NORTH DIGHTON – Helen L. (Sousa) Ready, 96, longtime resident of North Dighton, died at Morton Hospital on Jan. 24, 2014.
She was the wife of the late Edwin W. Ready.
Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph G. and Louise (Grassie) Sousa.
A 1934 graduate of Taunton High School, Helen later moved to Boston where she lived for many years.
A homemaker for most of her adult life, she was a communicant of St. Nicholas of Myra Church.
A former civil defense volunteer and poll worker for the city of Taunton, Mrs. Ready was a member of the committee instrumental in founding the former SMU in Dartmouth.
She was a former Girl Scout leader, both in Boston and North Dighton, and in her spare time, enjoyed ceramics, gardening, crossword puzzles, playing cards and bird watching.
Survivors include a son, James Ready and his wife Joan of Dighton; two daughters, Ethel Louise Ready of North Dighton, with whom she resided, and Kathleen M. Ready of Hinsdale, NH; eleven grandchildren; many great grandchildren, many great great grandchildren; and a nephew.
She was also the sister of the late Genevieve O’Connell.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral mass at St. Nicholas of Myra Church on Tuesday, Jan. 28th at 10 a.m.
Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery.
Calling Hours are respectfully omitted.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dighton Ambulance Fund, Dighton Fire Department, 300 Main St. P.O. Box 603, Dighton, MA 02715.
Arrangements are by the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton, MA 02780.
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Mrs. Lea R. (Simard) Kruczek, of Taunton, died unexpectedly Sunday, January 26 in Morton Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Felix Kruczek. She was born 91 years ago in Quebec, Canada, and immigrated to Taunton as a child. She was educated in Taunton, having graduated from the former Leonard School, and had attended Taunton High School. Lea had been a city resident for most of her life. Prior to her retirement, she had been employed as a seamstress for the former Whittenton Garment Company for many years. She was a member of the former Msgr. Coyle High School Mothers Club, and the former St. Jacques Church Womens Guild. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed gardening, cooking and knitting. She was a communicant of the former St. Jacques Church in Taunton.
In addition to her husband, she leaves: 1 son: John Kruczek and his wife, Kathleen of Johnston, R.I.; a daughter-in-law: Wendy Kruczek of Berkley; 4 grandchildren: Dr. Kimberly Kruczek, Kelly Kruczek, Scott Kruczek and Bonnie Forsberg; 2 great grandchildren: Julie and Jacob Forsberg, and several nieces and nephews. Lea was also the mother of the late Stephen Kruczek.
Funeral services will be held from The Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home, 467 Bay Street, on Thursday, January 30 at 11:00 A.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow in St. Jude the Apostle Church at 12:00 Noon. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. A Visiting Hour will precede the funeral, Thursday, from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to the Alzheimers’ Association, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, Ma., 02472.

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James Richard Yost, God called “Jim” home today, January 27, 2014, surrounded by his beloved wife, Bette, and family after a period of failing health. Jim and his wife lived for the past 10 years in the Shangri-la “Oak Point,” Middleboro MA. Jim was the son of Charles and Dora (Lane) Yost. He was born in Oreton, VA in 1933. Jim is survived by his darling wife, Elizabeth “Bette” Yost, his five children, James Jr. and his wife Susan of Bridgewater, Ma, William Yost and his wife Ellen of Charlotte, NC, John Yost and his wife Mary of Middleboro, MA, Janice Yost of Somersworth, NH and Matthew Yost of Brockton, MA. His two beloved step-sons, Michael Thomas and his wife Katia of Dighton, MA and Stephen Thomas of Middleboro, MA. His sisters, Elizabeth Lane, Mrs. Shirley Harris and Eula Hall and her husband Jim, all of Big Stone Gap, VA. Jim is also a grandfather to eleven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Jim was an Army Korean War Veteran 1949-1951 and Air Force Veteran 1952-1958, and was a member of the Oak Point Veterans’ Association, Disabled Veterans, American Legion and the US Army 2nd Division. Jim retired in 1989, as a Manager of the Employee Assistance
Program, US Postal Service, Boston, MA. Jim was an avid golfer, pool player, and “karaoke” singer and loved to tell jokes at all Oak Point functions. Jim was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church in Middleboro, MA. Funeral from the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton, MA 02780 on Friday, January 31st at 10 am. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary’s Church at 11 am. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours on Thursday from 4-7 pm. Burial will be private the request of the family. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Jim’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org and the Disabled American Veterans. at www.dav.org

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In Brockton, January 27, 2014 John R. Murphy Age 51 passed away following a brief illness. He was born in Taunton, the son of Arthur & Anne Marie (Grundy) Murphy of Taunton. John has been a lifelong of Taunton. He was a graduate of Bristol Plymouth High School. John was employed as an auto mechanic and also owned Murphco Co., where he did engine building. John enjoyed drag racing, antique car shows and working on his 1951 and 1953 Chevys. John also leaves his loving companion Barbara Hayes of Easton. His brothers Arthur James III and Kevin Paul Murphy both of Taunton and the late Dennis Patrick Murphy. He also leaves his Aunt Marita Fair Murphy of Taunton. A funeral home service will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton, MA 02780 on Monday, Feb. 3rd at 11 am. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours on Sunday from 2-4 pm. Burial will be in the family lot in St. Francis Cemetery in Taunton. Donations in John’s memory may be made to the Holy Union Sisters Retirement Fund, 444 Centre St., Milton MA 02186

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TAUNTON – Mary (Medeiros) Machado, wife of the late Amilcar Machado, died at Marian Manor on Jan. 27, 2014.
She was 95.
Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Antone J. and Rosalina (Mendonca) Medeiros.
Raised and educated in the Azores, she moved to Taunton in 1956.
Mrs. Machado was employed by the former John Lucey and Corcoran Shoe Companies, and later worked for the former Paul Dever State School.
She retired many years ago.
A communicant of Annunciation of the Lord Church, and member of the Holy Rosary Sodality, she enjoyed Bingo; and spent many hours crocheting.
Survivors include a son, Anthony E. Machado and his wife Dianne of Taunton; two daughters, Fatima Rodrigues of Taunton, and Mary E. Medeiros and her husband Joaquim of Dighton; eight grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; two nieces and a nephew.
She was also the mother of the late Clementine Cardoza and the sister of the late Angelo Medeiros.
Her funeral will be held from the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton on Thursday, Jan. 30th at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral mass at Annunciation of the Lord Church at 10 a.m.
Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend.
Calling Hours will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, Jan. 29th from 5 to 8 p.m.
www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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Evarista Giovanoni passed away on the morning of January 29, 2014 at the Newton Healthcare Center. Mrs. Giovanoni was 96 years old.

In accordance to Evarista’s wishes cremation will take place at Duxbury Crematory and burial will follow at a later date in St. Thomas Aquinas Cemetery in Bridgewater.

Arrangements are under the care of the Taunton Funeral Home 8 Crapo St. Taunton, MA (508)821-7771.

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TAUNTON – Harriet Anne Viveiros, 75, died at her Taunton home on Jan. 26, 2014.
A lifelong Taunton resident, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Mello) Viveiros.
Harriet attended Taunton schools and graduated from Taunton High School in 1957.
She was employed by Rand McNally for many years, retiring in 2002.
An avid sports fan, Harriet enjoyed casino excursions and playing Bingo.
Survivors include two sisters, Lucille Laranjo and her husband Albert of Taunton and Florida, and Linda Reed of Helena Montana; and several nieces and nephews. She was also the sister of the late John “Jackie” Viveiros, Mildred Viveiros and Florence Martin.
A Memorial Visitation will be held at the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton on Saturday, April 12th from 1 to 3 p.m.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Taunton Firefighters Association, 50 School Street, Taunton, MA 02780.
www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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In Boston, January 18, 2014 Nancy Furtado died at Brigham and Woman’s Hospital in Boston after a long battle with brain cancer. Nancy was born in New Bedford and was a graduate of Taunton High School class of 1972. When Nancy was young she placed in speed walking races. She waitressed at the Root Beer Stand and Tanes Restaurant. Nancy loved dancing and walking the bird sanctuary. Her hobbies were watching British Mysteries and was a lover of all animals. Her giggles were contagious and her smile brought happiness to all she touched. She also enjoyed vanning with her friends and was a member of New England Van Council. Nancy was the mother of Amber, Rich, Oscar, Ditty and Meow. Calling hours will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington Street in Taunton at a date and time to be announced. In lieu of flowers donations in Nancy’s name may be made to gofundme.com to help the family with the funeral expenses.

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In Raynham, January 30, 2014 Ruth M. (Coombs) Belcher wife of the late Paul W. Belcher died at Life Care Center at the age of 98. Born in Taunton, Ruth was the daughter of the late Frank and Helen (Leprohon) Coombs. Ruth was a graduate of Taunton High School and worked at the former Mell’s Jewelry Store in Taunton. She was the Aunt of Ruth Ann Cleary of Taunton. Service and interment will be private.

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TAUNTON – Christian Alexander Savoie, beloved infant son of Eric V. Savoie and Lilia (Rocha) Schmidt, died unexpectedly at his Taunton home on Jan. 28, 2014.
He was born in Providence, RI on July 28, 2013.
In addition to his parents, he leaves his maternal grandmother, Maria Rocha of Taunton; a brother, Brandon R. Heroux of Woonsocket, RI; a sister, Heather L. Savoie of SC; and many aunts and uncles.
His funeral will be held from the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton on Monday, Feb. 3rd at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of the Angels at St. Anthony Church at 10 a.m.
Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend.
Calling Hours will be held at the funeral home on Sunday, Feb. 2nd from 4 to 7 p.m.
www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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In Taunton, January 24, 2014 Dawnmarie Lima, age 47 passed away at home unexpectedly. She was born in Taunton, the daughter of Mary (McKenna) Lima of Taunton and the late John Lima. Dawnmarie has resided all her life in Taunton. She attended Taunton schools and a graduate of Taunton High School. She enjoyed cooking and was a devoted mother who cherished her time with family. She leaves her children Justice, Jason, Arianna and Nicholas all of Taunton. Her siblings Michael, Edward and David Mello and Jeffrey Lima and the late John “Jay” Lima. Arrangements are under the direction of the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home in Taunton. Funeral services are private at the request of the family.

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TAUNTON – Mary J. (Welch) Machado of Taunton died at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, Boston on Feb. 6, 2014. She was 78. Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late George A. and Clara (Smith) Welch. A lifelong resident of Taunton, she attended Taunton schools and was employed by the former Norwell Lighting Plant in East Taunton as an assembler for many years. Mrs. Machado enjoyed watching the Patriots and Red Sox and taking trips to Foxwoods. Survivors include a son, George E. Machado, Jr. of Hubbardston, MA; two daughters, Kimberly A. Greenberg and her husband Jerry of Taunton, and Melissa M. Herren of East Wareham; a sister, Dorothy Mora of Taunton; six grandchildren, Laura and Christopher Machado, Kayla and Kyle Greenberg, and Tiffany and Cortnee Herren; her former husband, George E. Machado, Sr. of Raynham; and several nieces and nephews. She was also the sister of the late Eleanor Machado. Graveside service will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery, on Tuesday, Feb. 11th at 1 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling Hours are respectfully omitted. Arrangements are by the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton. www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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TAUNTON – Maria Eduarda (Botelho) Pinto of Taunton, wife of the late Guilhermino Pinto, died at Morton Hospital & Medical Center on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2014. She was seventy-nine. Born in Portugal, she was the daughter of the late Fernando and Isabel (Moniz) Botelho. Mrs. Pinto was employed by the Foxboro Company for many years, retiring several years ago. A communicant of Annunciation of the Lord Church, she enjoyed reading and soccer. Survivors include her son, Jorge Pinto of Taunton; a brother, Mario Jorge Botelho of Portugal; and two grandchildren, Marlayna Pinto and Sara Pinto, both of Taunton. She was also the mother of the late Ana Isabel Morais. A memorial mass will be held at Annunciation of the Lord Church, First St. Taunton on Monday, Feb. 10th at 10:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Graveside Services will follow at the family lot, in the St. Elizabeth Section of St. Joseph Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Calling Hours are respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are by the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway at St. Mary’s Square, Taunton. www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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In Providence, RI, Paul Lamoureux 90 died February 11, 2014 at the VA Medical Center. Paul was born in New Bedford and was the son of the late Emile and Eva (LaBrie) Lamoureux. Paul moved to Taunton in 1996. He was a veteran of the Korean War and worked at the New Bedford Rayon for over twenty years. He is survived by his sister Jeanne Contwell of Taunton and a brother Mel Lamoureux of Santa Maria, CA. Uncle of six nephews. Calling hours will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington Street in Taunton Monday, February 17th from 6-7 PM followed by a service at 7 PM. Interment will be private at the National cemetery in Bourne, MA. In lieu of flowers donations in Paul’s memory may be made to Liberty Christian Center/ Missions Fund, 159 Winthrop Street, Taunton, Ma, 02780.

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In Taunton, February 16, 2014 Winifred E. (Costa) Ellis wife of the late John Ellis died at Morton Hospital in Taunton at the age of 92. Born and educated in Dighton, Winifred was the daughter of the late Manuel and Eva (Correira) Costa. Winifred was the Assistant Store manager for the former F.W. Woolworths in Taunton. She was the mother of Sandra Norton of Raynham. Grandmother of Todd Moitoza of Raynham. Great Grandmother of Christopher Moitoza of Paris Island, S.C., Caroline Moitoza of Bridgewater and John Moitoza of Bridgewater. Sister of Mabel Braga of Taunton, Thelma Pierce of Dighton, Shirley Moyer of N.C., Cynthia Medeiros of Taunton and the late Eva Costa and Robert Costa. Godmother of Cory Medeiros of Taunton. Aunt of the late Troy Medeiros and many other nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington Street in Taunton Thursday, February 20th from 5-7 PM followed by a service at 7 PM. A graveside service will be at St Francis Cemetery in Taunton on Friday at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers donations in Winifred’s memory may be made to Poodle Rescue of New England, P.O. Box 441447, Somerville, MA, 02144-0012.

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MANSFIELD – Efrain Reillo, 36, of Mansfield, died while vacationing in Puerto Rico on Feb. 16, 2014. Born in Puerto Rico, he was the son of Ana Iris Montalvo and Juan Navarro of Taunton. Currently, he was employed by the Dealer Tire Company of Mansfield. Efrain will be remembered for being a hard- working, family oriented man. He was funny, loving, and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was known for being outspoken, and always making fun. In addition to his parents, he leaves his longtime companion, Diana Gonzalez of Mansfield; a son, Diandrew Reillo of Mansfield; a sister, Ana Zoe Navarro of Taunton; two brothers, Juan Carlos Oller and Juan Navarro, both of Taunton; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. His funeral will be held at the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton on Saturday, Feb. 22nd at 10 a.m. followed by a funeral mass at St. Mary’s Church at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling hours will be held at the funeral home on Friday, Feb. 21st from 5 to 8 pm. www.silvafuneralhome.com

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Clara Fitzgerald passed away at Life Care Center of Raynham on Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at the age of 85 after losing her battle with cancer. Clara was the daughter of the late Lucy and Elmore Berry of Taunton. She was predeceased by her late husband Manuel Mello. Clara is survived by two sons, William Mello of New Hampshire and Richard Mello of MA. She is also survived by her siblings, William Berry of Taunton, Patricia Erler and her husband Terry of Missouri, Mary Rose of Dighton and Eleanor Berry of Taunton. She also leaves several nieces and nephews. Clara worked at Swanks in Taunton for over thirty six years and made many dear friends there. Her last residence was at the Massasoit housing in East Taunton where she also made some wonderful friends. Clara was an avid lighthouse collector and had many of every kind and size imaginable. She also enjoyed weekend’s trips to visit coastal lighthouses, especially along the coast of Maine. She also went on many whale watching trips, and was happiest when near the ocean. Calling hours will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington Street in Taunton Saturday, February 22nd from 1-3 PM followed by a service at 3 PM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers donations in Clara’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, Ma, 01701.

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BERKLEY – James M. Crane, 25, died unexpectedly at his Berkley home on Feb. 19, 2014. He was the son of James F. Crane and the late Nancy L. (Rizzo) Crane; and the stepson of Kathy Rego. Born in Boston, he was raised in Berkley and was a graduate of Coyle & Cassidy High School. He also attended Southern New Hampshire University. In addition to his parents of Berkley, he leaves a daughter, Jaylynn Nancy Crane and her mother Jessica Clark of Middleboro; two brothers, Michael A. Crane of CA and Adam J. Crane of Berkley; three sisters, Rebecca Gomaa, Lyndsey Sylva and Shannon Rego, all of Taunton; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Calling Hours are respectfully omitted. Burial will be at Mayflower Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5 Manley St. West Bridgewater, MA 02379. Arrangements by the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton. www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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TAUNTON – Elizabeth A. (Silvia) Mosher, wife of the late Ernest F. Mosher, died at Morton Hospital surrounded by her family on Feb. 22, 2014. She was 72. Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Blanche (Mackiewicz) Silvia. Mrs. Mosher was a lifelong Taunton resident and a 1959 graduate of Taunton High School. Employed by the former Mason Box Company for over 40 years, she retired in 2005. A member of the Weir Senior Citizens, she enjoyed Yoga, Bingo, excursions to Twin Rivers, and dining out. Survivors include two sons, Timothy F. Mosher and his wife Maureen and Mark W. Mosher and his wife Marybeth; a daughter, Beth Ann Mosher and her companion Scott Moles; a sister, Frances E. Davenport; three grandchildren, Tyler, Courtney and Caitlin Mosher; her best friends, Helen Laranjo and Barbara Keough; two nieces; and several cousins. She was also the sister of the late Kathleen Flynn and Lori Ann Silvia. Funeral Services will be held at the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway Taunton on Friday, Feb. 28th at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling Hours will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, Feb. 27th from 4 to 7 p.m. www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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Miss Eva Salamon, of Taunton, died Wednesday, February 26 in Longmeadow of Taunton following a brief illness. She was born 95 years ago in Taunton, the daughter of the late Peter and Antonia (Sosenko) Salamon. She was educated in Taunton, having graduated with High Honors from Taunton High School, Class of 1936, and had also attended the former Bristol County Business College in Taunton. She was a lifelong city resident. Prior to her retirement, she had been employed as Principal Clerk at the former Paul A. Dever State School for 20 years. Eva was previously employed as a secretary at the former General Electric in Taunton for 19 years. She was active and donated to several area charitable associations. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles and current events. She was a member of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church in Cumberland, R.I. She leaves: 3 brothers: William Salamon of No. Kingstown, R.I., Paul Salamon of Taunton, and Peter Salamon and his wife, Mary of Taunton; 1 sister: Helen Booth of Taunton; her sister-in-law: Helen (Strojny) Salamon, and 18 nieces and nephews. Eva was also the sister of the late Anna Ladebauche, Mary Marney, Esther Costa, Julia Salamon, Nicholas Salamon and John Salamon and his wife, Rita. A Funeral Service will be held at The Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home, 467 Bay Street, on Monday, March 3 at 11:00 A.M. Interment will follow in Mayflower Hill Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. A Visiting Hour will precede the Service, Monday, from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M.

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