Obituaries Listing

Albertina "Babe" Duarte

Dec 20, 2023

Albertina “Babe” Duarte passed December 20, 2023 at the age of 85. Babe lived in Taunton’s Weir neighborhood most of her life, moving to live with family in Dighton for the last 8 years. She had a wry wit, a talent for making strangers into fast friends, and she will be missed.

Babe grew up on Hood...

Cimodoceia C. Melo

Dec 15, 2023

TAUNTON- Cimodoceia C. Melo, age 97, of Taunton, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023 at CareOne at  New Bedford. She was the devoted wife to the late Manuel S. Melo.

Born in Velas, Sao Jorge, Azores, she was one of four daughters born to the late Jose B. and Maria S. (Brito) Borges. She grew up...

Claudia A. Andrade

Dec 14, 2023

**At the request of Claudia's family, those who attend services are encouraged to wear bright colors, not dark or black attire**

TAUNTON-Claudia A. Andrade, age 75, of Taunton, passed away surrounded by the love, comfort, and care of her dear family on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. She was the...

Alan L. Avellar

Dec 14, 2023

Alan L. Avellar, age 76 of Taunton, passed away on December 14, 2023 at Morton Hospital.

He was the beloved companion of Judith (Mitton) Gallego.

Born in Taunton, he was the son of the late August and Mary (Lima) Avellar and step son of the late Antonio Graca.

Before retiring, Mr. Avellar was...

Irene Badejo

Dec 14, 2023

Irene Badejo, age 95 of Taunton, passed away on December 14, 2023 at Wedgemere Health Care in Taunton.

She was the beloved daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Furtado) Badejo.

A private grave-side service was held in Saint Joseph Cemetery.

For expressions of sympathy, to sign an online guestbook or to light...

Lorraine S. Costa

Dec 13, 2023

TAUNTON- Lorraine S. Costa, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Morton Hospital in Taunton. She was the dear wife to the late Edmund Costa, who passed away in 1996.

Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Wilhemina (Alcorn) Dutra. She grew up in Taunton and was educated in...

Louis A. Melo, Jr.

Dec 13, 2023

Louis A. Melo, Jr., age 34 of Taunton, passed away on December 13, 2023.

Born in Stoughton, Louis was the beloved son of Louis Melo, Sr and Debra M. (Whalley) Melo as well as his step- mother Samira (Pacheco) Melo.

Louis enjoyed bulding bikes, fashion and sneakers.

Besides his parents, he is survived...

Jeanne M. Linhares

Dec 12, 2023

TAUNTON- Jeanne M. Linhares, 84, of Taunton, MA. passed away on December 12, 2023, at Life Care of Raynham after a long battle with respiratory disease.

Jeanne was born January 16,1939 to Jesse M. and Mary (Correia) Linhares in Taunton.

After graduating from St. Mary High School in 1957, Jeanne entered the novitiate of the...

John E. Arruda

Dec 11, 2023

Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend John’s Celebration of Life at La Familia Restaurant, 431 Winthrop St., Taunton, on Friday , August 9, 2024, between the hours of 11:30am-3:00pm.

The event will take place on the second floor of the restaurant, which is handicap accessible if required. Private Burial will be held in Mayflower Hill...

Jayne E. Dyer

Dec 10, 2023

Jayne E. (Taylor) Dyer, age 68 of Taunton, passed away on December 10, 2023 at Morton Hospital.

Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Marjorie (Lounsbury) Taylor.

Before retiring, she worked many places and was always a hard worker. She worked with her sisters and friends for Medeiros Catering for...

Barbara A. (Glennon) Blinn

Dec 9, 2023

Barbara  A. (Glennon) Blinn, passed away on December 9, 2023 at her residence in Taunton with her youngest daughter Deborah by her side.

She was the beloved wife of the late Edward “Chic” Blinn.

Born in Boston, Barbara was the daughter of the late John and Edith (Bradford) Glennon.

Before her retirement, Mrs....

Steven Belmont

Dec 7, 2023

RAYNHAM- Steven Ryan Belmont (Sad Dad), age 40, of Raynham MA, passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at Boston Medical Center in Boston. He was the dear and devoted husband to Michelle Belmont-Archambault. Born in Randolph, he was one of three children born to Robert Belmont and the late Michele (Murray) Belmont. When Steve was young he learned...

Theresa E. "Terri" Witschey

Dec 6, 2023

TAUNTON- Theresa E. "Terri" (Soares) Witschey, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2023, at the age of 84, after living a long and wonderful life.  She was the loving wife of the late Robert (Twitch) Witschey.  They were happily married for 57 years and together for 60 years.

She was predeceased by her parents Eugene F. Soares,...

Carlos E. Rosa

Dec 5, 2023

TAUNTON- Carlos E. Rosa, age 81, of Taunton, passed away in the late evening of Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at his home, surrounded by the love, comfort, and care of his dear family. He was the devoted and adored husband for 53 years to Arlette M. (Tavares) Rosa of Taunton.

Born in Horta, Faial, Azores, Carlos was...

William J. Mcgrann, Jr.

Dec 3, 2023

William J. McGrann, Jr., age 88 of Taunton, passed away on December 3, 2023 at Morton Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Thelma (Perry) McGrann. Born in Boston, MA, William was a son of the late William and Mae (McHugh) McGrann. Before retiring, Mr. McGrann was employed with Catering and Car Sales. William loved Volunteering his time to...

Jessica Marie Faria

Dec 2, 2023

RAYNHAM- Jessica M. (Sartre) Faria, 39, of Raynham, passed away Saturday, December 2, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. She was the beloved wife to David W. Faria, whom she married October 14, 2016.

She was born on July 2, 1984, in Boston. Jess grew up in Raynham, where...

Nancy A. (Souza) Read

Dec 2, 2023

Nancy A. (Souza) Read, age 90 of Taunton, passed away on December 2, 2023 at Regal Care of Taunton.

Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Manuel and Mary (Thomas) Souza.

Before retiring, she was a Manager with Robertson Curtain Factory for many years.

Nancy enjoyed the ocean, travelling, going...

Nancy (Stuart) Souza

Dec 1, 2023

Nancy (Stuart) Souza, age 80 of Raynham, passed away on December 1, 2023 at Morton Hospital.

She was the beloved wife of Ronald Souza.

Nancy was born Taunton, a daughter of the late Eldridge and Elizabeth (Carreaux) Stuart.

Before retiring, Mrs. Souza was employed by the Raynham School Dept as a teacher.

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Veronica (Almeida) Babbitt

Nov 25, 2023

Veronica (Almeida) Babbitt, age 72 of Taunton, passed away on November 25, 2023 at her residence with her loving family by her side.

She was the beloved wife of Kenneth Babbitt, Sr.

Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Laura (Salvador) Almeida.

Before retiring, Mrs. Babbitt was an...

Kris Rodriguez-Frates

Nov 24, 2023

Kris Rodriguez-Frates, age 46 of Taunton, passed away on November 24, 2023 at Morton Hospital. Born and raised in Taunton, she was the daughter of Robin Frates and Ivan Rodriguez. Kris was an intelligent, thoughtful woman with a big heart and amazing sense of humor. She was always considered the life of the party and well-versed and passionate about...