All Obituaries

Elizabeth (Bette) Hunter Ward of Barrington, RI, passed away at 101 years old in the loving arms of her family on February 3, 2026.  She was the beloved daughter of William Hunter and Anne Levis Powell Hunter. Elizabeth was the dear sister of William Hunter and Douglas Powell Hunter. She was a cherished sister-in-law to Margaret Hunter, Lois Hunter, and Randalyn Hunter.  Bette was the widow of Robert S. Adams and LeRoy S. Ward. She is survived by her son, Peter R. Adams and ...

Thomas Ryan McDonald, “Ryan”, “Dad”, “Poppa”  Ryan McDonald passed away very unexpectedly, but peacefully, with his family by his side, on Wednesday, January 28th, 2026 in Rogers, Arkansas. Ryan was born on November 3, 1944 in New Bedford, Massachusetts. He was the son of the late Thomas and Dorothy (Burding) McDonald. He was also the loving and devoted husband of the late Roberta ( Pace ) McDonald.  Ryan was raised primarily in Barrington, ...

Johnson, Kathryn A, 88 of Riverside and formerly of Narragansett passed away peacefully on Monday January 26, 2026 at home surrounded by loved ones.  She was the beloved wife of the late Carl (Sea J) Johnson. Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the devoted daughter of the late Frank and Catherine (Hoycyk) Gargano.  She was the sister of the late Joan Guerrero. Like many of us Kathryn lived an ordinary life, yet she was an extraordinary woman, loved by many. She was a secretary for the ...

Thomas Dunne Gidley Esquire, 91, of Bristol, Rhode Island passed away surrounded by family at Hope Hospice on Sunday, January 25.  Tom was predeceased by his parents, Edwin Lewis Gidley and Dorothy Dunne Gidley, and stepson Matthew Rohloff Vohr. Tom was the devoted husband of Betty Vohr- Gidley, MD; proud father of ; son Thomas Edwin Gidley and partner Janet, David Waterman Gidley and wife Jeanine; stepdaughter Jennifer Lynn Vohr Hurley and husband Lane; stepson Jonathan Larrison Vohr ...

Robert E. Mason (Bob, Boppa) 79,   of Barrington and Riverside died peacefully Friday January 9, 2026.  He was the husband to Deborah R. (Wass) Mason.   He was born in Providence a son of the late Edward and May (MacDuff) Mason and was a step-son of the late Royce R. Smith.   Bob graduated from East Providence High School in 1964 and received a BS Degree in Education from RIC in 1968 as an Industrial Arts Teacher.  He also graduated with ...

Peter Kanarian, 92, of Barrington, passed away peacefully at The Miriam Hospital surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Brenda Kanarian; they were married for 37 years. He was born in Pawtucket, RI, the youngest of three children.  His brother Norire Kanarian and his wife Armenouhi, and sister Anne Kazanjian and her husband Herach predeceased him.   After graduating from East Pawtucket High School, he worked at the family’s store, The Avenue ...

Carolyn "Kelly" Howe of East Providence, formerly of Barrington, passed away January 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of creativity, warmth, and an infectious laugh that her loved ones will carry with them always. A 1958 graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design with a degree in fashion design, she was an accomplished seamstress who ran her own business from home for many years. Her skill and artistry brought countless garments and wedding dresses to life, and her genuine care for her ...

          Jeanne Louise (Soares) Brockway 66, passed away peacefully on December 29th, 2025.  Youngest daughter of the late John and Mary (Cogswell) Soares.           Jeanne was born and raised in Newport RI and resided in Barrington, RI for the last 40 years. Jeanne was a 1977 Graduate of Rogers High School, earned her Associate Degree of Nursing in 1981, she continued her education receiving a Bachelors from Salve ...

Paula J. (Haggstrom) Dubord, 72, of Riverside passed away comfortably on Friday, December 19, 2025 following a heroic battle with cancer. She had a peaceful day filled with visits from family and friends.  She was the cherished daughter of the late Paul and Hazel (Rundgren) Haggstrom. She is survived by her beloved daughters Dawn Dubord of Riverside and Kerri Gendice and her husband Michael of Warwick. In addition to her daughters, she leaves behind four grandchildren (Kaitlyn Dubord ...

As Aggie was awaiting discharge from Rhode Island Hospital, the Physical Therapist stopped by to do her final assessment. Aggie, like many people, did not enjoy the PT’s demands. At one point, she looked up, eyes narrowed, and asked, suspiciously, “What’s your name?” The PT responded, “Michelle.” Aggie’s eyes narrowed further as she returned, “Well, Michelle, I’ll be coming back to haunt you when I’m gone.” Without skipping a ...