All Obituaries

Jean Marie Saccone (referred to as “Goggie” by her grandchildren) passed away in her home on Sunday, March 10, 2024 at the age of 87. Born in Providence RI, Jean was the daughter of the late John and Mildred (Medbery) O’Brien, and sister to the late Russell O’Brien. She was married to her late husband Ron for almost 62 years, with whom she had three children. She leaves her daughters: Susan Saccone-Sullivan and her husband, Mark, of Falmouth MA; Lori Barao and her...

Robert Hilton Fraser, 90, of Seekonk, MA passed away peacefully on April 23, 2024, at Roger Williams Hospital, a few days past his April 19 birthday. Robert was predeceased by his beloved and beautiful wife, Joanna L. (Amaral) Fraser with whom he shared over sixty years of loving marriage, the sort reserved for a very lucky few. He was the son of the late Howard R. and Freda (Seidel) Fraser, Sr., and a caring brother to the late Alan Fraser, Howard R. Fraser, Jr., and Ruth Theroux. His...

East Providence - Anna S. (Martinelli) Sepe, known affectionately as Anna by all who cherished her, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2024, at the Evergreen Nursing Center in East Providence, Rhode Island. Born on September 30, 1935, in Providence, Anna was a beacon of light and love throughout her 88 years. Anna was the beloved wife of the late Oscar Sepe, Jr., and the cherished daughter of the late Angelo and Anna (Lombardo) Martinelli. She was the devoted mother of Dino Sepe and his...

*In Loving Memory of Jean C. Maxwell** February 9, 1930 - March 13, 2024   It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Jean C. Maxwell, at the age of 94. She departed peacefully on March 13, 2024.   Born on February 9, 1930, in Norwalk, Connecticut, Jean grew up in New England, where she embraced the values of family, community, and resilience. She was a devoted mother to her five children and a loving grandmother to her 17...

Pawtucket - Kenneth M. McKenna, 69, known affectionately to friends and family as Ken, passed away peacefully at his home in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Born on June 28, 1954, in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, Ken's life was characterized by his loving nature, his humorous spirit, and his thoughtful approach to the world around him. Ken was a cherished husband to Ida Macedo (Cabral) McKenna, with whom he shared countless moments of joy and companionship. He was a...

East Providence - Edith May(Marques) Reposa,  passed away peacefully at her home in East Providence on Tuesday ,April 16, 2024, at the age of 90. Born on December 30, 1933, in Worcester, MA, Edith was the beloved wife of the late Charles A. Reposa, Sr., and the cherished daughter of the late John and Lena Bertha (Chenette) Marques. Edith, lovingly known as a kind and thoughtful soul, dedicated her life to her family and community. She was a devoted mother to Charles A. Reposa, Jr. and...

Patricia Braddock, 78 Patricia “Pat” Braddock (Vaillancourt), a long-time resident of Rehoboth, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2024. Pat was born on the Canadian border in Frenchville, ME, the youngest of five siblings and the daughter of the late Patrick and Winifred (Roy) Vaillancourt. Her family relocated to East Providence, RI when she was a young child and she attended East Providence High School and Rhode Island College. She and her siblings (Gladys,...

Antonio Furtado Silva, age 100, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024, at the Evergreen Nursing Home in East Providence, Rhode Island. Antonio, a cherished patriarch, was born on March 23, 1924, in Pico, Azores, to his late parents Eduardo and Maria Aurora (Lopes) da Silva. He was the loving husband of the late Helena (Costa) Silva, and together they shared a life full of joy and devotion. Antonio, affectionately known as a man of faith and family, is survived by his children: Eduardo...

Barbara J. (Sears) Barboza, 86, known affectionately as Barbara to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at the St. Antoine Residence in North Smithfield, RI. Born on February 4, 1938, in Providence, RI, Barbara's life was marked by her loving nature, kind spirit, and adventurous soul. Barbara's journey began as a bright light in Providence, where she grew up surrounded by her caring family. She was the beloved wife of the late Ernest J....

Pawtucket - Cipriano Sousa Pavao,78, of Pawtucket, known affectionately as Cipriano to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2024, at Miriam Hospital. Born on February 18, 1946, in Sao Miguel, he was a cherished son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. His life was a testament to his loving, kind, and generous spirit, which touched the lives of all who knew him. Cipriano was the beloved husband of Maria S. (Ferreira) Pavao, with whom he shared a beautiful...