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Lorraine E. Morgera

Lorraine E. Morgera

Jul 8, 2026

Lorraine E. (Brown) Morgera, 83, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, with her loving family at her side. A daughter of the late George R. and Gertrude M. (St. Martin) Brown and the beloved wife of Joseph Morgera, Lorraine was a longtime resident of Wakefield, RI.

Lorraine worked as a secretary for many years at several different parishes in the...

Ruth M. Gardiner

Ruth M. Gardiner

Jul 6, 2026

Ruth M. Gardiner, 97, of Charlestown, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026 at home. Born in Exeter, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Rowland and Margaret (Ferguson) Babbitt.

She is survived by her two daughters, Margaret Cole and Donna Heeks, and thirteen grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Ruth was the mother of the late Edward S....

James "Jim" M. Paterson

James "Jim" M. Paterson

Jul 4, 2026

James "Jim" M. Paterson, 71, of North Kingstown, passed away unexpectedly on July 4, 2026, at his residence. He was the beloved husband of Jo Ann (Howell) Paterson, with whom he shared 26 years of marriage and many treasured memories.

Jim was a hardworking commercial fisherman whose life was deeply connected to the water. A graduate of South Kingstown High...

Ernest J. Willett

Ernest J. Willett

Jul 1, 2026

Ernest J. Willett Sr., 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 1st leaving behind a legacy of hard work, music, adventure, and unwavering devotion to his family.

Born in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, on January 8, 1933, Ernie was the son of the late Ernest and Eleanor (Stroud) Willett. A lifelong Rhode Island resident, he dedicated nearly 40 years of...

John Allen Hay

John Allen Hay

Jun 28, 2026

John Allen Hay, 85, of West Kingston, RI, passed peacefully on Sunday, June 28, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Robert Matthew and Beatrice Pearl (Spink) Hay. A devoted husband, proud father, cherished grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was predeceased by his loving wife Victoria Alice (Ferbert) and his oldest daughter Elizabeth Viola White (Arthur...

Judith M. Silva

Judith M. Silva

Jun 26, 2026

Rev. Dr. Judith M. Silva, 66, of Carolina, Puerto Rico, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026, in Philadelphia. Born and raised in Providence, RI, she was a daughter of the late John N. Silva and Joyce S. (Bourne) Silva.

After graduating from Classical High in Providence, Judith received her seminary training at Yale Divinity School and Union Theological's Blanton...

Chad M. Jackson

Chad M. Jackson

Jun 26, 2026

Chad M. Jackson, 49, of Green Hill, RI, passed away unexpectedly at home on June 26, 2026. He will forever be the beloved husband of Dee Bitgood-Jackson. Chad was the son of Cathy Jackson and the late Donnie Jackson and was a lifelong resident of South Kingstown, RI and a graduate of South Kingstown High School.

At a very young age,...

Irene Chalupa

Irene Chalupa

Jun 23, 2026

Irene Vari Chalupa, 79, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Born on March 10, 1947, in Tótszentmárton, Hungary, Irene was the oldest of four daughters born to Istvan and Maria Vari. Her childhood was shaped by extraordinary circumstances. After her family fled Hungary, they spent time in refugee camps throughout Europe before settling temporarily in...

Joyce B. Silva

Joyce B. Silva

Jun 22, 2026

Joyce B. Silva, 94, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026. She was the loving wife of 64 years to the late John N. Silva. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Philip and Harriet (Cheats) Bourne.

Joyce worked at South County Cardiology for many years before retiring at the age of 75. She enjoyed crocheting, often...

Joan M. Briggs

Joan M. Briggs

Jun 22, 2026

Joan Marie Briggs, 84, of Exeter, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026 at South County Hospital. She was the daughter of the late William H. Howard, Jr. and Marie E. (LaFreniere) Bishop.

Joan worked for many years as a bus driver and at Allie's Donuts. She later retired from the Ladd Center and also tended bar at the Old...

Paul T. Kueker

Paul T. Kueker

Jun 20, 2026

Paul Tyson Kueker, 51, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday June 20th.

Paul was a kind soul who always had a smile and a hug for everyone he met. A loving son, brother, husband, father, uncle, and friend. Paul was a lover of music, art, cooking, family, and friends. He lived life with warmth, laughter and a generous spirit. Paul's home...

Catherine Calore

Catherine Calore

Jun 17, 2026

Catherine was known for her warm spirit, kind heart, and unwavering dedication to her children and family. Anyone who knew her witnessed true grace, humility, forgiveness, and compassion. She grew up in Barrington, RI, but lived in Southern RI most of her adult life. She was a beacon in her community and was often considered a bonus mom, sister, and...

Robert Ray Doliber

Robert Ray Doliber

Jun 15, 2026

Robert "Bob" R. Doliber, 91, of Narragansett, passed away peacefully on Monday June 15th. Born in South Kingstown to his loving parents, the late Ray and Genevieve (Rose) Doliber. He was the devoted husband to the love of his life Elaine (Muncey) Doliber for 69 years. 

 

Bob was raised in the fishing community of Pt Judith and followed in his father's foot...

Eileen C. Lindeman

Eileen C. Lindeman

Jun 15, 2026

The Reverend Eileen C. Lindeman, a retired Episcopal priest, died peacefully on June 15, 2026, after several years of decline, held close by family near and far. She was 72.

Eileen was, above all, a woman of insatiable curiosity and deep faith. From childhood, she was a voracious reader, a violinist, and a high-jumper, approaching every corner of life with energy...

Linda Louise Fry

Linda Louise Fry

Jun 12, 2026

Linda L. Fry, 79, of Wakefield, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026 at the Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center of Rhode Island. She was the wife of the late Orrin Fry. Born and raised in South Kingstown, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Edith (Nichols) Cook.

Linda worked for many years as a school bus monitor...

Lillian E. Weeden

Lillian E. Weeden

Jun 10, 2026

Lillian E. Weeden (Perry) 97 of Charlestown, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Born in Westerly, RI on March 4, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Authur Perry and Celia (Young) Whitford. She was the beloved wife of the late George Weeden Jr. Lillian was employed for many years with the State of Rhode Island at...

Corine May Sekator

Corine May Sekator

Jun 7, 2026

Corine M. Sekator, 94 of West Kingston, RI passed away peacefully Sunday, June 7, 2026 at South County Hospital. Corine was a royal member of the Narragansett Indian Tribe. She was the wife of the late Mervin Sekator. Born in South Kingstown, she was a daughter of the late James W. And Carrie F. (Reels) Fayerweather and was a Life-Long...

Robert Lionel Theroux

Robert Lionel Theroux

Jun 7, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert Lionel Théroux, 91, who left us peacefully on Sunday, June 7, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Robert, known to many as "Bob," was a devoted husband, father, Papa, and friend whose warmth and generous spirit touched countless lives.

Born in Plainfield, Connecticut, on June 22, 1934, he...

Easton James Schroeder

Easton James Schroeder

Jun 4, 2026

Easton J. Schroeder, 18, of South Kingstown, RI, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 4, 2026. He was born in South Kingstown, RI on October 27, 2007. He was the beloved son of Lennon J. and Jennifer (Gleason) Schroeder, and brother of Lennon K. Schroeder. He leaves behind his maternal grandparents, Gerry and Judy Gleason of Charlestown, RI, paternal grandparents,...

Agnes Connery

Agnes Connery

Jun 3, 2026

Agnes (Magarian) Connery, 96, of Narragansett, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Born to the late John and Katherine (Chakoian) Magarian, Agnes was the beloved wife of the late Richard J. Connery and a longtime resident of Narragansett.

Agnes found great joy in cooking and took special pleasure in sharing meals with family...

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