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01/28/2026

Judith Pansa Walsh

Judith Pansa Walsh (Judi) passed away on January 20, 2026, in Newport, Rhode Island from complications due to Alzheimer’s Disease. Judi was both the adoring and the adored wife of Tom Walsh for 48 years.

Judi’s life story with Tom began when they were members of a wedding party in Tampa, Florida in 1974. After the ceremony Judi and Tom’s paths diverged but later, by happenstance or God’s grace, they met again in 1976 at The Davis Island Yacht Club after Judi disembarked from sailing at the Club’s Thursday Night Racing. To Tom’s amazement, Judi accepted his invitation to dinner the following Saturday night. That they commenced their life journey together at a yacht club was so fitting for Judi as later in life she enjoyed sailing the waters of Long Island Sound and Narragansett Bay.

Born on July 9, 1948, to Betty (“Boop”) and Attilio (“Artie”) Pansa, Judi grew up in Bristol, Rhode Island. Her father Artie was an exceptional athlete at C**t Memorial High School and from 1946 to 1960 he was the head coach of baseball and basketball and backfield coach of the Bristol High C**ts, where he and his teams chalked up numerous class two championships. In 1960 Judi and her family moved to Betty’s hometown Homestead, Florida, where Judi graduated from South Dade High School in 1966. Judi continued her education at Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion Merchandising in 1970 and with a second degree in Home Economics in 1971. She was a proud member and officer of the Tri Delta sorority.

Judi’s professional career - best described as in public relations and education - began at Tampa Electric Company, continued at The Edison Electric Institute in Washington, DC and finally at The Marketing Group representing the Hercules Fibers Division across the Southeastern U.S.

Upon retirement from her business career Judi focused on the real passions of her life: volunteerism and community involvement. This included being a volunteer with and President of The Junior League of Northern Virginia (where her goal was “To Put the F(un) Back in the Junior League”) and later serving on the Board of Governors and committees of the Norwalk Yacht Club (where she was most proud of publishing the Club’s newsletter) and of the Bristol Yacht Club. Judi also volunteered for activities with Hospice and The Boy Scouts of America and served those in need at the community kitchen of the United Congregational Church of Middletown, Rhode Island.

Judi was admired by her friends for her handmade Christmas cards and the Reindeer Food cards she made for many children. Her passion for the Christmas season resulted in these projects consuming over six months every year, producing well over 100 cards of each type annually, containing such intricate designs that many recipients saved them as a treasured gift from her.

Judi’s zest for life included sailing her favorite small sailboats on Long Island Sound and Narragansett Bay, one of which she christened Sea Vu Play, skiing and dog sledding in Beaver Creek, Colorado, hot air ballooning, playing her piano, traveling the world including three sailing voyages on Sea Cloud in the Mediterranean, being entertained by her favorite soap opera “All My Children” and Hallmark Christmas movies, and leading the architectural design phase, construction of and decorating the five homes where she and Tom lived, the last of which brought her home to Rhode Island.

Above all, Judi’s deepest love was for her family and friends: brother Dante Pansa of Daytona Beach, Florida; cousin Thomas Pansa and his wife Camille, and cousins Andrew and Ronald Pansa of Bristol, Rhode Island; stepsons Jeffrey and Jonathan and Jon’s wife Liz and daughter Campbell of McLean, Virginia; and her unofficial family - the Vorro’s and Dow’s of Bristol and Pawtucket, Rhode Island and Manassas, Virginia. Judi also treasured her “sisters” and their spouses of “The 41 Club” of the Junior League, especially her dear friend Mare-Clare Molony and her husband Michael both of whom predeceased her in 2001.

Judi’s overriding love was her precious years with Tom with whom they shared this motto: “We go together like peanut butter and jelly; you’re sweet and I’m stuck on you.” Their wedding song “Here Comes the Sun” embodies their marriage.

Judi and Tom are deeply grateful to the compassionate staff at Village House of Newport, Atria Aquidneck Island and Home Health & Hospice Care for their care and support for Judi.

Celebrations of Judi’s life will be held at a future dates in Bristol, Rhode Island and in McLean, Virginia.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made online in Judi’s name to East Bay Sailing Foundation (eastbaysailingfoundation.org), or to EBSF, 101 Poppasquash Road, P.O. Box 855, Bristol, Rhode Island.

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01/25/2026

Herminia M. Pacheco

Herminia (Moniz) Soares Pacheco, 90, of Bristol passed away peacefully in Bristol on Friday, January 23, 2026 with her family at her side. She was the widow of the late Antonio B. Pacheco for 39 years before his passing in July of 2007.

Born on Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal, she was the daughter of the late Jose Macedo and Maria De Estrela.

She was a communicant of St. Elizabeth’s Church in Bristol for many decades. Herminia worked for several local companies including Converse and American Tourister. She enjoyed baking Portuguese tea biscuits, watching wrestling and soccer, listening and dancing to music, going for long walks and shopping. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family and making memories.

Herminia is survived by her children: MaryJo Jacome and Antonio Xavier Pacheco; her grandchildren: Tanya Santos (Stephen), Justin Cabral (Tara), Brianna Pacheco; her great grandchild: Navy Rae Santos; and her brother Jose Luis Soares; and many extended relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband: Antonio B. Pacheco; her parents Jose and Maria; and her siblings: Lurdes Sousa, Eduarda Cabral, and Mariano Soares.

Visiting Hours will be held at Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood Street, Bristol on Thursday, January 29, 2026 from 4:00-7:00 PM. Her funeral will start from Sansone Funeral Home on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Elizabeth Church, 577 Wood Street, Bristol at 10:00 AM. She will be laid to rest at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Chestnut Street, Bristol. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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01/19/2026

Shirley A. Dunbar

Shirley A. (Almeida) Dunbar, 90, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, January 15, 2026. She was the wife of Leslie F. Dunbar for 68 years before her passing.

Born in Fall River, MA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Georgiana (Sousa) Almeida.

Shirley was a lifelong communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Bristol where she was a Catechism teacher for many years. Shirley had a lifelong love of the ocean and found great peace walking the shoreline, collecting sea glass, and listening to the waves. Whether sketching, meticulously tending to her garden, or enjoying a bike ride, she found beauty in life’s simplest moments. Shirley kept a perennial garden that bloomed in perfect rhythm with the seasons, each flower appearing just when it was meant to. Shirley loved to read with her hot cup of tea in hand. Her homemade chocolate cake – fondly known to her family as “Nana’s chocolate cake” – was a tradition filled with warmth and love. Shirley spent much of her life caring for others. As a devoted nanny, her heart knew no distinction; every child she cared for was loved as her own.

Above all, Shirley was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to many. She had a kind spirit, a warm smile, and a quick wit like no other. Her love was steady and unconditional, and she leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and selfless care that will continue to live on in the many lives she touched.

In addition to her husband Leslie, Shirley is survived by her children: Stacy L. Matrone (Nicholas) and Les C. Dunbar (Marsha); her grandchildren: Donald J. Spellman, Karl Spellman, Nicholas Matrone (Michelle), Jessica Rizzo (Louis), Matthew Matrone, Danielle Dunbar; her three great grandchildren; and her siblings: Joseph and Richard Almeida.

She was pre-deceased by her daughter: Laurie A. (Dunbar) Spellman; her parents: Joseph and Georgiana Almeida; and her siblings: Leonora Soares and Robert Almeida.

Shirley now rests peacefully, reunited with her beloved daughter Laurie, surrounded by the love she so freely gave during her lifetime.

Visiting Hours will be held at Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood Street, Bristol on Thursday, January 22, 2026 from 4-7 PM. Her funeral will start from Sansone Funeral Home on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 9AM with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM at St. Mary’s Church, 330 State Street, Bristol. She will be laid to rest at North Burial Ground, Hope Street, Bristol. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her and her late daughter Laurie’s name can be made to the American Cancer Society.

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01/04/2026

Ronald J. Soscia

Ron Soscia, 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 28th, 2025 at his home in Warren, RI. He was the beloved husband of Ann (Del Toro) Soscia, and he was happily married for 52 years. Ron was surrounded by his loving family leading up to his final hours.

Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Anthony and Anna (Martinelli) Soscia. Ron spent 36 years working for the RI Department of Human Services as an Eligibility Specialist for the Food Stamps Program and then later as a Social Worker. Ron was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. Ron truly made a positive difference in the lives of many. He always saw the good in everyone. Whether you knew Ron for a long time or just met him, Ron was typically described as being "a wonderful man”.

Ron Soscia was a remarkable example of what it means to be humble, kind, compassionate, giving, hardworking, faith-filled, grateful ... an extraordinary individual. He was a jack of all trades and had a talent of being a “Mr. Fix It”. Ron was the epitome of strength. Even though Ron’s muscular dystrophy would confine him to a power chair for more than 10 years, this disease would not define Ron’s character. Despite the many hardships his muscular dystrophy created, Ron never complained. Ron was innovative and always found ways to do things regardless of any limitations. Ron enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. There is a quote that says “A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives”. Ron was a blessing to all who knew him.

In addition to his wife Ann, Ron is survived by his two devoted children: Jeffrey Soscia and his wife Nichole of Hope, RI, and Jennifer (Soscia) Carulli and her husband David of Bristol, RI. He was the grandfather to three loving grandchildren: Isabella Soscia, Lorenzo Soscia and Landon Carulli. Ron also leaves behind his three siblings: Anthony Soscia and his wife Patricia, Kathleen Soscia, and Kenneth Soscia and his fiancé Barbara Cole; and many extended relatives and friends.

Visiting Hours will be held on Thursday, January 15th, from 4:00-7:00pm at Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood Street, Bristol, RI. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, January 16th, at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 141 State Street, Bristol. Following the Mass, Ron will be laid to rest at the Cremation Garden at North Burial Ground, Hope Street, Bristol.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made either to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 141 State Street, Bristol, RI 02809 or to the muscular dystrophy organization entitled FSHD Society, PO Box 411617, Boston, MA 02241.

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12/30/2025

Frank C. Caizzi, Jr.

Frank C. Caizzi, Jr., 84, of Bristol, RI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 27, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Patricia (Malafronte) Caizzi, his wife of 50 years and childhood sweetheart since their kindergarten days.

Born in Providence and raised in Bristol, he was the son of the late Frank and Margaret (Vaccaro) Caizzi.

Frank is survived by his children: David Caizzi (Susan), Debra Messenger (Claudio), Carolyn Caizzi (Magdalyn); his grandchildren: Michael Caizzi (Maddie), Alex Caizzi, Lucy Messenger, Harry Messenger; and many extended relatives and friends.

Frank was a graduate of Bristol High School, Class of 1959. He went on to earn a Bachelor Degree from Pennsylvania University and his MBA from Columbia University. He was a manager for Proctor & Gamble for 32 years and worked at different locations across the United States. He and his family traveled back to Bristol each year for the 4th of July and Christmas holidays to be with their extended family. Other vacation times were spent visiting the states in the regions where they lived.

In their retirement, Frank and his wife helped their family by caring for their grandchildren and aging parents. They enjoyed traveling to most of the western and eastern European countries, including both China and Russia, land tours and river boat cruise tours. They also cruised the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Panama Canal, and to Alaska and Hawaii.

Frank began his lifelong dream of seeing the sites of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World and to follow the footsteps of Alexander the Great when he and his parents and sister visited Egypt, just before he retired.

His fascination with Egypt led to his enrollment as a non-matriculating student at Brown University’s Graduate School of Egyptology and at Rhode Island College (Ancient Nubian Studies). These studies enabled him to visit Egypt four more times on archeological tours led by his professors. Frank also visited other countries of the Ancient World: Greece, Turkey, Syria, and Jordan. These specialized archeological and Ancient Biblical tours enabled him to complete seeing 6 of the 7 sites of Wonders of the Ancient World (excluding the Hanging Gardens of Babylon in Iraq), as well as following the footsteps of the Disciples of Jesus. He enjoyed sharing his travel experiences through lectures and slide shows and artifacts, with children at schools across the state, seniors at nursing homes and his affiliated organizations.

Frank also volunteered his time while living at North Farm for nine years. He was Co-Chairperson for a committee that developed and executed a long-term Comprehensive Landscape and Tree Maintenance Plan, consistent with the waterfront location on the bay that contained wetlands regulated by both the CRMC and the EPA. He was also a member of the Sons of Italy, Friends of Egyptology, the American Institute of Archeology, the Bristol Senior Citizens Council, and the Knights of Columbus Council 379. He was a daily communicant at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, a member of the Church Prayer Group, and the Nocturnal Adoration Society.

Visiting Hours will be held at Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood Street, Bristol, RI on Monday, January 5, 2026 from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. His funeral will start from Sansone Funeral Home at 10:00 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 141 State Street, Bristol. He will be laid to rest at North Burial Ground, Hope Street, Bristol with his beloved wife Patricia.

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12/27/2025

Dr. Edgardo Rodriguez

Dr. Edgardo Rodriguez, passed away peacefully at his home, The Point House, in Touisset, Warren, RI, on the evening of December 20, 2025, at the age of 81. He was surrounded by his family including his wife of 45 years, Suzanne Cruanes-Rodriguez, and their two sons, Forest and Hunter. He leaves behind family members including his two brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law, and beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends and colleagues.

Dr. Rodriguez was born in Manati, Puerto Rico, in 1944 to Manuel Rodríguez Cedeño and María Candida Cruz Miranda. He was pre-deceased by eight siblings, including three brothers, Hector, Israel, and Exor, and five sisters, Ruth Miriam, Hero, Olga, Leonor, and Millie. At the age of five, his family moved to New York City, where they settled in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY.

He served as Treasurer of his senior class at the New York School of Printing. After high school, Dr. Rodriguez served in the United States Navy from 1963 to 1969, and lived a life shaped by world travel and service. This included work at the Prithipura Infant Home in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), where he cared for sick and impoverished children.

A man of deep creativity and intellect, Dr. Rodriguez had a life-long affinity for playing the guitar, flute, and drums, as well as for singing and writing poetry. In 1974, he graduated from Fordham University with a degree in English and later completed his medical training at Columbia Presbyterian/St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospitals in upper Manhattan, NY.

Dr. Rodriguez worked as an anesthesiologist in Rhode Island for 37 years including time at Roger Williams Hospital, St. Joseph’s Hospital, and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in Providence, RI, and his “second home,” Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island in Pawtucket, RI. He was the consecutive two-term President of the Pawtucket Medical Society in 2001 and 2002 and served as a faculty member of Brown University. He was proud to have inspired many nurse anesthetist students through his teaching at The Memorial Hospital School of Nurse Anesthesia. Dr. Rodriguez was an earnest healer who treated his patients as if they were his own kin. His authenticity and compassion deeply touched the lives of all he served and worked with.

He spent many years tending to and enjoying his estate, Osprey Farm, on Mount Hope Bay in Bristol, RI, and summered at his shoreline residence at Point O’Woods Beach, in Old Lyme, CT. In his spare time, Dr. Rodriguez had a passion for gardening, boating and sailing, reading, history, music, caring for a wide variety of family pets, and nature, along with a deep appreciation for beauty and the arts.

A faithful Catholic, he attended Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Bristol, RI. He embodied the American dream in his professional life and was a patriotic American who adored Bristol and all the town had to offer. He was a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the RI Society of Anesthesiologists, the RI Medical Society, the American Association of Physician Specialists, the Preservation Society of Newport County, and the Friends of Mount Hope Farm.

Dr. Edgardo Rodriguez was a true Renaissance man—humble, kind to all, and one who passed on to his children his infectious spirit and joy for life in all of its facets. He was known for his energetic, captivating, and romantic personality, which warmed the hearts of everyone who knew him. He will be sorely missed.

Visiting Hours will be held at Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood Street, Bristol on Friday, January 2, 2026 from 8:30-10:00 AM. His funeral will start from Sansone Funeral Home at 10:00 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 141 State Street, Bristol. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Our Lady of Mount Carmel School.

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12/08/2025

Maria Virginia Morey

Maria Virginia (Santos) Morey, 82, of Bristol passed away peacefully on Monday, November 24, 2025. She was the loving wife of the late William H. Morey, Jr. for 62 years before his passing in June of 2024.

Born in Fall River, MA, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Margaret (Sousa) Santos. She graduated from Bristol Senior High School in 1960.

Maria was a secretary for the Providence Department of Social Welfare for many years. She enjoyed reading and playing cards. She loved Bristol, especially enjoying walks downtown. She loved to travel, she visited Toronto, Canada, Niagara Falls, Canada, Detroit, MI, Washington D.C, New York City, NY, and Lancaster, PA. Maria enjoyed watching talent programs on TV, ‘The Voice’ and ‘AGT’ ; Americas got Talent. She liked judges Blake Shelton and Adam Levine on the Voice. For music, she liked oldies from the 1950s and 1960s but also enjoyed modern artists like David Foster, Andrea Bocelli, and Josh Groban. In 2011, Josh performed in Providence at the then Dunkin Donuts Center. Her husband William took her to this nighttime concert which she loved!

Maria is survived by her son: Clifford W. Morey; her brother: Arthur Santos; and many relatives and friends.

Visiting Hours are respectfully omitted. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM at St. Elizabeth’s Church, 577 Wood Street, Bristol. Maria will be laid to rest with her beloved husband William at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Chestnut Street, Bristol. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name can be made to HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, 1085 N. Main Street, Providence, RI 02904.

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12/02/2025

Santo G. Bernardo

Santo G. Bernardo, 65, of Bristol passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at Newport Hospital. He was the son of the late Ralph and Emilia (Bucolo) Bernardo.

Santo worked as a car salesman for many years. On his free time he enjoyed playing cards, golfing, and was an avid sports fan.

He is survived by his siblings: Victoria Bernardo-Hill and Ralph A. Bernardo (Andrea); his nieces and nephews: Annabel Silverstrin (Jerad), Ralph A. Bernardo, III, Patrick Bernardo, Thomas Hill, Emilia Hill, Cristina Marino; his brother-in-law: Scott Marino; and many extended relatives and friends.

Santo was pre-deceased by his parents Ralph and Emilia and his sister Amy Marino.

A Visiting Hour will be held at Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood Street, Bristol on Friday, December 5, 2025 from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 141 State Street, Bristol at 11:00 AM. Burial will be private.

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11/26/2025

Ann D'Amico

Ann D D’Amico (nee Calderiso), 89, passed away on November 13, 2025 at Brookdale Sakonnet Bay. She was the widow of the late Paul A D’Amico Sr. A longtime resident of Bristol; she was born in Fall River, MA.

Ann dedicated her life to education. While she retired after 35 years from the Bristol-Warren School system; she continued to substitute for another 10 years. This meant that at times she taught 3 generations within the same family. Most of her time in the system was spent teaching 6th grade reading at Guiteras School. Ann was also devoted to her faith; she was a member of the Children of Mary and Holy Rosary Society at Mt Carmel Church.

Ann is survived by her 3 children: Paul D’Amico Jr, Michele D’Amico and Bethany D’Amico Stutts; 4 grandchildren: Rachel Goodrow, Joseph Stutts and his wife Cassandra Ares, Andrew Stutts and his significant other Taylor Donovan, and Paul III; and 4 great-grandchildren: Parker, Theo, Freya and Cash. She is also survived by her sisters: Joann Mancini and her husband Paul of Cranston, RI and Kathleen Cardoza and her husband Harold of Tiverton, RI.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 141 State Street, Bristol. She will be laid to rest at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Chestnut Street, Bristol.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ann’s name to the Our Lady of Mt Carmel School Scholarship Fund or the Lewy Body Dementia Association.

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11/18/2025

Patricia Ann Prendergast

Patricia “Pat’ Pendergast’s vibrant life was cut short on November 14, 2025. She was 77 years old.

Pat is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years Tom, her two children and their spouses Patrick (Jennifer) Prendergast and Erin (Rob) Tetreault, and the absolute loves of her life, her grandchildren Nora (Prendergast), Jack, and Brody (Tetreault). The daughter of Mary and Michael Benoit whom she cherished, she also leaves behind her sister Sandra (Dan) Cunningham, as well as many beloved sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Pat spent most of her life in Rhode Island, the last 45 years of which were in Bristol. It’s often said that you are only a true Bristolian if you were born there, but by all accounts, Pat was born to live in Bristol. She loved it. Whether it be her home and neighborhood on Jane Lane, her long walks in C**t State Park, dinner out with her many friends like Elaine and Debbie, or her long time job at Coastal Chiropractic Center - it was where she was meant and always wanted to be.

Full of energy with a zest for fun, Pat caught the travel bug later in life and enjoyed many trips with Tom and friends to various parts of the US, Caribbean, and Europe. But her favorite trips were when her family, children and grandchildren, could join them. So many great memories were made, and we are so grateful to have them now.

Above all Pat was so very proud to be grandmother to Nora, Jack, and Brody. She would do anything for them, spoiled them rotten, and loved them beyond measure. She would like them to remember that what happened at Grandma’s/Nama’s stays at Grandma’s/Nama’s and if they ever want to connect with her, just look up to the sky and tell her three good things. She will be there ready to listen.

If you were lucky enough to know or even meet Pat, she would welcome you into her home, gatherings, and family with open arms. She was so very caring and always went above and beyond for her friends and family who needed help or even just a little kindness. Her family will do their very best to make sure her beautiful legacy of kindness continues.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, November 25 at 10:00 AM at St. Mary’s Church, 330 Wood Street, Bristol, Rhode Island. She will be laid to rest at The Cremation Garden at North Burial Ground, Hope Street, Bristol. If you would like to honor Pat, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St, Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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11/10/2025

Joseph Nunes

Joseph Nunes, 70, passed away at his home on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was the devoted father of Michelle Elks (Dustin) and the loving companion of Debbie Ross for over 30 years before his passing.

Born on the island of Sao Miguel in the Azores, Portugal, he was the son of the late Jose and Alice (Ferreira) Nunes

Joseph, was a hardworking man who spent his career in concrete, helping to build bridges and structures that will stand for generations. A lifelong biker, Joe found freedom on the open road, especially on his Harley-Davidson, where he felt most at peace. For him, riding wasn’t just about the bike but also about the wind on his face, the open sky ahead, and the sense of connection that comes from being part of a community that knows what it means to live freely and fully.

For nearly 35 years, Joe shared his life with his partner, Deb. Through sickness and health, ups and downs, they stood by each other’s side. Deb lovingly cared for Joe and was always there for him, especially in recent years. Together, they shared countless good times and simple moments that meant the world to them both. Their love and devotion were constant in each other’s lives.

Joe was close to his only brother, John. They shared a lifelong bond built on love and loyalty. No matter what life brought their way, they stood by each other time after time. Their relationship was filled with support and the kind of unspoken understanding that only brothers share.

Joe was the kind of person who never met a stranger. He was outgoing, friendly, and always ready to strike up a conversation. Over the years, he had many close friendships and cared deeply for the people in his life. His friends meant a great deal to him, and he valued those connections as much as family.

Above all, Joe was a devoted father and an incredibly proud grandfather. He was deeply proud of his only child, Michelle, and the life she built. Even though they lived far away from each other, their bond remained strong and loving. He was endlessly proud of Michelle and her family. His grandson, Emmett, was the light of his life. Joe never missed a chance to talk about how proud he was of them and how much he loved them.

Joe’s kindness and love will live on through his family and friends. He touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

May he ride free forever.

Joe was pre-deceased by his parents: Jose and Alice; and his nephew: Justin M. Nunes.

In addition to his daughter Michelle (Dustin) and his companion Debbie, Joe also leaves behind his grandchild Emmett R. Elks; his brother: John P. Nunes (Sandra Durand); and many extended relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Chrisitan Burial at 10 AM at St. Elizabeth’s Church, 577 Wood Street, Bristol on November 15th, 2025. Visiting Hours are respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name can be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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