Obituaries Listing

Rose M. Rose

Rose M. Rose

Nov 28, 2025

Rose M. (Motta) Rose, age 88 of Taunton, passed away on November 28, 2025 at her residence with her loving family by her side.

She was the beloved wife of the late Alfred J. Rose.

Born in Raynham, Rose was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Motta.

Before retiring, Mrs. Rose was employed at both FB Rogers and Reed and Barton...

Valentine Pina, Jr.

Valentine Pina, Jr.

Nov 24, 2025

Valentine Pina, Jr., age 73 of Taunton, passed away at Brockton Veterans Medical Center on November 24, 2025.

He was the husband of Cynthia L.A. (Nason) Pina.

Born in Plymouth, MA he was the son of the late Valentine Sr. and Annie (Andrews) Pina.

Val was a proud Vietnam Veteran in the Marine Corps and was a member of the American Legion where...

Idilia Gonsalves

Idilia Gonsalves

Nov 22, 2025

Idilia (Moitoso) Gonsalves, age 81 of Taunton, passed away on November 22, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family and friends at her side.

She was the beloved wife of Carlos Gonsalves.

Born in Fayal, Acores, the daughter of the late Jose and Angelina (Matos) Moitoso.

Before retiring, Mrs. Gonsalves was employed with Taunton Sportswear as a seamstress along with several...

William A. Gallagher

William A. Gallagher

Nov 17, 2025

William Armond "Poppy" Gallagher, a devoted family patriarch and respected member of his community, passed away peacefully at the age of 97, surrounded by loved ones. His life was defined by honor, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to those he cherished.

Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, in 1928 to William F. Gallagher and Antoinette Gallagher (Belise), he was predeceased by his...

Jean A. Gracia

Jean A. Gracia

Nov 17, 2025

Jean A. (Bagnall) Gracia, age 88, of Dighton, passed away on November 17, 2025 at Life Care Center of Raynham surrounded by her family.

Jean was the beloved wife of the late Harold J. Gracia who passed in 2010.

Jean was born on February 1, 1937, in Fall River, the daughter of the late Thomas and Robina (Sinclair) Bagnall. She grew up...

Carol Bourque

Carol Bourque

Nov 12, 2025

Carol Bourque of West Wareham, MA, passed away on November 12, 2025 at the age of 85.

She was born to the late James and Alice Bourque of Taunton, MA. Carol graduated from Taunton High School and went on to have a successful career as a Psychiatric Nurse in local communities until her retirement. Always the life of the party, she...

Joseph Morey, Jr.

Joseph Morey, Jr.

Nov 12, 2025

Joseph J. Morey, Jr., age 86 of Taunton, passed away at Morton Hospital on November 12, 2025.

He was the husband of Barbara (Demoura) Morey.

Born in Brockton, MA Joseph was the son of the late Joseph Sr., and Emma Morey.

He was a graduate of Brockton High School.

Before retiring, he was employed as a technician for New England Telephone Company for many...

Antonio Festa

Antonio Festa

Nov 11, 2025

Antonio V. Festa, 68, of Taunton, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, surrounded by loved ones after several years of declining health. 

Born in Faial da Terra, São Miguel, Portugal, he proudly served in the Portuguese Army before immigrating to the United States in the 1980s.

A former farmer in Portugal, Antonio loved his pets, gardening, tending his grapevines, and making...

Donna M. Dias

Donna M. Dias

Nov 7, 2025

Donna M. Dias, age 67 of Taunton, passed away at her residence on November 7, 2025.

Born in Brookline, MA Donna was the beloved daughter of the late John and Georgina (Santos) Dias.

Before retiring, Donna was employed with Liberty Mutual as a supervisor since 1983. She enjoyed listening to music, travelling, playing board games, singing karaoke, helping others, spending time with...

Mary A. O'Neil

Mary A. O'Neil

Nov 6, 2025

Mary A. O’Neil, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away at Morton Hospital, on November 6, 2025, at the age of 100.

She was the wife of the late Joseph H. O’Neil.

Born in Newton, Ma, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Mary (Daly) Curtis.

Mary was a loving mom and enjoyed being with family and friends. She looked...

Mitchell S. Henault

Mitchell S. Henault

Nov 5, 2025

Mitchell Scott Henault, age 68 of East Taunton, passed away on November 5, 2025 at Massachusetts General Hospital with his loving family by his side.

He was the beloved husband of Laurie (Christoun) Henault.

Mitchel was born in Taunton, the son of the late Louis R. and Jane (Parker) Henault.

Before his illness, Mitchel was a self -employed carpenter/ general contractor who held...

Thomas C. Aponte

Thomas C. Aponte

Nov 3, 2025

Thomas C. Aponte, age 43 of Taunton, passed away on November 3, 2025 at Morton Hospital from complications of diabetes.

He was the fiance of Katherine Bevis.

Born Taunton, he was the son of Edward and Catherine Aponte.

Besides his loving parents and fiance Katherine, Thomas is survived by his children; Josiah Aponte, Ayden Aponte, Isabella Aponte, siblings; Edward Aponte, Herbert Aponte, Melanie...

Shirley A. Knell

Shirley A. Knell

Nov 1, 2025

Shirley A. (Gouveia) Knell, age 80, passed away on November 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

She was the wife of the late Thomas W. Knell.

Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Clara (Cambra) Gouveia.

Shirley Knell was an amazing woman. She was kind, loving but not afraid to tell you the real truth if necessary....

Lori J. Arcikowski

Lori J. Arcikowski

Oct 29, 2025

Lori J. Arcikowski, 61, of Taunton and Jupiter FL, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025 at Jupiter Medical Center in Jupiter, FL.

She was born in Taunton, daughter of the late Richard Arcikowski and late Nancy Arcikowski, and stepdaughter of Sandra Arcikowski of Seattle, WA.

She is survived by her sisters, Lynn Dupont and husband Louis of Naples, FL, Lisa Arcikowski...

Lorraine Rose Correia

Lorraine Rose Correia

Oct 29, 2025

Lorraine Rose (Paige) Correia was a woman whose heart overflowed with love—for her family, her friends, and her Catholic faith. After a long illness, she was called home to God on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at the age of 90.

Born in Taunton, Massachusetts, to Manuel and Jacinta Paige, Lorraine or “Tootsie” as she was lovingly referred to, grew up surrounded...

Gayle E. Lydon

Gayle E. Lydon

Oct 29, 2025

Gayle Elizabeth Lydon (O’Reilly), 65, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Weymouth, Massachusetts, on June 17, 1960, Gayle was the daughter of the late William F. O’Reilly and Gloria O’Reilly (Peachy). 

She grew up in a home filled with love alongside her two brothers, Brian O’Reilly and the late Jeffrey O’Reilly. Gayle lived a...

Wayne F. Dumenigo

Wayne F. Dumenigo

Oct 26, 2025

Wayne F. Dumenigo, age 78 of Dighton, passed away on October 26, 2025 at Morton Hospital.

He was the longtime companion of Holly A. Hathaway.

Born in Middletown, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Alice (Ferreira) Dumenigo.

He was a devoted father, grandfather, partner, and friend whose generosity, warmth, and kindness will be remembered forever.

A proud veteran, Wayne honorably...

David J. Woods

David J. Woods

Oct 25, 2025

David J. Woods, Sr. age 77 of Dighton, passed away at his residence on October 25, 2025 with his loving family by his side.

Born in Cumberland, RI, the son of the late John and Florence Alice (Meehan) Woods.

David was the owner of Woods Tax & Accounting Services, which successfully operated since 1978.

David was a man who truly knew how to...

Debra Davidson

Debra Davidson

Oct 23, 2025

Debra Davidson, age 69 of East Taunton, passed on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at Morton Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Stoughton she was the daughter of the late William and Joan ( McCarthy) Davidson.

Debra enjoyed hiking, going to the beach, glamping and spending time with family.

She is survived by her siblings; William Davidson of Lakeville, Lynne Ducharme of...

Pauline Ashley

Pauline Ashley

Oct 21, 2025

Pauline (Medeiros) Ashley, age 87 of Lakeville, passed away on October 21, 2025 at Morton Hospital.

She was the wife of the late Thomas M. Ashley.

Born in Fall River, Pauline was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Teixeira) Medeiros.

Before retiring, Mrs. Ashley was employed with the Town of Lakeville as a secretary.

She enjoyed knitting, watching Jerry Springer, she enjoyed...