Walterine Deraleau
, Rhode Island
May 12, 2026
Walterine E. "Wally" Burns Deraleau 90 of Blackstone died May 13 2026 in HopeHealth Huiltar Inpatient Center Providence. She was the wife of the late Alfred G. "Fred" Deraleau. Born in Woonsocket she was the daughter of the late Richard M. and Carolina Elkinson Burns. Wally was extremely proud of Blackstone where she resided most of her life. The best times in her life were her years in Blackstone High School where she was proud of skipping school quite often. High school was where she met her future husband Fred Deraleau. They were married on May 28 1955 in St. Pauls Church. Wallys life after marriage was raising their four children. She only got her drivers license after Fred had a stroke at a very young age. In July of 2021 Wallys family hosted a Living FuneralCelebration of Life for her complete with a New Orleans style marching band The…
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Joseph Lemay
, Rhode Island
May 12, 2026
Joseph W. Lemay 69 of North Smithfield died on May 13 2026. Born in Woonsocket he was the son of the late Armand and Catherine Thibault Lemay and resided in Blackstone for most of his life. Joe was a 1975 graduate of Blackstone Millville Regional High School. He was a heavy equipment operator and owned his own business for many years. Joe loved racing and spending time with his family. He started his racing career in 1976 at Westboro Speedway in the Street Stock division. He moved on to the Pro Four Modified Tour division in 1982 and in 1990 won the National Pro Four championship. He continued racing in various divisions within the northeast winning over 100 races until retiring from driving in 2009. After retiring Joe supported his son Joey as he started his racing career following in his fathers footsteps. He leaves his children Christie Brenner and…
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Norman "Skip" Priestley
, Rhode Island
Norman A. "Skip" Priestley 69 of Mapleville passed away peacefully May 13 2026 in Landmark Medical Center Woonsocket. He was the husband of Diane Calkins Priestley whom he married in 2009. Born in Woonsocket he was the son of the late Norman and Pearl Hughes Delaney Priestley. Mr. Priestley worked as an orderly and a CNA for Woonsocket Hospital and Nursing Placement Inc. He truly knew how and loved caring for people. Norman was a proud member of the Morning Star Lodge 13 Woonsocket for almost fifty years a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Woonsocket Chapter 3 where he would end every meeting with "monkey business" for almost fifty years and a member of the Elks Lodge Woonsocket. He was a man of laughter who always had a joke or funny story tell including endless "dad jokes". Skip was a sweet man outgoing and always maintained a…
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Gerald Pierdolla
, Rhode Island
Auburn MA Gerald L. Pierdolla 58 of Auburn died Monday May 11 2026 at Landmark Medical Center Woonsocket. Born in San Antonio Texas a son of the late Danny Pierdolla and Margaret Ulrich Hanson he had resided in Massachusetts for the past 20 years. An avid fisherman Gerald enjoyed fishing trips to South Padre Island Texas. He was a friend to everyone he met and would not hesitate to give someone the shirt off his back. He was well known and well loved by everyone he came across. He is survived by two stepdaughters Serenaty Monroe of Washington and Megan Currier of Massachusetts one sister Mary Davis of San Antonio Texas one brother Christopher Graham of Pleasanton Texas and his nieces and nephews Richard Graham Trish Graham Jonathon Graham Valerie Baur Christine Graham Graham Davis and Ian Davis. He was the brother of the late Stephen Graham Anton Graham and…
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Lieselotte Morrill
, Rhode Island
Lieselotte Bendisch Morrill 84 of Coventry passed away peacefully at home on Monday morning May 11 2026 surrounded by the love and care of her family. Born in Bad Nauheim Germany she was the beloved daughter of the late Emil and Elizabeth Bendisch. Lieselotte immigrated to the United States in the 1960s in search of new opportunities and a bright future eventually making Rhode Island her home in the late 1980s. Lieselotte was a woman of quiet strength and deep devotion to those she loved. Her greatest joy was the time spent with her family creating cherished memories with generations of loved ones. She had a special affection for animals especially her beloved dog Honey who brought her great companionship and comfort. She is survived by her loving daughters Diana Lombard and her husband David of Coventry with whom she made her home and Brenda Martin of Dalton Georgia. She…
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Rsm Sister Virginia Sweeney
, Rhode Island
Sister Virginia Sweeney RSM a Sister of Mercy for 82 years died peacefully on May 8 2026 at St. Antoine Residence in North Smithfield Rhode Island. She was the daughter of the late James and Genevieve Cade Sweeney and the step daughter of Anna Sweeney. She was preceded in death by her sister Sarah Sally King and her brother James A. Sweeney. She is survived by many nieces nephews and cousins. Virginia entered the Sisters of Mercy in Cumberland on September 8 1943. For her motto at profession she chose In His Will is My Peace. Her religious name was Sister Edith but she returned to Virginia Mary in 1967. Upon completing her education she would be a teacher in the Diocese of Fall River schools for over 50 years. After teaching primary grades for fourteen years in Fall River she spent a year teaching in California. Upon her return…
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Marco Morales Elvira
, Rhode Island
Ser recordado con amor por su familia amigos y todos quienes tuvieron la bendicin de conocerle. Hermanos Carlos Saul Aroldo Blanca Miriam Luz Araceli Mirtala K.E.D Macaveo K.E.D Yolanda K.E.D y su compaera Edilima Cabrera. Yo soy la resurreccin y la vida el que cree en m aunque est muerto vivir. Juan 1125
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Eusebia Serverino
, Rhode Island
Across the sky flashed scenes from my life. For each scene I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand One belonged to me and the other to the Lord. When the last scene of my life flashed before us I looked back at the footprints in the sand. I noticed that many times along the path of my life There was only one set of footprints.
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William Y. Naylor Jr.
, Rhode Island
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of William Young Naylor Jr. affectionately known as "Billy" on May 15 2026. Billy passed away peacefully and comfortably at Tufts Medical Center in Boston Massachusetts at the age of 65. Born in Warwick on July 6 1960 Billy lived a vibrant and fulfilling life leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him. Billy was the beloved son of the late Gloria J. and William Y. Naylor Sr. Naylor. He is survived by his devoted wife of over 42 years Eileen Naylor with whom he married on July 13 1985 and together built a life full of love and laughter as well as four children Jennifer L. Asencio Jessica R. Naylor Cara Young and SSG William Y. Naylor III who along with his wife Sydney M. Naylor carry forward Billys legacy. Billys pride and joy were his grandchildren Alyaah…
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Maurice Fontaine
, Rhode Island
PAWTUCKET RI Maurice Leo Fontaine 91 died peacefully handinhand with his devoted wife June Fontaine on May 11th 2026. Predeceased by his siblings Roland Arnold and Dianne Fontaine Verrier Brown and son Joshua Cory he shared with his wife June. As a young boy Maurice began assisting his family at his fathers service station which sparked a love for fixing and building his own cars. He was honored to serve in the Navy reserves and was promoted to educate the servicemen in the HVAC trade. He worked 42 years at the Seekonk Lace Company until its closure in 1991. He was very proud of the work he did there and kept a few samples to show people who visited. As an avid musician he was an organist with his brothers in their family band The Fontaines. Maurice held an expertise level of knowledge in the field of electronics. Even inventing…
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Barbara Ann Middleton
, Rhode Island
Mrs. Barbara Ann Prince Middleton was born on March 23 1952 in Stewart County Lumpkin Georgia to Ethel Mae Banks Williams and her late father Isaac Williams Sr. Barbarba departed her life on earth and entered eternal life with God on Wednesday May 6 2026 at her private residence. Bobbie as she was affectionately known by family and friends was a member of the St. Martin De Porres. She was a devoted caregiver whose kindness and love touched everyone around her. She was always looking after the children in her life and if anyone needed a babysitter she was only a phone call away. Bobbie had a remarkable way of making everyone feel special loved and welcomed. She often showed her affection by giving each child a unique nickname that reflected the bond she shared with them. Bobbie also loved good food and treasured time spent with family and friends…
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Maria Moreira
, Rhode Island
Maria Vaz Moreira 99 of Central Falls passed away on the evening of May 8 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Ezach Dos Santos Cardoso. Maria was born on May 15 1926 in Praia Cape Verde. She made a living as a nanny and housekeeper in addition to her duties as a homemaker and raising her own family. After coming to the United States Maria and her family lived in the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston for several years before settling in Rhode Island.. Ms. Moreira was a well known and wellliked member of the community. She was a great person who was deeply committed to her children and grandchildren. She also loved dancing to Jazz and Hip Hop. Maria Vaz Moreira is survived by her children Josue Antonio Lopes Moreira and maria Moreira. She was the proud grandmother of Alex Jorge Jovanni and…
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Adam W. Norftill Sr.
, Rhode Island
Adam Wayne Norftill, Sr., 49, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2026. He was the husband of Tonya (Perry) Norftill of Pascoag, whom he married September 3, 2000. Born in Attleboro, MA, he was the son of the late Gary Norftill and Sheryl (Bombarbiar) Carlson of Sebastian, FL. He was a loving husband, father and pop pop. In addition to his wife Tonya, he leaves behind his two sons: Adam Norftill Jr. and Bentley Norftill and his two daughters: Kristy Norftill and Kayleah Norftill and his three grandkids: Tanner, Hudson and Ryder.Adam never met an engine he didn't admire, whether it had 2 wheels, 4 wheels or an exhaust loud enough to shake the driveway. Adam had a personality that people were naturally drawn to. He was the kind of man who could make you laugh, whether it was through a perfectly timed joke or a sarcastic comment or one of…
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