piva, Jr., 63

Donald Piva, Jr passed away in his home on June 21, 2025. He was 63. DJ was born on November 25, 1961 to the late Donald and Barbara (Roy) Piva, and resided in Dartmouth for most of his life. He graduated from Bristol Agricultural High School where...

Antonio "Tony" Linhares, 80

DARTMOUTH-Antonio "Tony" Linhares, 80, died June 19, 2025. Husband of Maria L. (daSilva) Linhares. Born in Ribeira Quente, São Miguel, Açores, he immigrated to New Bedford in 1955 residing in Dartmouth since 1972. Parishioner of St. Mary Church...

Susan (Boston) Oliveira, 73

Susan (Boston) Oliveira May 7, 1952 — May 31, 2025 Dartmouth - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Susan (Boston) Oliveira, age 73, of Dartmouth, MA, who left this world on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at her home surrounded by the...

Mark Harrington, 78

Mark Harrington, 78, of Dartmouth, Massachusetts passed away at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Mark was a beloved teacher and guidance counselor serving 36 years at Dartmouth Middle School. He was also a devoted member of...

William Michael Costa Jr., 95

William Michael Costa Jr., 95, husband of Maria “Gilda” (Lima) and son of the late William M. Costa Sr. and Leonor D. (Furtado) died February 17, 2025. Born in New Bedford, resided in Dartmouth before he and Gilda relocated to Venice, FL. Employed...

Jeffrey Moniz, 76, and Diane Moniz, 76

WESTPORT-Jeffrey Moniz, 76, and Diane Moniz, 76 of Westport, MA, former residents of Dartmouth for many years, passed away unexpectedly on May 25, 2025 in Westport, MA. "Jeff" was born on May 2, 1949 in New Bedford, MA. Diane was born on February 3...

John S. Nunes, 75

John S. Nunes, 75, of Dartmouth, died May 26, 2025, at home. Husband of Carol A. (Ventura) for 54 years and son of the late Howard and Shirley (Sunderland) Levine. Born in Acushnet, John lived in Dartmouth for 47 years and retired as a stationary...

Diana Theresa Ohtersen

Diana Theresa Ohtersen September 1, 1957 - To the arms of Jesus on March 25, 2025 Preceded in sleep by Theresa E (George) Ohtersen and Alfred R Ohtersen - her beloved Mother and Father. Dennis R Crouse, former husband and Richard L Shearer, her...

Charles Rogers, 89

Fall River – Charles Rogers, age 89, of Dartmouth, Massachusetts, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Natalie (Sylvia) Rogers. Charles was...

Raymond "Ray" Souza, 97

Raymond "Ray" Souza, age 97, of Dartmouth passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, May 11, 2025. A dedicated public servant, passionate community member, and an honest and generous family man, Ray lived a storied and accomplished life. Born on...

Maria José (da Silva) Viegas, 81

Maria José (da Silva) Viegas, 81, passed April 29, 2025 at Mill Brook Rehabilitation and Healthcare. Born in Portugal, resided in Maryland, New Bedford and in Dartmouth for 13 years. Daughter of the late Ferderico and Teodora (Rodrigues) da Silva...

Albert W. Gibeault, 82

Albert W. Gibeault, who lived a full life of 82 years, of Dartmouth passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025 in St. Luke’s Hospital. He was the loving husband of the late Lorraine I. (Levesque) Gibeault. After six years, one month, and seven days they...

Stanley J. Galligo, 97

Stanley J. Galligo, 97, of South Dartmouth passed away on April 2, 2025. He was the husband of the late Bernadina M. (Costa) Galligo. He was employed at Continental Screw for many years, until his retirement. Stanley was passionate about sailing and...

Jeanne DuPont Dutra, 80

Jeanne DuPont Dutra, 80, of Dartmouth died Saturday March 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving daughter and son-in-law. She was the wife of the late Arthur A. Dutra. Born in Watertown, Massachusetts and raised in Belmont, she was the daughter of the...

Lisa A. Grace, 68

Lisa A. Grace, 68, of Dartmouth, Massachusetts died peacefully at home on Sunday, March 23, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Barbara Whitehead Silva, and mother of Matthew R. Grace. Lisa grew up in Mattapoisett and Clark's Cove in Dartmouth,...

Kathleen A. (O'Leary) Marotta, 80

Kathleen A. (O'Leary) Marotta, 80, of Dartmouth, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025. She was born on January 10, 1945, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, daughter of the late Michael John O'Leary and Claire (Earley) O'Leary...

Gerard A. Carreau, Sr., 86

DARTMOUTH-Gerard A. Carreau, Sr., 86, of So. Dartmouth, formerly of Rochester, died March 13, 2025. Husband of Lorraine O. (Morin). Born in New Bedford. Member of U.S. Coast Guard Reserve. Welder fabricator and engineer at Process Equipment, PX...