Eliecer A. Tejada of Cumberland and formerly of Pawtucket passed away at his home on January 24, 2023 with his loving family at his side.  Mr. Tejada was 70 years old.  He was the beloved husband of Luz Marina Marin.  Mr. Tejada was born on February 24, 1952 in Medellin, Colombia to his parents; the late Jesus Tejada and Maria Delmira Zapeata.  He immigrated to the United States in 1984 and settled in Rhode Island.  Eliecer worked in the textile industry as a...

Born on July 9, 1955 in Providence, Doug was the only child of Florence Jacques and the late Albert Elkas.  He went on to graduate from Lincoln High School as a member of the Class of 1976.  Following his graduation from high school, Mr. Elkas earned his Associates Degree in Culinary Arts from Johnson and Wales University.  For several years Doug worked for Golden Arches Enterprise and operated Crawford’s Deli.  Mr. Elkas also managed the bakery in Stop &...

Rachel Sylvanna Calhoun passed away unexpectedly January 22, 2023.  Born December 24, 1983 in Providence, RI.  Rachel is the daughter of Tammy Calhoun and the late Luis Delomba.    She leaves behind two brothers; Alexander and Tyler Calhoun and two sisters; Melissa and Jenna as well as four beautiful children; Danayshia, Jayden, Ciarra and Devon.  Rachel was a beautiful shining star.  You would not forget Rachel even if you only met her once because of her...

Jesus Isaac Ortiz, 94, of Central Falls, RI, sadly left us on January 19, 2023. Isaac is survived by his wife and partner of 70 years, Olga Teresa Ortega and their six children. Orlando of Lincoln, Julio and his wife Jasmin of Pawtucket, Beatriz of Central Falls, Ketty Gil and her husband Jorge of Orlando, Florida, Jose and his wife Nubia of Central Falls and Jesus and his partner Maria of Pawtucket. He also leaves behind daughters-in-law Fatima and Fanny. Isaac was surrounded by his...

Michael A. Ribeiro of Central Falls formerly of Bristol passed away at his home, suddenly on Thursday January 12, 2023.  Mr. Ribeiro was 45 years old.  Michael was the life partner of Ashley Breault, with whom he shared two beautiful children; Michael A. Ribeiro, Jr. and Maria A. Ribeiro. He was born in Providence on October 30, 1977 to his parents; the late Antonio C. and Maria Ribeiro.  Michael worked in construction since a young age, specializing and mastering; roofing...

Bernadette M. Barney, a lifelong resident of Pawtucket passed away on January 9, 2023 at The Miriam Hospital in Providence.  Ms. Barney was 86 years old.  She was born in Pawtucket on September 2, 1936 to her parents, the late Arthur and Stella (Johnson) Barney.  Bernadette was predeceased by her companion the late Roland Garrity. Bernadette left her imprint on this world, especially for her family.  She was a loving, strong and funny woman.  Jokes were the only...

Dawn M. Mulligan of Pawtucket passed away unexpectedly at her home on the morning of January 9, 2023.  She was 55 years old.  Mrs. Mulligan was the wife of the late Michael Mulligan. Born on May 21, 1967 in Pawtucket, Dawn was the daughter of the late Donald and Dorothy Sosville.  She worked as a waitress for many years.  Mrs. Mulligan also worked as a homemaker for several years. Dawn is survived by her son, Jason Sheehan of Pawtucket and her 2 grandchildren.  She...

Felix Jesus Arroyo,  78, a longtime resident of The Mansion in Central Falls, passed away peacefully after a long illness. He is survived by his family at the Mansion and his guardian Joan Crawley.  Visiting Hours,  are Wednesday, from 2 until 4 PM in the Coelho Home in Central Falls. His Funeral will be held on Thursday at 1 PM. Interment will take place in Woodlawn-No. Purchase Cemetery in Attleboro, MA. 

Margaret O’Dell of Pawtucket passed away on December 28, 2022 at her home.  She was 89 years old.  Mrs. O’Dell was the wife of the late Franklin O’Dell. Born in Carp River, Michigan on June 15, 1933, Margaret was the daughter of the late George and Gladys McKenzie.  Mrs. O’Dell worked in the healthcare field as a LPN.  She spent several years of her career working for The Mansion Nursing Home in Central Falls.  Margaret enjoyed crafts,...

Maritza Molina 69, a longtime resident of Bridgeport, CT passed away on December 27, 2022.  She was the wife of the late Odulio Ramos. Maritza was born on October 7, 1953 in Arecibo, Puerto Rico to her mother, the late Josefa Batista Colon.  Ms. Molina settled in Bridgeport, CT, calling it home for the last 30 years.  Maritza was a happy woman who loved life and her family.  Ms. Molina always had a beautiful smile and no matter what life threw at her, that smile shined...