All Obituaries

Paul A. D'Amico Sr, LtC Army Retired Paul A D'Amico Sr, 85, passed away on July 3, 2022. He was the loving husband of Ann C. D'Amico (née Calderiso) for almost 63 years. A long time resident of Bristol, he was born in Pawtucket, RI. Paul retired from the Army after 36 years as Lieutenant Colonel. He received the Meritorious Service Award and Army Commendation Medal; he was XO of Artillery Battalions and East Bay Commander during the Blizzard of 1978. He was a Life...

Jeffrey S. Fonseca, Esq (1964–2022) Jeffrey S. Fonseca, 58, of Boston, MA passed away suddenly on June 21, 2022. Jeffrey grew up in Bristol, RI. Jeffrey was a graduate of Bristol High School, Boston University and Nova Law School in Florida where he received his Juris Doctorate degree. As a young lawyer he set a precedent in Florida law, an extraordinary accomplishment. He continued his studies at Emory Law School in Georgia where he worked towards his master's degree in law. He...

Stanley E. Toms, 84, of Tiverton, passed away on June 16th 2022, surrounded by his family at home. He was the husband of Rae F. Toms. Born in Easton, Maryland, he was the son of the late John and Hildred S. Toms. Mr. Toms is survived by his children Dr. Steven Toms of Providence and David Toms and his wife Anette M. Toms of Bristol. He was the grandfather of Daniel Toms and his wife Allie, Matthew Toms, Michael Toms, James Toms, and Adam Toms. He leaves behind his sister Joan Bozman of...

Wire and Cable CEO, Computer Consultant, Friend   Stanton Donald Ose, 80, of Bristol, RI, gave his soul to the angels on June 16, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family.  Born May 6, 1942 in Hallock, Minnesota, Stan grew up in Grand Marais and Crosby, Minnesota.  He started his education on the Red Lake Indian Reservation.  A proud member of Kirkland House, he graduated from Harvard University in 1964 with a BA in social relations and later earned his MBA from...

Ernest J. Bucci, 89, of Chestnut Street, passed away peacefully at home on June 15, 2022. He was the husband of Emily (Stanzione) Bucci, his wife of 45 years. Born in Berkeley, RI, he was the son of the late Vincenzo and Filomena (Jannarelli) Bucci. Ernest is survived by his children: Ernest (Donna) Bucci of Jacksonville, FL; Vincent Bucci of Jacksonville, FL; Barbara (Michael) Parent of Bellingham, MA; Marguerite (Michael) Januario of Bristol; Caroline Mancieri of East Providence;...

Joanne Wolf, 58, of Prudence Island, died peacefully at home in her sleep on June 10, 2022.  She will be greatly missed by her loving husband Adrian Iselin. She is survived by her mother, Jacquin Thomas, and her five siblings: Judith Wolf and her husband William Healey of North Kingstown, Nancy Wolf and her husband John Jaworski of Upton, MA, Max Wolf and his wife Audré of Nantucket, MA, John Wolf of Upton, MA, and Matthew Wolf and his wife Beverly Phillips of Nantucket, MA; her...

John N. Camara, 95 of Patterson Avenue passed away on June 7, 2022 at home.  He was the husband of Virginia Moniz (Castro) Camara.   Born in Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal, he was the son of the late John Machado and Maria Ornelas.  In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children: Maria Camara and her husband James of Warwick; Nelson Camara of Warren; Liz Camara (the late Joseph Agostinelli) of Barrington; Joel N. Camara and his wife Jacqueline of Warren, and his...

Robert “Bobby” J. Payne, 82, of Bristol passed away on June 5, 2022 at home.  He was the husband of Maria (Santos) Payne.   Born in Providence, he was the son of the late James and Lillian (Andrade) Payne.  In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons Robert J. Payne Jr., and his wife Elizabeth of Alabama; Michael Payne of Warren; and Allen Payne of Bristol.  He was the grandfather of Natasha Munford, Cynthia Payne, Zack Ribeiro, Justin Ribeiro...

Louis F. Sullo, 77, of Bristol, died peacefully on May 26, 2022 at Silver Creek Manor.  He was the loving husband of Debra J. (Cabral) Sullo. Born in New Zealand, he was the son of the late Ernesto Sullo and Josephine (Lawless) Sullo. Mr. Sullo was employed an as engraver with Balfour Co. for 30 years.  He was the former owner of Partner's Pub and also worked with George Patton Associates.  He was a communicant of St. Elizabeth Church.   He...

Celestino P. Dos Santos, 71, of Bristol, died May 25, 2022, at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the loving husband of Maria M. (Pacheco) Santos. Born in Sao Miguel, Azores, he was a son of the late Celestino Dos Santos and Maria C. (Pereira) Santos.    Mr. Dos Santos was employed as a laborer in the construction industry for many years and with Daponte's Landscaping until his retirement. He was a Communicant of St. Elizabeth’s Church and member of the...