Carmen (Victoria) Deans

Carmen (Victoria) Deans, age 101, longtime resident of Newburyport, passed peacefully at Adviniacare of Newburyport, on Friday afternoon, November 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Carmen was married to William B. Deans for 48 years of wonderful memories, who passed on May 2, 2011.

Born in New Bedford, MA on September 29, 1925, Carmen was one of five children of the late Armand and Minnie (Laurente) Victoria and was a graduate of Central Falls High School in Central Falls, Rhode Island and was very proud to be a Valedictorian.

For many years Carmen had been a bookkeeper in the payroll department at Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport.

Her life was filled with memories that have been treasured throughout her life, and the love she cherished for her family and friends will always be remembered by her surviving children, William Deans and his deceased wife, Joyce, Richard Martin , Gary A. Martin and wife Dyana and Barbara McDonough; her seven grandchildren, whom she loved dearly, along with her sister Betty, and a niece, Sandy Stewart.

A Graveside Service for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 1 P.M. at Belleville Cemetery, 26 Storey Avenue, Newburyport, where Carmen will be laid to eternal rest next to her beloved husband, William. After the Graveside Service, a Funeral Service will be held at 2 P.M. at the Old South Presbyterian Church on 29 Federal Street, Newburyport. Arrangements were made by Elliott, Woodworth & Rogers Family Funeral Home, 35 Green Street, Newburyport MA 01950.