Karl Glosl Jr., 85, died Sunday, September 17, 2023 at Rhode Island Hospital after a brief illness. Born in New Bedford, son of the late Karl and Mildred (Homick) Glosl, he lived in the city for most of his life. He also served in the U.S. Air Force, where he received a medal for good conduct. Karl was a good businessman and owned an apple orchard for many years. In his free time, he especially loved spending time with his favorite dog, Blackie. Karl is survived by his brother, Emil M....

Lorraine R. Buckley, 92, died Monday, September 11, 2023 at Alden Court Nursing Care in Fairhaven after a brief illness. She was the wife of the late Charles H. Buckley. Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Louis and Alphonsine (Roy) Poitras, she lived in the city for most of her life. Lorraine worked at the Gomes School for the New Bedford School Department for many years until her retirement. She was also a member of the Romeo and Juliet Square Dance Club and volunteered at the...

New Bedford – Antonio C. Tabales, 93, died Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at St. Luke’s Hospital after a brief illness. Born in the Juncos, Puerto Rico, the son of Juan Cruz Molina and Francisca Tabales Santiago, he lived in New Bedford for most of his life. Antonio enjoyed gambling, walking, and watching tv, especially baseball. He also loved spending time with his family. Antonio is survived by his 5 sons, Wilson Cruz, Antonio Cruz Jr., David Cruz, Anthony Cruz, Richard Cruz;...

Mary A. Pacheco, 100, of Fairhaven, died Sunday, August 13, 2023 at Our Lady’s Haven. She was the wife of the late Jose M. Pacheco. Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Jose and Mary (Perry) Amaral, she lived in the city for most of her life. Mary worked as in inspector in the Golf Division at the Acushnet Company until her retirement. She was also a communicant of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church, and a member of the Ladies of the Rosary Society. In her free time,...

Worcester – Lenny Cruz, 45, died Thursday, July 13, 2023. Born in the Bronx, New York, the son of Antonio Cruz and the late Elise Garcia, he lived in Fall River for most of his life. Lenny enjoyed nature, camping, fishing, dogs and music. He also liked watching basketball and baseball, and was an avid New York Yankees fan. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren Lenny is survived by his 7 sons; his 5 daughters; several brothers and sisters; and his two...

Mario F. Dinis, 83, of New Bedford, died Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at home with his family by his side. He was the husband of Maria (Lino) Dinis. Born in St. Michael, Portugal, son of the late Gil and Clarise (Silvia) Dinis, he lived in Florida for most of his life. Mario was avid soccer player. He enjoyed travelling, working in the yard and spending time out on his boat. He is survived by his wife, Maria; his son, Mark Dinis and his companion, Eric; two daughters, Sandra Amaral and her...

William Barton, 90, of East Freetown, died Saturday, July 1, 2023, at St. Luke's Hospital after a brief illness. He was the husband of Dorothy (Cembalisty) Barton. Born in New Bedford, son of the late William and Hannah (Ogden) Barton, he lived in the city for most of his life. William was a member Knights of Columbus, past Grand Knight of Council 151. He was also the owner of Albert's Barber Shop in New Bedford for over 50 years until his retirement. William was a man of strong...

September 2, 1947 – June 26, 2023 Steven Hunt, 75, of Fairhaven, loving husband of Joanna (Sobolewski) Hunt, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2023, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, surrounded by family. Steven was born in Boston on September 2, 1947, son of the late Stewart and Lillian (Stremlau) Hunt. Besides his wife Joanna, Steven is survived by his three beloved children; Stewart (and partner Mandy), Allison (and partner Barry), and Jeremy (and fiancé Holly); grandson;...

Randy Karta, 54, of New Bedford, passed away unexpectedly after a medical emergency, June 24, 2023. Randy’s interests varied greatly from movies, classic TV shows, and attending concerts, to spending as much time outside tending to his garden. Randy was a proud union laborer for Local 151 for 30 years with most of his career spent with Flett Construction, whom he worked tirelessly for and put everything into each job. He was predeceased by his parents, Charlotte and Richard, and his...

Sonia Klakus, age 71, passed from this life on June 4, at St. Luke’s Hospital, where she succumbed to cancer. She left a wide circle of colleagues and friends in New Bedford, where she resided with her husband of 30 years in their Clinton St. home. Born in Fairhaven to the late Stanley and Gladys Pelczarski, she attended the College Prep Program at High Mowing School in Wilton, NH, where she developed a love of reading and a deep and abiding respect and love of nature. Both loves...