All Obituaries

Richard A. Wakefield passed away peacefully  on June 3, 2021, at LifeCare Center of Raynham from a brain tumor. Richard was born on August 31, 1954 and was  a lifelong resident of Taunton, MA. Richard was the son of the late  Albert and  Edna (Simmons) Wakefield. He was the brother of Judith (Wakefield) Crandell of Raynham and the late Carol (Wakefield) Silveira of Raynham. Richard was Uncle to William D. Crandell and Deborah (Crandell) Williams of Raynham, and ...

Robert “Woody” J. Woods Sr, 81, of Taunton passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2021. Robert was the son of the late John S. and Mary R. (White) Woods. Husband to the late Sheryl Woods. Robert was the head custodian for the Taunton Public Schools for over 30 years until his retirement. All the students over the years would always remember him as Mr. Woods, even long after they graduated. He will be remembered as Woody with the mustache. Woody was a Proud member of the Taunton Elks....

Ralph V. Hunt Jr., 39, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, May 29, 2021 at his home in Taunton. Ralph was born in Taunton on April 19th, 1982 to Ralph V. Hunt Sr. and the late Cynthia Lafleur. After graduating High School, Ralph went on to become a Factory Worker for a Fiber Technology Company. He will forever be remembered by his father Ralph V. Hunt Sr. of Middleboro, daughter; Kallie Hunt of East Taunton, brother; William V. Hunt, aunt; Cheryl Lee of Assonet.  In addition to his...

Bernadette M. (Wilford) Hilton, 64, passed away Friday, May 28th, 2021 in Taunton. Born in Taunton on May 3, 1957 to the late Richard and Evelyn (Correia) Wilford. After graduating Taunton High School in 1975 and attending college for some time Bernadette went on to become an Executive Director for Raynham Housing.  In her spare time, she loved supporting the Red Sox and Patriots. She also loved going to the beach. Bernadette was a devoted lover of animals, her dog Jake was her number...

Lillian E. (Smith) McLaughlin passed away peacefully on Monday, May 24th, 2021 at the age of 83 with her granddaughter by her side. She was the wife of the late Joseph P. McLaughlin Sr. Lillian was born in Taunton on March 5, 1938 to the late Byron and Violet (Goslin) Smith. She resided in Dighton for many years and worked until her retirement at Texas Instruments as a Secretary. After her retirement, she dedicated the next 25 years as a foster parent to countless children for whom she cared...

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Alice Evelyn (Ewell) Graves announce her passing. Alice passed away peacefully at home on Friday, May 21st, 2021 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s. She was a loving wife to the late John F. Graves. Alice was born in Ware, MA on September 11, 1932 to the late Gershom and Evelyn (Stockwell) Ewell. She later became a Supervisor for a Shirley German Company. She also worked as a Nursing Assistant for Woodridge...

Fred “Freddy” S. Stockwell, of Plymouth, passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at his home in Plymouth. Born in Brockton to the late Robert Stockwell Jr. and Joanne (Lachimia) Suffoletto. Freddy enlisted in the United States Army at a young age. He proudly served his country and was part of the 82nd Air Bourne Division. He later became a Plasterer and continued the trade for most of his life. Freddy enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially fishing and hunting. You could...

On Wednesday, May 19th, 2021, Darby Lynne Freitas, loving aunt and sister, passed away at the age of 49. Darby was born on March 25, 1972 in Taunton, MA.  She Graduated from Taunton High Class of 1990.  Darby had a passion for children and helping others which led her to work as a Nanny and a Health Care Coordinator. Later in life, she trained as a psychic medium, using her abilities to help others heal from the loss of their loved ones. Darby’s spirit has finally reunited...

Bryant Timothy Marshall, 53, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at home in Middleboro. Bryant was born in Brockton on April 19, 1968 to Timothy B. Marshall of Middleboro and the late Vera Marshall.  After graduating Middleboro High School in 1986, Bryant went on to become a carpenter. He joined the Local 33 union and worked with Filene’s, now Macy’s for 28 years. He will forever be remembered by his father Timothy B. Marshall, his son Bryant A. Marshall and...

Services will be private and for family only. Jean Patricia Fortin of Taunton passed away on Saturday May 15, 2021. She leaves her husband; Peter Fortin, her son; Nicholas Dooley and wife Cynthia. Her daughter; Liza Dooley, son; Joshua Dooley and wife Maria, daughter; Penny Marvel, sister; Jacqueline Weintraub and brother in law; Edward, nephews; Joseph Weintraub. Andrew Weintraub and wife Lisa, her grandchildren; Jacob and Dylan Dooley, Colby Dooley and his partner Becca Burocher, great...