All Obituaries

Claire Harriet Masterson, RN,CHOR, M. Ed, passed away on June 8, 2026. She was born on July 31, 1930, to Wilhelmina Masterson-Bowles and Richard Masterson. Claire graduated from Bay View Academy and earned her BA and RN at Pawtucket Memorial Hospital. She also finished the Master of Education Program at Rhode Island College. Her nursing career was a busy one with much of that time devoted to operating room service, and teaching other nurses, first at RI Hospital, then at Kent Hospital, ...

Mary E. Conway, 82, of North Kingstown, died peacefully on July 10, 2026 at Bayview Nursing Center at Scalabrini.  She was the wife of the late Warren J. Conway.  Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late James A. Cassidy and Philomena T. (Fico) Cassidy.   Mary was a graduate of Rhode Island College and the University of RI where she received her master’s degree in library science.  She was an English Teacher and Librarian with Warwick Public Schools ...

JoAnn J. (Berard) Sippy, of Warwick, was 78 years old when she passed away on the 4th of July. She went peacefully, after a brief battle with cancer. Born on June 4th, 1948, by Maurice and Veronica Berard. JoAnn will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of family and friends. JoAnn received a bachelor’s degree from Mount St Joseph’s college and received a master’s degree in ...

Robert N. Hazard, Jr., 55, of Providence, died peacefully on July 3, 2026 at Rhode Island Hospital.  He was the husband of Shannon L. (Rose) Hazard.  Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Robert N. Hazard, Sr. and Wanda M. (Walmsley) Hazard. Mr. Hazard was employed as a laborer in the manufacturing industry until his retirement.  He was a devoted father and loving husband who enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.  In addition to his wife, he leaves ...

Ronald A. Lussier, 68, of Exeter, passed away July 3, 2026 at Kent Hospital.  He was the husband of the late Deborah A. (McCarthy) Lussier.  Born in South Kingstown, he was the son of the late Archie Lussier and Ethel M. (Reynolds) Lussier. Ron was employed as a machinist with Electric boat for many years until his retirement.  He loved boating, RVing, riding dirt bikes in his younger years, and spending time outdoors.   He leaves his loving sons, ...

Mary Josephine Egan (O'Connell), 87, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving and forever indebted family. Born on April 8, 1939, Mary Jo was the daughter of James and Josephine (Garcia) O'Connell. She was a lifelong learner who wore many hats and had many wonderful jobs throughout her life. Her most treasured job was being a mother to her eight children. Mary Jo worked tirelessly and endlessly bringing joy everywhere she went, to know her was to love her. Mary Jo ...

Dana F. Berube, 74, of Richmond, died at home on June 27, 2026.  He was the loving husband of Lorraine A. (Pesce) Berube.  Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Leo J. Berube and Regina (McManus) Berube. Mr. Berube was a lifelong native Rhode Islander. He was employed with Carbon Technology of Exeter from the age of 18.  He enjoyed sailing, telling silly puns, and had a passion for cars.  He was a member and newsletter editor for the Rhode ...

Priscilla Jane (P.J.) Felker, 74, passed away at Kent Hospital on June 24, 2026. She was the loving wife of Caroline Pippert of Warwick for 15 years. Caroline and P.J. had been together for 50 years. P.J. was the daughter of the late Robert S. and Emily (Bragdon) Felker of Old Orchard Beach, ME. She is survived by a brother, Steve Felker, and sister-in-law, Francine Felker, of Old Orchard Beach, Maine. She was the aunt of 3 nieces, 3 great nephews, and 2 great nieces. She was a 1970 ...

Betty M. (Kellerman) Joyal, 93, passed away on June 4, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late William Joyal.  Born in Mosgrove, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Gilmer and Dorothy (Nichols) Kellerman. Betty is survived by her Five Great-Grandchildren, and her 2 Great-Great Grandchildren. Betty was predeceased by her daughter Faith Wallace, her granddaughter Catherine Pray, and her siblings Gaylene DePalma, Vincent, Donald, Paul, Kenneth, and Robert Kellerman Funeral ...

William C. Dyer Jr., 91, of Warwick passed away Monday, June 22, 2026, at Hope Health Philip Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence. Born in Warwick, he was the only child of the late William and Dorothy (Towne) Dyer. Bill was the loving husband of the late Genevieve (Carpenter) to whom he was married for 46 wonderful years. He was the father to David (Melanie) and Nancy Ellen and grandfather to Rosalie. Bill also enjoyed close ties and frequent reunions with his extended families, ...