John J. O'Brien
Mar 29, 2026
PAWTUCKET - John “Jack” Joseph O’Brien, 94, passed away on Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026, peacefully surrounded by his loving family, most notably, Carol A. (Page) O’Brien, his beloved wife of over 73 years.
Born in Pawtucket, RI, he was the only child and son of the late John F. and Bertha R. (Hodkinson) O’Brien. Jack and Carol, a couple who...
George Haseotes
Mar 18, 2026
George Haseotes, 94, Devoted and Beloved Family Man who Helped Build Cumberland Farms Retail and Service Station Empire
Composed by George K. Regan Jr. (NY Times)
For George Haseotes, a member of one of America's great entrepreneurial families, success was born of hard work, but passing along his wisdom to the people he loved was easy.
Like the summer he met with one...
Cara C. Laffey
Mar 18, 2026
Pawtucket - Cara Catherine Laffey, 44, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Born in Providence, she was the beloved daughter of Janet K. Laffey of Pawtucket and the late Robert M. Laffey.
Cara graduated from Tolman High School and went on to become a dedicated member of Gateways to Change in Cranston. Blessed with a fun-loving personality, Cara enjoyed listening...
Linda R. Guest
Mar 17, 2026
It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Ruth (Gerlach) Guest, of North Providence, RI, who passed away peacefully, surrounded by her greatest love, her family, on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the age of 80 after a very brief illness.
Linda was predeceased by her parents, Barbara I. Bense, Ralph Gerlach and her sister,...
Michael S. Krzywonos
Mar 15, 2026
Pawtucket - Michael S. Krzywonos, 70, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Sunday Morning, March 15, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Patricia A. (Duffy) Krzywonos for nearly forty loving years. Born in Pawtucket, Michael was a son of the late Matthew and Anita (Ringuette) Krzywonos.
Mike graduated from North Attleborough High School in 1974...
Joyce E. Sears
Mar 15, 2026
Rumford – Joyce E. (Cunha) Sears, 78, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Born in Pawtucket, she was a daughter of the late John C. and Rita E. (Burns) Cunha.
Joyce worked for many years as a chef and baker at the former Ro-Jack’s Grocery store until its closing several years ago. She also served for many years as chairman...
Joseph John Gamba
Mar 14, 2026
Joseph John Gamba, 73, of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 14, 2026, with his beloved wife by his side.
Born May 22, 1952, he was a son of the late Louis “Luigi” and Ebe (Taddei) Gamba. Joe was known throughout his life for his vibrant personality, sense of humor, and deep love for family, friends, music, and...
Charles Francis Lapierre
Mar 13, 2026
Warwick, RI - Charles Francis Lapierre, 89, formally of South Attleboro MA, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026. He was the loving husband of the late Claire L. (Lafrenaye) Lapierre for nearly sixty years. Born in Pawtucket RI on March 18,1936, he was the son of the late Charles W. and Eva (Leonard) Lapierre.
Charlie served in the United States...
Thomas A. Lawson
Mar 7, 2026
Barrington - Thomas A. Lawson, 69, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Cathy M. (Smith) Lawson for forty-three loving years, together they would have celebrated forty-four years this August. Born in Danville, Illinois, he was the son of the late John C., Jr. and Joan L. (Risser) Lawson.
Tom was a graduate of Illinois...
Michael C. Traynor
Mar 5, 2026
Until we meet again – may God hold you in the palm of his hand.
On March 5, 2026, Michael C. Traynor went to Heaven. For him, we can only assume it looked a lot like his favorite days on Earth – surrounded by good food, good drink, by beloved family and friends, and a head seat at the table to...
Lillian T. Eichholz
Mar 4, 2026
Coventry - Lillian Therese (Lagor) Eichholz, 97, formerly of Pawtucket, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of Arthur Christian Eichholz for 73 years. Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late William W. and Philomena (Pyne) Lagor.
After raising her six children Lillian worked as the Program Director...
Claire Marie Grenier
Feb 27, 2026
Attleboro, MA – Claire Marie Grenier, 87, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026. Born in Central Falls, RI, she was the daughter of the late William “Willie” Ledoux and Pauline O. (Nault) Ledoux. She was the wife of the late John J. Grenier.
Claire was a dedicated homemaker and first resided in Pawtucket before moving to Pennsylvania where she lived...
Robert J. Machado
Feb 27, 2026
Pawtucket – Robert J. Machado, 80, passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Friday, February 27, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend whose steady presence and strength touched all who knew him.
Robert shared 50 beautiful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Shirley A. (Davis) Machado. Together they built a life...
Thomas A. Barber, Jr.
Feb 25, 2026
Pawtucket - Thomas A. Barber, Jr., 78, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, after a long illness. He was the beloved husband of Susan T. (LaCroix) Barber for forty-five years. A lifelong resident of Pawtucket, he was a son of the late Thomas A., Sr. and Mary (Madden) Barber.
A mechanical engineer, machinist, and proprietor of TAB Enterprises and Tabco...
Ronald J. Campanelli
Feb 17, 2026
Seekonk – Ronald J. Campanelli, 74, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Susan M. (McGrath) Campanelli for fifty-seven loving years. Born in Pawtucket, he was a son of the late Nicholas B. and Evelyn (Petrarca) Campanelli.
Ron was the proprietor of the former Ron’s Pizza Palace in Pawtucket for many years until it...
Stanley "Stas" Przeszlo
Feb 11, 2026
Stanley "Stas" Przeszlo, 67, of North Dighton passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday February 11, 2026, surrounded by friends and family.
Stas was born in Grodziskie Gorne, Poland to the late Jan and Maria (Lasek) Przeszlo. He moved with his parents and sisters to the United States in 1963.
Stas was an extremely hard worker who struggled to sit still. Throughout his life...
Joann Dorothy Peace
Feb 11, 2026
Seekonk, MA – Joann Dorothy (Minor) Peace, 79, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. She was the cherished wife of Robert Russell Peace for sixty years. Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late Joseph T. and Mary (Hylek) Minior.
Joann graduated from Tolman High School in Pawtucket and received her L.P.N. degree from St. Joseph’s School of...
Thomas John Harris
Feb 8, 2026
Pawtucket, RI – Thomas John Harris, 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Born in Pottsville, PA, he was the son of the late Harold and Anne (Fatula) Harris.
Thomas honorably served in the United States Navy. He was a longtime resident of East Greenwich, RI and worked as an Estimator for Eastern Construction before becoming the Owner and...
Harold F. McShane
Feb 5, 2026
Pawtucket, RI – Harold Fred McShane, 92, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026. He was the loving husband of the late Rev. Joan (Lyon) McShane for nearly fifty-two years. Born in Coventry, he was a son of the late Arthur and Florence (Dowding) McShane.
Harold grew up in Pawtucket and honorably served in the United States Army during the Korean...
Norman B. Standring
Feb 2, 2026
Pawtucket, RI – Norman Bernard Standring, 77, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026. He was the loving husband of the late Carol (Rudzis) Standring and the late Jean (Collette) Standring. Born in Central Falls, he was a son of the late Norman E. and Cora T. (Benoit) Standring.
Norman honorably served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam...
