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William F. Drouin

William F. Drouin

Feb 11, 2022

William Francis Drouin, affectionately known as “Bill” or “Billy”, age 74, of Taunton, passed away on February 11, 2022,at Morton Hospital. He was the husband of LuAnn (Bridges) Drouin.

Born in Marlboro, he was the son of the late Leon W. Drouin and Virginia P. (Morse) Drouin.

He worked as a master carpenter for many...

Anne S. Kula

Anne S. Kula

Jan 24, 2022

Anne S. Kula (Strojny) age 102, of Taunton, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 24, 2022, at Marian Manor in Taunton. She was the wife of the late Francis J. Kula.

Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Sophie (Curowona) Strojny.

She was a graduate of Taunton High...

Frank S. Tabak

Frank S. Tabak

Jan 13, 2022

Frank S. Tabak , 81, of Taunton, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, January 13, 2022. He was the husband of the late Joan A. (Berube) Tabak.

Born in Taunton, he was the son of the late Frank M. and Mary A. (Sivicla) Tabak.

He graduated from...

Denise Frances Bazinet

Denise Frances Bazinet

Dec 30, 2021

Denise F. Bazinet, 70, of Taunton, passed away on Thursday, December 30, 2021, at Good Samaritan Medical Center, in Brockton.

Born and raised in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Rene J. and Stella Sophie (Arcikowski) Bazinet.

She worked as a professional driver for adults and children with special needs for many years....

James C. Lucey

James C. Lucey

Dec 24, 2021

James C. Lucey “Jamie” 53, of Raynham, passed away on Friday, December 24, 2021, at Morton Hospital.

Born and raised in Brockton, he was the son of the late James and Mary L. (Dexter) Lucey.

Jamie worked as a carpet installer for many years.

He leaves his siblings, Michael J. Lucey,...

Manuel Medeiros

Manuel Medeiros

Dec 22, 2021

Manuel "Manny" Medeiros , 78, of Taunton, passed away on Wednesday, December 22, 2021, at Morton Hospital. He was the loving husband of Kathleen A. (Moriscano) Medeiros and celebrated over 32 years of marriage together.

Born in Fall River and raised in Westport, MA on the family farm. He was a son of the late...

Lorraine P. (Dupont)  Raposa

Lorraine P. (Dupont) Raposa

Dec 22, 2021

Lorraine P. Raposa (Dupont) 77, of East Taunton, passed away on Wednesday, December 22, 2021, at Morton Hospital. She was the loving wife of 58 years to Daniel J. Raposa.

Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Rose (Fontes) Dupont.

Lorraine was a 1962 graduate of the first graduating...

Paul R. Silva

Paul R. Silva

Dec 6, 2021

Paul R. Silva , 79, of Raynham passed away peacefully on Monday, December 6, 2021, at Good Samaritan Medical Center, after a long struggle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Born in Taunton, MA he was the son of the late Joaquin Silva and Grace (Hannant) Silva.  He was widowed after 54 years by his wife Barbara J....

Ann Marie (Boyle)  Richardson

Ann Marie (Boyle) Richardson

Dec 5, 2021

Ann Marie (Boyle) Richardson , 50, of Quincy, passed away after a long illness on December 5th, 2021 at South Shore Hospital, in Weymouth, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Walter L. Richardson, Jr.

Born and raised in Quincy, she was the daughter of the late Thomas H. and Mary...

David W. Cosenza

David W. Cosenza

Nov 27, 2021

David W. Cosenza, age 35, of Boston MA. Died on Saturday, November 27, 2021.

Born in Worcester, MA, David is survived by his parents, Gregory J. Cosenza and Debra  J, (Flynn) Cosenza, of Florida; a brother, Daniel G. Cosenza; a sister, Ashley J. Cosenza, both of Florida; his nephew "Little Buddy" Draven A Cosenza, of Florida; his...

Robert Lawrence Fierra

Robert Lawrence Fierra

Nov 9, 2021

Robert L. Fierra, 78, of Taunton passed away on Tuesday, November 9th, 2021, at Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital in Brighton. He was the husband of Helen M. Fierra (Zaczkiewicz).

Born in Dighton, MA, he was the son of the late Antone and Eileen (Bradshaw) Fierra.

After graduating from Taunton High School, he furthered his education at...

Emelia Skwarto

Emelia Skwarto

Nov 2, 2021

Emelia Skwarto, age 96, of Taunton, passed away on Tuesday; November 2, 2021. She was the youngest child of Frank and Agnes Gula Skwarto. Beloved sister of Stella Skwarto Williamson of California, Aunt of  Matthew J. Skwarto Jr. and wife Annette Skwarto of Taunton, John F. Skwarto and wife Stephanie Skwarto of East Bridgewater, Lucille Skwarto Lebedew and husband...

Edilberto Rodi Coy Chocoj

Edilberto Rodi Coy Chocoj

Oct 24, 2021

Edilberto Rodi Coy Chocoj, 35, of Attleboro,  passed away on October 24, 2021 at Rhode Island Hospital, in Providence, RI.

Visiting hours will be held on Monday, November 1, 2021 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, in the Sowiecki-Snyder Home for Funerals, 69 West Britannia Street, Taunton. Interment will be in Cementerio Municipal Sayaxche in Peten, Guatemala. For...

John S. Lopes

John S. Lopes

Oct 9, 2021

John S. Lopes , 86, of Raynham, passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Medical Center, in Brockton. He was the husband of the late Elaine K. (Gay) Lopes, who passed away on September 16, 2021.

Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Francisco P....

Dane Boom-Boom Jones

Dane Boom-Boom Jones

Oct 8, 2021

Dane Boom-Boom Jones , 27, of Warren, formerly of Canby, Oregon, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 8, 2021. He was the loving husband of Jennifer (Stills) Black, of Warren.

Born in Milwaukie, Oregon, he was the son of Steven Black and Dana (Germany) Jones. However, Dane was raised by a village. From school counselors,...

Mary C. (Krzywonos)  Kullas

Mary C. (Krzywonos) Kullas

Sep 26, 2021

Mary Catherine (Krzywonos) Kullas, wife of the late Frank M. Kullas, was born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, March 1, 1921, over 100 years ago. She is the daughter of the late Wojciech and Katarzyna (Kulik) Krzywonos. Mrs. Kullas attended schools in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and has lived in Norton, Massachusetts for the past 75 years.  She worked as a...

Taylor C. Weir

Taylor C. Weir

Sep 20, 2021

Taylor C Weir  “Smokey” , 31, of Barnstable, tragically passed away on Monday, September 20, 2021 after a courageous battle with COVID-19. Born and raised in Barnstable, Massachusetts, he was the son of Adrienne R Weir, also of Barnstable.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his beloved children; Jaxson and Shayla. His...

Elaine K. (Gay)  Lopes

Elaine K. (Gay) Lopes

Sep 16, 2021

Elaine K. Lopes (Gay) age 83, of Raynham, passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at Signature Healthcare-Brockton Hospital. She was the wife of John S. Lopes.

Born in Taunton, she was a daughter of the late Frank A. and Katherine (Kmiec) Gay.

She was a graduate of Taunton High School and attained her RN...

Norma (Vallas)  Courtemanche

Norma (Vallas) Courtemanche

Sep 8, 2021

Norma Courtemanche (Vallas) 54, of Mansfield, passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at HopeHealth Hospice Center, in Providence, surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of Robert L. Courtemanche. They were married for twenty nine years.

Born in Charlottesville, VA, she was the daughter of Peter M. and Anastasia (Barbakis) Vallas, of...

Paul D. Menard, Jr.

Paul D. Menard, Jr.

Aug 14, 2021

Paul D. Menard, Jr ., 62, of Taunton, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, August 14, 2021 at Southeast Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in North Easton.

Born and raised in Taunton, he was the son of the late Paul “Dinty” Menard, Sr. and Adele (Kizella) Menard.

He worked as a handyman and...

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