Obituaries

Dec 1, 2023

Linda J. Sweet, 79 of Charlestown, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, December 1st. She was born in South Kingstown, RI where she grew up by the water before meeting her loving husband of 59 years, John Sweet.

Linda worked at the University of Rhode Island for 23 years. She had a...

Nov 30, 2023

James Whyte Bowers of South Kingstown R.I. passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 30th.

He was 87 years old. Born in Boston, he was the son of Hazel Whyte Bowers and Frederick Edmund Bowers of Marblehead Massachusetts.

Jim graduated in 1954 from St. Paul's School in Concord N.H. and Williams College Class of...

Nov 28, 2023

Dr. Donna L. Gilton, 73, of Wakefield, left her earthly body and joined her heavenly Father on Tuesday, November 28, 2023. Donna was born on July 9, 1950 in Lynn, MA. She was the only daughter of the late Rev. Charles W. Gilton, Sr. and Hattie (Franklin) Gilton. She was preceded in death by both parents and one brother,...

Nov 27, 2023

Gregory DiMartino passed away on November 27, 2023 in Providence, RI. Born on April 23, 1945, he was the son of Mary Dulleba DiMartino and Alexander DiMartino. He is survived by a sister Mia McKee of Naples, Fl and sons Brian DiMartino of Erving, Ma and Jay DiMartino of Greenville, SC. Also surviving are grandchildren Annabella DiMartino, Cecelia DiMartino...

Nov 25, 2023

Christine A. Beck, age 59, passed away peacefully on November 25,2023. Born in Pawtucket she was the daughter of Rt. Lt. James T. Beck, RISP and former Town Clerk the late Mary M. (Ronan) Beck.

Christine was a 1982 graduate of Narragansett High School, and Ocean State Business school. Christine was employed by the Town...

Nov 25, 2023

Joyce Marie Marchek Shoop, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2023, in Providence, RI. She was born October 4, 1935 in Cicero, Illinois. Joyce was the daughter of the late Lillian (Laube) and George Marchek and the devoted mother of John T. Shoop, of Mercer Island, Washington and Michael C. Shoop (Kimberly Laughlin) of Fresno, California. She was the...

Nov 25, 2023

John Joseph Gilgun (86) passed away on November 25, 2023. Born in South Kingstown, September 27, 1937, he was the son of James and Rose (Costanza) Gilgun.

John relocated to Central Falls in 1970 and later Pawtucket. John attended Our Lady of Providence Preparatory High School - transferred to and graduated from South Kingstown High...

Nov 23, 2023

Kimberly Ann Frisella (Doran), 53, of Narragansett, RI passed away Thursday, November 23rd, 2023. She was the beloved mother of Ryan Frisella and Jordan Frisella, and former wife of Frank A. Frisella. Born and raised in South Kingstown, RI, Kim was the daughter of Douglas Doran and Roberta Winter.

Kim grew up in South Kingstown...

Nov 19, 2023

Sonia Stewart,79, of Narragansett passed away on November 19, 2023, with her loving husband by her side. Sonia was the beloved wife of Daniel Stewart for 43 years.

Sonia worked as a cook at the University of Rhode Island for 8 years. She enjoyed collecting carousel’s and chihuahua figurines. Sonia was a wonderful woman who...

Nov 19, 2023

Charles Norbert Botka Sr, 93, born on September 6th, 1930, of Botka Drive in Charlestown, passed away from a broken heart after losing the love of his life, Alwilda “Allie” Botka, with whom he shared 70 years of marriage. Allie passed on October 26th, 2023, and Charles followed just 24 days later, peacefully surrounded by his devoted son, Charles...

Nov 18, 2023

Katherine T. Coleman, 63, of Cranston RI and more recently West Boylston MA, passed away Saturday, November 18th. Born in Worcester MA to her loving parents the late Dr. Joseph and Marjorie (Tanner) Coleman.

Kathy was a graduate of Cranston High School West and Central Connecticut State University. She had a career in varying retail...

Nov 18, 2023

William J. Camille, Sr. of Wrentham, MA passed away surrounded by his family on November 18, 2023, after a brief illness. He was born in East Providence to Joseph F. Camille and Theresa Coelho and after their passing, was raised by his uncle and aunt, William and Florence Oliveira. He was married to Patricia (McSally) Camille for 58 years...

Nov 17, 2023

Joanne “Jody” (DiSarro) O’Donnell 63, of South Kingstown, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 17, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Scott O’Donnell for 30 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of Eugene DiSarro Sr. and the late Roberta “Robbi” (Lunardelli) DiSarro.

Jody was known for her love...

Nov 15, 2023

Larry K. Blair, 78, of Narragansett passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born in Cherryvale, Kansas, he was the son of the late James and Opal (Knoles) Blair. He was the beloved husband of Judith (Vandall) Blair for 58 years.

Larry served in the Navy from 1963 to 1967 and...

Nov 14, 2023

Betty J McCabe, commonly known as B by all who knew and loved her, 90, of Charlestown, RI, died peacefully at home on November 14, 2023. Sadly, she is predeceased by her daughter, Holly Manchester, of Exeter RI, who died earlier this year, and her husband Tom, died 2009. She is survived by Alison McCabe and her husband Peter...

Nov 12, 2023

Maryanne Weinreich, 64, of Wakefield passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023. Born in Wakefield, she was the daughter of the late Wilfred ”Porky” Weinreich and Janet (Gavitt) Weinreich.

Mary was an avid Red Sox fan. She loved the ocean, especially spending time at the sea wall. Mary enjoyed reading, doing puzzles, and watching cooking...

Nov 8, 2023

Robert Frank Kimball (“Bob”) passed away after a short battle with cancer of the kidney on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. Born on January 9th, 1933, he was the only child of the late Frank Viall Kimball and Margaret (Marcroft) Kimball. Bob lived in Wakefield since 1961.

Bob grew up in the Greenwood section of Warwick...

Nov 2, 2023

Donna Webb-Pierson passed away on November 2, 2023, after courageously experiencing a long illness. She was the beloved wife and best friend of Michael Pierson, and loving mother to her cherished son, Nicholas Pierson.

Besides her husband and son, Donna is survived by her deeply loved siblings, Janice Webb, Michael Webb (Meg Murphy), David Webb,...

Nov 2, 2023

Beverly Eileen (Treuer) Hunt passed peacefully surrounded by her family on November 2, 2023 at the age of 93. She was the beloved and cherished wife of 69 years to her late husband Harry L. Hunt. She was the daughter of the late Charles P. Treuer and Florence C. Boldt.

Beverly was born in South...

Nov 1, 2023

RoseMarie Sidoti (D’Eletto), 87, of Narragansett, RI died peacefully on November 1, 2023 at her home and surrounded by family after a 5 month battle with leukemia. She was the loving and devoted spouse of Eugene J. (Gene) Sidoti, M.D. for 63 years.

RoseMarie was born in the Bronx NY on January 9, 1936 to...