Obituaries Listing

Nancy A. Ryan

Nancy A. Ryan

Jun 11, 2023

Nancy A. (Westcoat) Ryan, age 68 of Taunton, passed away on June 11, 2023 at her home.

Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of Barbara (Nolet) Westcoat and the late Chief David Westcoat.

Nancy worked for many years at numerous restaurant services.

She enjoyed sewing, making floral arrangements and riding her motorcycle....

Joseph W. Yodsnukis

Joseph W. Yodsnukis

Jun 10, 2023

Joseph W. Yodsnukis, age70 of Taunton, passed away unexpectedly on June 10, 2023 at his residence. Joe was born in Taunton, the son of the late Joseph and Alice (Vieira) Yodsnukis. Before retiring, Joe was employed with the Department of Developmental Services. Joe truly cherished his time as a caregiver for over 32 years where he affected many people’s...

Rose Bernardo

Rose Bernardo

Jun 8, 2023

RAYNHAM- Rose (Soares) Bernardo, age 93, quietly passed away at her home after a short illness on Thursday, June 8, 2023. She was the wife of the late Anibal “Nebbs” Bernardo. She was the daughter of the late Domingo and Palmira (Vaz) Soares. She is survived by her daughter and caregiver: Donna M. (Bernardo) Leal and her husband Francisco...

Joseph C. Roster

Joseph C. Roster

Jun 8, 2023

Joseph C. Roster, 89, of Taunton, passed away on Thursday, June 8th, 2023.

Born in Taunton, he was a son of the late Joseph C. and Isabelle (Bohen) Roster.

A Korean War Veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he worked as a custodian for Canton Public Schools. An avid reader of military history, Joseph was...

Lorraine Almeida

Lorraine Almeida

Jun 7, 2023

Lorraine (Medas) Almeida, 93, of Taunton, MA passed away at her home on June 7, 2023. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank "Coach" Almeida to whom she was married for 67 years. Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Irene (Bombardier) Medas. She was the sister of Eddie Medas and the...

Ernesto F. Dinis

Ernesto F. Dinis

Jun 7, 2023

Ernesto F. Dinis, age 91 of North Dighton, passed away on June 7, 2023 at Sachem Nursing Home.

He was the beloved husband of Maria (Reis) Dinis.

Born in Sao Miguel, Acores, he was the son of the late Ernesto and Ines (Ferreira) Dinis.

Mr. Dinis came to the United States in August...

Francis H. Rose

Francis H. Rose

Jun 4, 2023

Francis H. Rose, age 99 of North Dighton, a proud Navy Veteran of WWII, passed away on June 4, 2023 at Marian Manor.

He was the beloved husband of the late Helen E. (Coelho) Rose.

Francis was born in Taunton, the son of the late Manuel and Mary (Rose) Rose.

Francis served his...

Margaret (Goulet)  Mello

Margaret (Goulet) Mello

Jun 2, 2023

Margaret (Goulet) Mello, age 75 of Vero Beach FL and formerly of Taunton, passed away on June 2, 2023 at the Cleveland Clinic in Vero Beach with her loving husband, son and daughter in law by her side.

She was the beloved wife of Henry Mello.

Margaret was born in Fall River, the daughter of...

Keri L. Machado

Keri L. Machado

May 29, 2023

Keri L. (Correia) Machado, age 38 of Taunton, passed away on May 29, 2023 at Morton Hospital.

Born in Attleboro, she was the daughter of Joseph P. Machado and Dawn (O’Connell) Currie.

She was the wife of David Correia.

Besides her husband David and parents Joseph and Dawn, she is survived by her...

Ramon Rodriguez, Sr.

Ramon Rodriguez, Sr.

May 29, 2023

Ramon (Nocho) Rodriguez Sr. age 93 of Taunton, peacefully passed away on May 29, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his loving wife and family. Born in Manatí, Puerto Rico. Ramon was the son of the late Emilio and Georgina (Torres) Rodriguez. Ramon was the true meaning of a “Jibaro”, working in the fields of his homeland of Puerto...

Keith F. Medas, Sr.

Keith F. Medas, Sr.

May 26, 2023

TAUNTON- Keith F. Medas, Sr., 63, of Taunton, passed away suddenly on Friday, May 26, 2023, at his home in Taunton, surrounded by loving family. He was the adoring husband for 36 years to the love of his life, Maria Calise-Medas.

Born in Taunton, Keith was one of two twin boys in a family of four children...

Robert A. Baptista

Robert A. Baptista

May 20, 2023

Robert Baptista, age 69, passed away on May 20, 2023 at Morton Hospital.

He was the beloved husband of Sharon (Mendoza) Baptista

Born in Taunton, Robert was the son of the late Alfred and Edith (Pine) Baptista, Sr.

Before retiring, Mr. Baptista was employed with ICF as a Child Welfare Specialist for 14...

George & Theresa Simcock

George & Theresa Simcock

May 19, 2023

George Earl Simcock, age 91, passed away on February 5, 2020 and his beloved wife Theresa (Morriss) Simcock age 93, passed away on May 19, 2023 both in the comfort of their home with loving family members by their side. They were married for over 66 years at the time of George’s passing. George was born in Swansea, a...

Samuel L. Council

Samuel L. Council

May 18, 2023

Samuel L. Council, age 78 of taunton, passed away at the Boston Medical Center on may 19, 2023.

He was the beloved companion of Charleen Horta.

Born in Durham, NC the son of the late William and Lottie (Weldon) Council.

Mr. Council served with the Airforce during Vietnam as a Sgt.

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Isabel (Macedo)  Lakin

Isabel (Macedo) Lakin

May 18, 2023

Isabel (Macedo) Lakin, age 88 of Taunton, passed away on May 18, 2023 at Marian Manor.

She was the beloved wife of the late James R. Lakin, Jr.

Isabel was born in East Providence, RI, the daughter of the late Joseph and Lucy (Bannon) Macedo.

She is survived by her two step sons:...

Carlos M. Carmona, Sr.

Carlos M. Carmona, Sr.

May 15, 2023

Carlos M. Carmona, Sr, age 50 of Fall River, passed away at his residence on May 15, 2023.

Born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico the son of Ulises and Nilsa (Quinones) Saldana.

Carlos enjoyed movies, music, cars, food (specifically Chinese) and most importantly, quality time with family and friends.

Besides his beloved parents,...

Mary (Dacey)  Vernaglia

Mary (Dacey) Vernaglia

May 14, 2023

Mary (Dacey) Vernaglia, age 88 of Bridgewater, passed away on May 14, 2023 at Good Samaritan Hospital.

She was the beloved wife of the late Rudolph Vernaglia.

Born in Boston, Mary was the daughter of the late Walter and Kathleen (Eustace) Dacey.

Before retiring, Mrs. Vernaglia was a Registered Nurse for many years....

Pedro A. Silva

Pedro A. Silva

May 11, 2023

TAUNTON- Pedro Silva, 84, of Taunton, passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Morton Hospital in Taunton. He was the beloved husband for nearly 60 years to Maria L. (Oliveira) Silva of Taunton.

Born in Sao Miguel, Azores, Pedro was one of three sons born to the late Jose and Maria Da Silva. In 1976 he...

John J. Barry

John J. Barry

May 8, 2023

John J. Barry, age 77 of Taunton, passed away on May 8, 2023 at the Veterans Medical Center in Providence.

He was the beloved husband of Theresa (Coelho) Barry.

Born in Boston, John was the son of the late John and Catherine (Abrams) Barry.

Mr. Barry was employed with Acosta Marketing. He audited...

Michael A. Kosharek

Michael A. Kosharek

May 5, 2023

EAST TAUNTON- Michael Andrew Kosharek, 65, of East Taunton, passed away peacefully, on Friday, May 5, 2023, surrounded by the love, comfort, and care of his dear family, at his home, after a valiant and courageous 7-year battle with cancer. He was the dear husband to the love of his life, Mary C. (Rappley) Kosharek, whom he married on...