On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, Marsha L. Gillette, of Warwick Neck, RI passed away surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy by living life to it’s fullest.  Marsha was born on June 26, 1952 in St. Charles, Mo. to Marshall William and Mary Jean (Schneider) Gillette.  Marsha spent her early childhood in Missouri and moved with her parents and five siblings to Newport, RI where she completed high school at St. Catherine Academy. At an early age, it was...

Debra Johnson, 71, of North Smithfield, RI, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. She died surrounded by her loving family. Deb was born in Providence, RI, in 1952 to Eleanor (Dunner) and Walter Pless. After working for AMICA Insurance company for 22 years, she went back to school and received her RN license from the Community College of Rhode Island in 2006. She worked, caring for seniors as a unit manager, and Director of Nurses at Tockwotton on the...

Ruth (de Andrade, Andrews) Rezendes March 24, 1932- May 28, 2023 Born in Cova Rodela, Brava, Ruth immigrated to the USA in 1956. She married Arthur Andrews in August of 1957. They were married for 32 years and had three children. Eldest was Maureen Ferriera, now deceased. She is survived by Shirley and Erik Ezerins, and her son Arthur Andrews, Jr. Her grandchildren include: Lauren, Maira, Richard, and Elaine Ezerins and Michelle Moore. She has two great grandchildren: Tearney and Aiden...

Gary Evans, 81, beloved Husband, Son, and Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on May 19th, 2023. He entered this world on January 21st, 1942 in Danbury, CT, born to Burton and Jane Evans. He is survived by his wife Maureen Evans; son Eric Evans; daughter Tracy Carbajal; grandchildren Lyndsey, Alaric, Cecilia, Killian, Reuben, Raider; six great grandchildren; sister and brother in law Bob and Lorraine James. Gary served in the marine corps in Vietnam. He worked 20 years in...

Mary Fitzelle-Jones, of Warwick RI, passed away on Wednesday May 17th, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born in Warwick RI, she was the daughter of George T. Fitzelle and Constance P. Fitzelle. Mary Fitzelle-Jones had a lifelong dedication to social justice and social work. Starting right after college, she worked for InFACT, a social and economic justice organization, and Boston Senior Home Care. After completing her Masters of Social Work at the University of Connecticut, she soon...

Paul W. Boffa, Sr.,75, died Monday, May 15, 2023, at Golden Crest Nursing Centre after a long illness. Born in Providence, R.I., he was the son of the late Emilio A. Boffa and Helen (Martin) Boffa. He was the loving husband of Josephine P. Boffa. He is survived by his 3 children Paul W. Boffa Jr., Jacqueline A. Boffa, and David J. Boffa. He was the brother of Ann Licciardi, Paula Boffa-Taylor, and the uncle of David Licciardi, Lauren E. Boffa-Taylor and Alexandra M. (Ally) Boffa-Taylor. He...

Barry Schuman (73) of Providence, RI passed away peacefully on May 13, 2023, after a brief battle with cancer. He was very brave during his illness. Barry was born to Elias Schuman and Ninel (Berkovitch) Schuman on February 10, 1950 in Yonkers, NY. After graduating from Saunders Technical High School in Yonkers he moved to New Haven, CT to attend culinary school at the Culinary Institute of America. In New Haven he met his first wife Esther. They married, moved to Groton, CT and had three...

Thomas Farias, 73, Fall River, died Sunday at Somerset Ridge, Somerset, Massachusetts. Born in Fall River, son of the late Joseph and Adeline (Dutra) Farias, and formerly, husband of Nancy (Olieseira) Farias.   When he was younger, he worked with his father as a contractor becoming a draftsman for many years at Congdon Corp. He designed and built their family home with his beloved son Brian. Tom had a passion for music and became the pioneer of Karaoke in Fall River, Ma. and started...

James Cahill, Jr.  of Wrentham, Massachusetts passed away on April 28, 2023. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.        

In loving memory of Rose L. Rousseau Brunelle, loving daughter of Armand A. Brunelle and Loretta L. St. Pierre. Rose will be remembered for her big heart and firecracker attitude. She was a beautiful soul, an amazing mother, and an even better Mema. Rose's legacy is lived on through her three children, John M. Brunelle, Savannah L. Brunelle, and Alfred E. Cote, Jr as well as six grandchildren Domonic La Laiya, Magnolia, Veronica, David and Enrique. She will be deeply missed by her...