All Obituaries

Manuel S. DeMendonca of Berkley died on December 12, 2019 following a period of declining health.  He was 74.  He was born on November 17, 1945 in Portugal and was raised in Fall River.  Prior to his retirement, Mr. DeMendonca worked as a foreman in the construction industry.  He enjoyed traveling, fishing and spending time with his family, whom he adored.   Beloved husband of the late Judith C. (Balzotti) DeMendonca. Devoted father of Jason and Cara. Grandfather...

Ryan Skabeikis - Watson of Middleboro passed away unexpectedly on November 18, 2019 at the age of 27 after a long battle with addiction.  He was the cherished son of the late Richard and Lisa Watson, beloved grandson of the late Al and Birute Skabeikis and the late Richard and Mary Watson, and brother of Kerilyn Watson. Ryan attended Middleboro schools and worked in construction.  He enjoyed the outdoors, riding ATVs with his cousins, Jesse and Bob Zemeitus and spending time with...

Michael C. Estabrook of Pembroke died peacefully and surrounded by his family on November 15, 2019.  He was 71.   He was born on September 30, 1948 in Cambridge and was raised and educated in Raynham.  Michael was a graduate of Bridgewater-Raynham High School, Class of 1966.  He served in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged. In addition, he served for many years and with pride as a member of the Massachusetts Army National Guard.  Prior to his...

George B. Millett, 79, of Middleboro, passed away on November 6th surrounded by family. Born and raised in Middleboro, he spent many years working as a machinist and carpenter. He had a love for motorcycles, animals, classic cars, rock and roll music, dancing, and margaritas. Some of his greatest memories included riding his Harley and camping across the country with his beloved, Janet.  George was the son of the late Margaret Morrison and George Millett, and brother of the late...

Lionel Arthur Chamberlain of Middleboro passed on November 3, 2019 at the age of 67. He was the son of the late Arthur W. of Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Rita H. (Girard) of Woonsocket, Rhode Island. He was the Brother of Denise A. Vose and her Husband Robert Of Blackstone, Helene Wood and her Husband Robert Of Easton, Roland and his Wife Athena Of EL Mirage, Arizona and the late Diane Petersen.  Father to Alysia Doten and her Husband Joseph, Sr. Of Norton, Christopher...

Leonard Thomas Freitag of Middleboro died somewhat unexpectedly on October 22, 2019.  He was 69. Lenny was born on October 7, 1950 in Jersey City, New Jersey, son of the late William F. and Marion W. (Olson) Freitag.  He was a graduate of Middleboro High School, Class of 1969 where he excelled in athletics and the Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Class of 1972, where he earned a degree in Marine Engineering.   Devoted father of Thomas L. Freitag and his wife, Jessica L....

Pamela L. (Parmenter) Savard of Buzzards Bay died on October 10, 2019.  She was 72.   Pamela was born to Alice and Fred Parmenter on January 23, 1947.  While working as a nurse's aid at Lakeville Hospital she met her husband of 46 years, Paul Savard. Pam had many artistic talents, most notably her crocheting, and many are blessed with her afghans.  Her wonderful love for animals gave her much joy, especially with her beloved cats, Callie, Molly and Cody.   Pam...

Frederick C. "Big Freddie" Cassiani, Jr. of Middleboro passed away peacefully in his East Taunton home on Thursday, September 12, 2019 of natural causes.  Freddie was born, raised and educated in Middleboro. He was a graduate of Middleboro High School, Class of 1974.  He later went to school and became a certified technician in telecommunications.  Freddie worked as a technician installing commercial telephone systems for most of his adult life.   He was...

Raymond J. Costa, Jr. of Middleboro died on September 6, 2019 in Oakhill Healthcare of complications related to a stroke.  He was 76.   He was born on April 3, 1943 in Dighton, where he resided for many years before moving to Cape Cod.  Mr. Costa was a truck driver for the Nemasket Trucking Company.  A veteran, he served in the United States Marine Corps and was honorably discharged.  He was a member of the VFW Post 2188.   Beloved son of Dorothy J....

Thomas Edward Gamache of Middleboro died peacefully and surrounded by his family on August 20, 2019.  He was 62.  Tom was born on May 9, 1957 in Middleboro, son of the late James D. and Patricia L. (Gazzolo) Gamache, attending local schools.  He was a man of many hats.  Tom spent many years truck driving, worked as a landscaper and was a business owner.  He loved his motorcycle, fishing and his family, especially his grandchildren.  He always enjoyed working on...