Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Pawtucket, RI

Serving Pawtucket and Surrouding Areas

Memorial Tree Ornaments Welcome at Winter Wonderland at Slater Park

Memorial Tree Ornaments Welcome at Winter Wonderland at Slater Park

Jan 5, 2026

Dear Family and Friends,

The Christmas season is upon us once again. Amidst the hustle and bustle of this busy season, we can easily lose sight of the true meaning of Christmas.

The holiday season can be an especially trying time with the recent passing of a loved one or close friend. Trying to cope is certainly difficult during the holidays. There...

Barbara M. Spencer

Barbara M. Spencer

Dec 13, 2025

Pawtucket, RI - Barbara M. (Campbell) Spencer, 84, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025 in Providence, RI. Daughter of the late Norman H. and Victoria (Moussally) Campell. She is survived by her husband Herrick B. Spencer of 50 years, 2 children, Brian Spencer and his wife Carina Spencer, and her daughter, Megan Haggarty and her husband, Ryan Haggarty and...

Joseph Medeiros

Joseph Medeiros

Dec 13, 2025

Pawtucket - Joseph F. Medeiros, 85, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, December 13, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Barbara J. (DeCubellis) Medeiros who passed in 2007. Born in Providence, Joe resided most of his life in Pawtucket and was the son of the late Manuel and Eleanor (Rush) Medeiros.

Joe served in the United...

Claudette B. Lockwood

Claudette B. Lockwood

Dec 12, 2025

Seekonk, MA - Claudette Bella (Dery) Lockwood, 84, passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025, at Attleboro Life Care Center surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of the late Anthony “Tony” R. Lockwood. Born in Central Falls, she was a daughter of the late Roland E. and Lucienne “Lucy” (Depot) Dery.

Claudette worked as a bank teller...

Louise A. Alaownis

Louise A. Alaownis

Dec 9, 2025

Seekonk, MA - Louise Andrea (Benedetti) Alaownis, 71, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. She was the loving wife of Gary R. Alaownis for forty-seven years. Born in Springfield, MA, she was a daughter of the late Alfredo and Evelyn (Vanotti) Benedetti.

Louise worked as a Medical Technician in the Microbiology labs at both Miriam and...

Karen-Anne C. Medeiros

Karen-Anne C. Medeiros

Dec 8, 2025

Karen-Anne Christine Medeiros, 54, of Pawtucket, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Providence, she was the beloved daughter of Maureen Ann Medeiros, and the granddaughter of the late Joseph and Florence (Vincent) Medeiros.

Karen was a cherished daughter, niece, cousin, and friend. She loved animals, especially kittens and her pet dog, Zoey Elisabeth....

Jaden K. Anahory

Jaden K. Anahory

Dec 5, 2025

Coventry – Jaden K. Anahory, 24, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 5, 2025. Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of Brandon K. Ramos and Miriam I. Anahory.

Jaden was a talented artist and had a passion for learning. He was self-taught in the Japanese language and playing the guitar and keyboard. Jaden also enjoyed anime and animation.

Besides his loving...

Anne H. Libby

Anne H. Libby

Dec 2, 2025

Seekonk – Anne H. (Love) Libby, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late William H. Libby, Jr.

Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late David A., Sr. and Margaret C. (Stewart) Love. Anne had resided in East Providence before moving to Seekonk in 1968.

She enjoyed her work as a...

Lisa Dramby

Lisa Dramby

Nov 30, 2025

Rumford - Lisa M. Dramby, 53, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Born in Pawtucket, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Barbara A. (Sroka) Dramby.

Lisa worked in retail sales at New to You on Armistice Boulevard in Pawtucket. She was an avid New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox fan and loved caring for her...

Beatrice Coop

Beatrice Coop

Nov 28, 2025

Pawtucket - Beatrice A. (Faucher) Coop, 85, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 28, 2025. Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Alice (Rousseau) Faucher.

Beatrice, the baby of the family, was known for her mischievous personality and sweet tooth. She loved her family, dancing and all things chocolate.

Beatrice leaves behind: two children, Cheryl...

Robert M. Goff, Jr.

Robert M. Goff, Jr.

Nov 25, 2025

It is with deep love that we announce the passing of Robert M. Goff, Jr., who passed away peacefully in his home at the young age of 87 on November 25, 2025.

Born in Providence, RI he was the oldest son of the late Robert and Rita (Messier) Goff. Bob’s early years were marked by challenge, including time spent in an...

Maria L. Dos Santos

Maria L. Dos Santos

Nov 22, 2025

Pawtucket – Maria L. (Da Piedade) Dos Santos, 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 22, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Manuel G. Dos Santos.

Born in Portugal, she was the daughter of the late Adriano Luiz and Maria Da Piedade. Maria resided in Yonkers, New York before moving to Pawtucket twenty-two years ago.

She loved spending time...

William "Bill" J. Cabral

William "Bill" J. Cabral

Nov 22, 2025

Pawtucket – William “Bill” J. Cabral, 63, passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, November 22, 2025. A lifelong resident of Pawtucket, he was the son of the late Joseph W. and Phyllis E. (Hodde) Cabral.

He leaves his brother, Kenneth J. Cabral and his wife, Diane, of Pawtucket; two nieces, Kristine R. Gaglio of Pawtucket and Karen M. Cabral of...

Edna M. Fawcett

Edna M. Fawcett

Nov 22, 2025

It is with deep love that we announce the passing of Edna M. Fawcett, a devoted wife, mother, and steady source of kindness to all who were blessed to know her. She passed away on November 22, 2025 at home, with her family by her side. Edna is survived by her devoted husband of 61 years, Ronald B. Fawcett and...

Nancy J. Babota

Nancy J. Babota

Nov 21, 2025

Pawtucket – Nancy J. (Maynard) Babota, 72, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 21, 2025. She was the beloved wife of James “Jim” M. Babota for forty-two beautiful years.

Nancy was the daughter of the late Irving J. Maynard, Sr. and Shirley M. (O’Neil) Varin. She resided in Providence before moving to Pawtucket forty-two years ago.

Nancy worked in the insurance industry,...

Irene M. Ambers

Irene M. Ambers

Nov 16, 2025

Pawtucket – Irene M. (Gagnon) Ambers, 95, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Sunday, November 16, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph R. Ambers. Born in Attleboro, Irene was the daughter of the late Adelard, Sr. and Ethel (Morris) Gagnon.

Irene worked for many years as a bookkeeper at Larson Tool & Stamping until her retirement....

Lois F. Costa

Lois F. Costa

Nov 15, 2025

Attleboro - Lois F. (Bachand) Costa, 79 years old, passed away peacefully at Miriam Hospital on November 15, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late John M. Costa. Born and raised in Attleboro, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Hazel (Harrison) Bachand.

Lois worked at Micheletti’s Family Restaurant in Seekonk for over 45 years. Lois always...

Lauren B. Quinn

Lauren B. Quinn

Nov 15, 2025

Pawtucket – Lauren B. (Peluso) Quinn, 57, passed away peacefully with family by her side, after a long courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, November 15, 2025. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Anthony J., Jr. and Joyce E. (Rasmussen) Peluso.

Lauren was a graduate of Seekonk High School and went on to a career in the...

Ernest J. Smith, Jr.

Ernest J. Smith, Jr.

Nov 14, 2025

North Smithfield – Ernest J. Smith, Jr., 84, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Patricia E. (Pickett) Smith for 59 loving years. Born in Central Falls, he was a son of the late Ernest J., Sr. and Edna (McKenna) Smith.

Ernie was a United States Army veteran and went on to a career as...

Malcolm R. von der Heyde

Malcolm R. von der Heyde

Nov 14, 2025

Malcolm Raymond von der Heyde, 76, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts.

Born on September 12, 1949, in London, England, Malcolm’s early life was marked by rich cultural experiences and international roots. He spent his formative years in Dulwich, a charming town south of London, before moving with his family to a farm outside Hamburg, Germany. There,...