All Obituaries

Angel Luis Ramos Melendez, 67, of Fall River passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Saint Anne's Hospital in Fall River.  Born in Manati, Puerto Rico, he was the son of Rafael Ramos Ortiz and Luz Maria Melendez. He leaves his five children and a host of relatives and friends. According to the family's wishes, all funeral services will be held at Funeraria Emanuel, Carr. 140, Barrio San Luis KL 542, Florida, Puerto Rico (Telephone # 787-822-0338) on Tuesday, December 17,...

Rosemary Dykas (Reardon) 89, of Taunton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Longmeadow of Taunton. She was the wife of the late Theordore P. "Ted" Dykas (Ret. Patrolman, Taunton Police Dept.) and former wife of the late John C. Shaw. She worked as a secretary for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts at Paul A. Dever State School for several years before retirement. Rosemary enjoyed crafts, woodworking, stamping, painting, and joining her late husband at the...

  Frank F. Gwozdz, 84, of Taunton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at Marian Manor, in Taunton. He was the loving husband of Joan (Gefis) Gwozdz. Born in Taunton, he was the son of the late Antoni and Victoria (Pieta) Gwozdz. A lifelong city resident, he worked for many years as a textile mechanic/designer for Webbs, Inc. in Fall River and ViaMed in Easton. Frank played baseball for CYO while in high school and later played softball for the Mitchell Club in...

Judith A. Christine (Bistrek), 70, of Raynham passed away on Wed, 9/11/19 at her home with her husband and daughter bedside.  She was married to Robert Christine for 49 years.  Born in Montague, MA, she was the daughter of the late Leon and Lois (Bouker) Bistrek. A graduate of Bridgewater State College, Judith earned a bachelor’s degree and prior to retirement worked long-term as the Conservation Commission Agent for the Town of Raynham.  Prior to being a...

Doris Gentry, of Warren, RI passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 23, 2019 at the Crestwood Nursing Home in Warren, RI.  A complete obituary will be published as it becomes available. 

Dianne E. Falco (Hamel), 43, of Taunton, MA, passed away unexpectedly on July 5, 2019. Born in Attleboro, MA, she was the daughter of Suzanne A. Hamel, of Pawtucket, RI, and the late David E. Hamel. Besides her mother, she leaves her two children, Aaron L. Ferreira, and Ava E. Falco, both of Taunton, MA; her sister, Amy D. Hamel and niece Mila M. Hamel-Song, both of Attleboro, MA. She was the sister of the late Scott D. Hamel. Dianne was a loving and devoted mother of two wonderful...

Joan L. Emberley, 85, of Middleboro, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 23, 2019 with her daughter by her side. She was the wife of the late Arthur F. Emberley. Born in Nashua, New Hampshire, she was the daughter of the late Oswald and Josephine (Rodgers) Larocque. Joan worked as a switchboard operator for Winthrop-Atkins Company in Middleboro for many years, prior to retirement. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa J. Budrow, of Norton; and a grandson, Sean Kearney, of Middleboro....

Sylvester A. Gasper “Sly” 64, of Taunton, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at Longmeadow of Taunton. He was the beloved husband of Mary R. (Leonard) Gasper. They were married for thirty years. Born in Taunton, he was the son of the late Manuel and Laura (Silvia) Gasper. Sly worked as a grocery clerk at Trucchi’s Supermarket.  He loved wood carving, the Beatles, and his two cats, Prince and Princess. Besides his wife Mary, he leaves behind his friends,...

Eugene “Gene” C. Alger, 74, of Taunton, died on April 5, 2019 in Morton Hospital after being stricken ill at home. Gene was the husband of Virginia “Ginger” (McAloon) Alger for 50 years. Born in Taunton, he was the son of the late William and Gertrude (Nadeau) Alger. He was a graduate of Immaculate Conception Grammar School and was a 1962 graduate of Monsignor Coyle High School.  For over 24 years, Gene was employed at the former Paul A. Dever State School...

Margot Strojny, 92,of Taunton, passed away December 16, 2018 at Morton Hospital. She was the wife of the late Jan Strojny. ARRANGEMENTS AND FULL OBITUARY ARE PENDING. DETAILS WILL BE PUBLISHED AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE.