TAUNTON – Luella L. (Duarte) Sarvia, wife of the late Robert Sarvia, died at Marian Manor Nursing Home on September 3, 2014. She was 82. Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Ludevia R. (Moquin) Duarte. Educated in Taunton schools, she was employed as an accounts receivable clerk at the former Renie’s Curtain Factory for thirty years. She was also employed by Reed & Barton for ten years. She enjoyed being a devoted wife and mother and cherished time spent with her family. Survivors include a son, Steven R. Sarvia of Taunton; a sister, Lorraine Santarpia of Somerset; two grandsons, Steven Seifert and Ryan Sarvia, both of Taunton. Her funeral will be held from the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway on Monday, September 8th at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral mass at St. Mary 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, September 7th from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Marian Manor Activities Dept., 33 Summer St., Taunton, MA 02780. www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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In Taunton, September 8, 2014 Jean Elizabeth Burniston, Age 61, passed away in her home following a lengthy illness, while surrounded by her loving husband and friends. Jean was the wife of Harry Burniston of Taunton. She was born in Boston, the daughter of the late Wheaton & Doris (Forbes) Monroe. Jean has resided in Taunton since 1985 and was formerly of Attleboro. She was a devoted aide for the Commonwealth of MA and worked for the former Paul E. Dever State School and S.R.S. Jean loved her Shetland Sheepdogs and was a professional trainer. She enjoyed flower gardening, her work and cherished her time with her husband and many friends. In addition to her husband, Jean also leaves her brother Ronald Monroe of CT. She also leaves many friends and enjoyed the monthly breakfast club meetings. A graveside service will be held at Cedar Knoll Cemetery in East Taunton on Thursday, September 11th at 11 am. Visiting hours are kindly omitted. Arrangements are under the direction of the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home in Taunton. Donations may be made in Jean’s memory to the Taunton Animal Shelter, 821 West Water St., Taunton, Ma 02780.

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Lillian Mary Alegi Riva of Taunton, MA passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Sept 10, 2014. She was the eldest daughter of the late Elsa Nigra Alegi and Lavinio F. Alegi, formally of Fano, Italy and Taunton, MA. For 64 years, she was the beloved wife of Ramo F. Riva. Devoted mother of Brenda Ruggiero and her husband William of Taunton, MA, Randall Riva and his wife Diane of Winchester, MA and Cynthia Sullivan and her husband Patrick of Taunton, MA Loving grandmother of Brianne Gore and her husband Javin of Boston, Ryan Ruggiero of Edgewater, NJ, Marina Riva of Boston, MA , Renee Riva of Boston, MA, Brittany Sullivan of Boston, MA and Patrick Sullivan Jr. of Taunton, MA and proud great- grandmother of Tabor William Gore of Boston, MA. She was the cherished sister of Gilbert F. Alegi and his wife Lorette and Laura Patneaude and her husband Robert, both of Taunton, MA and is survived by several dear nieces, nephews and cousins. Lillian was a graduate of Walker Grammar School where she was the president of her 8th grade class. She graduated magna cum laude from Taunton High School in 1947 where Lillian received the Spanish medal for excellence. Lillian was fluent in 4 foreign languages and received a full tuition scholarship to Bridgewater State College for foreign language study. Following graduation, Lillian was an IBM operator at the silver company Reed and Barton. As a member of the Riva family, she helped establish the famous Gondola Restaurant which she owned with her family for more than 55 years. She was a member of the Peter B. Gay Sons of Italy Lodge, the Taunton Italian Social Club, the Taunton Junior Women’s Club, the Immaculate Conception Women’s Guild, the Coyle and Cassidy High School Mothers’ Club and the Weir Seniors. During the winter months, Lillian enjoyed vacationing at her home in Pompano Beach, Florida. Lillian’s summers were spent at her beach house in Point Independence, Onset, MA where she enjoyed spending time by the bay with her family. In her spare time Lillian enjoyed shopping, tending to her rose garden, crocheting, antiquing, ceramics, and endless phone conversations with family and friends including her many dear cousins in Italy. Her illness did not hold her back from taking a family trip this past April to Rome and Fano, Italy. She was devoted to her Catholic faith and was a member of the former Immaculate Conception Church and now St. Mary’s Parish. Calling hours will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington Street in Taunton on Monday, September 15th from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St Mary’s Church in Taunton on Tuesday September 16th at 10 AM. Interment St Joseph Cemetery in Taunton. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in Lillian’s memory to: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute-Dr. Peter Enzinger Research Fund, Mail to Dr. Peter Enzinger, 450 Brookline Avenue, Room D1220, Boston, MA 02215 or Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or via www.dana-faber.org/gift.

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In Taunton, September 13, 2014 Virginia E. (Harrigan) Paquette wife of the late Roland Paquette died at her home with her family by her side at the age of 90. Born in Taunton, Virginia was the daughter of the late John and Yvonne (Bilodeau) Harrigan. Virginia was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School class of 1942, she was also a Eucharist Minister, a volunteer at the former Morton Hospital for over fifteen years and was the coordinator for religious education at the former St Paul’s Church for over twenty years. Virginia was the mother of Stephen M. Paquette and his wife Susan of Cumberland, RI, Virginia M. Taylor and her husband David of California, Paul H. Paquette and his wife Lynda of Alaska, Jean L. Gardner of Danbury, NH, Marie A. Jacinto and her husband Douglas of West Wareham, Louise Y. Nunley and her husband Jim of Taunton and Peter J. Paquette and his wife Erika of Fredericksburg, VA. Grandmother of twenty three grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren. Sister of the late Brother Aubert Harrigan of the holy cross brothers and Rita Sheehy. Funeral from the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington Street in Taunton on Wednesday, September 17th at 9 AM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St Andrew the Apostle Church in Taunton at 10 AM. Calling hours will be on Tuesday from 5-8 PM. Interment St Francis Cemetery in Taunton. In lieu of flowers donations in Virginia’s memory may be made to the St Vincent DePaul Society, 141 Washington Street, Taunton, Ma, 02780.

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TAUNTON – Michael B. Normandin, husband of Marisa L. (Tucan) Normandin of Taunton, died at Morton Hospital on Sept. 10, 2014. He was 59. Born in Waterbury, CT, he was the son of the late Marcel and Marceline (O’Brien) Normandin. Raised and educated in CT, Michael later served in the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Army Reserves. He was employed as a machinist by the Automatic Machine Products Company of Taunton for fifteen years. In addition to his wife, he leaves a stepson, Stephen H. LaPlante of Attleboro; two stepdaughters, Sarah M. LaPlante of Taunton and Anne C. Murphy of North Attleboro; a brother, Robert Normandin of Prospect, CT; and a sister, Patricia Davino of Prospect, CT. Michael was also the brother of the late James Normandin. Services will be held at the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton on Wednesday, Sept. 17th at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Burial will follow at the Massachusetts National VA Cemetery in Bourne. Calling Hours will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, Sept. 16th from 4 to 6 p.m. www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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In New Bedford, of Taunton September 12, 2014 Devon Carissa Marie Prado daughter of David and Maria (Gallego) Prado of Taunton and her mother Leigh-Ann Botelho of Tennessee. Step daughter of Allen Botelho of Kentucky. Devon was a graduate of Taunton high School class of 2004 and she was a free spirit who loved her family. Devon loved animals and was most at peace when she was horseback riding. Devon was a talented artist and loved to crochet to keep her hands busy. Devon was the mother of her daughter Kinley Prado. She was the granddaughter of her “Mem” Rita Gallego of Taunton and the late James Gallego and Emily (Oliver) Green. Sister of Michael Prado of Taunton, Robert Bates of Cape Cod and Meaghan Botelho of Kentucky. She is also survived by several aunts, uncles, niece and nephews. A Mass will be held at Holy Rosary Church in Taunton Thursday, September 18th at 10 AM. Calling hours will be on Wednesday from 5-8 PM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers donations in Devon’s memory may be made to Learn 2 Cope, P.O. Box 60, Raynham, Ma, 02767 or NAMI, P.O. Box 62596, Baltimore, Maryland, 21264, nami.org.

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Barbara J. Smith passed away on August 18, 2014. With respect to Barbara’s wishes all services will be private and cremation will take place at Duxbury Crematory. Taunton Funeral Home is proud to have been trusted to take care of Barbara and serve her family.

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In Taunton, September 17, 2014 Milton George Age 95, passed away suddenly in Morton Hospital. Milton was born in Taunton, the son of the late Arthur & Lillian George. Milton served his country during WWII in the U.S. Army. He worked as a jewelry maker for several companies in Attleboro. Milton enjoyed reading, photography, fishing and long trips on his bicycle. Milton was the brother of the late Gilbert and Lawrence George. He leaves his nephew Larry George of Raynham and his great niece and nephew Larry and Michelle George. A graveside service will be held at Mayflower Hill Cemetery in Taunton on Sept. 22nd at 11:30 am. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. Arrangements are under the direction of the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home in Taunton.

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In Fall River, September 19, 2014 Lillian M. Murphy Age 84, passed away in St. Ann’s Hospital following a brief illness while surrounded by her loving family. Lillian was the wife of the late Charles T. Murphy. She was born in Boston, the daughter of the late Joaquin & Harriet (Dyer) DaRosa. Lillian was a Taunton resident most of her life. She attended both Boston and Taunton schools and following high school attended nursing school where she received her LPN license. Lillian worked at the former Paul E. Dever State School in Taunton as a LPN. She enjoyed trips to the casinos, camping, and playing bingo and cherished her time with family. Lillian also found it fulfillment in her volunteer work, helping the elderly and the Lions Club in Raynham where she was an active member. Lillian is survived by her children Robert Murphy and his wife Filomena of Taunton, Paul Murphy of New Bedford and her late son Charles T. Murphy. She was preceded in death by her siblings Carol Smith, Kathy Amaral, Eleanor Rosenberg, Dolly Leonard, Gene DaRosa and Jack DaRosa. Lillian also leaves her loving eight grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Funeral from the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton, Ma 02780 on Thursday, Sept. 25th at 9 am. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Jude the Apostle Church in Taunton at 10 am. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours on Weds. From 5-8 pm. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Taunton. Donations in Lillian’s memory may be made to the Raynham Lions Club, P.O. Box 100, 2234 King Philip St., Raynham, MA 02768.

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TAUNTON – Hazel (Freitas) Silveira, beloved wife of Anthony Silveira of Taunton, passed peacefully surrounded by her family at Morton Hospital on Sept. 21, 2014. She was 89. Born and raised in Taunton, she was a 1943 graduate of Taunton High School. Prior to retiring, Mrs. Silveira had been employed as a bookkeeper and secretary by several area businesses, including Mt. Hope Machinery, the former Robertson Curtain Factory, the YMCA and the Greater Taunton Day Care Center. She was a communicant of St. Andrew the Apostle Church and a member and past treasurer of the VFW Post 611. In addition to her husband, she leaves three sons, Ron W. Silveira and his wife Petey of Longwood, FL, David A. Silveira and his wife Debra of Somerset, and Paul J. Silveira and his wife Michelle of Taunton; two daughters, Toni J. Salter and her husband Ash of Ramstein Air Base, Germany and Carol A. LaCourse and her husband Tony of East Taunton; her cousin, Evelyn Enos and her husband Ernest; twenty grandchildren; and seventeen great grandchildren. She was also the sister of the late Arthur DeFreitas. Her funeral will be held from the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton on Thursday, Sept. 25th at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral mass at St. Andrew the Apostle 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, Sept. 24th from 5 to 8 p.m. www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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In Taunton, September 22 Adolph “AJ” Ulak husband of the late Louise (Hathaway) Ulak died peacefully in his sleep at the age of 93. Born in Taunton, Adolph was the son of the late Martin and Jadwiga (Bartek) Ulak. Adolph was a graduate of Taunton High School and also attended Duke University and Wake Forest University while he was in the military. Adolph joined the US Army in 1944 to 1946 and then entered into the US Army Reserve for over twenty eight years. He was a member of the 320th Military Police in Taunton, 399th EVAC Hospital and the Grady Raiders. He was retired from the Dighton ICI American Inc. for over thirty eight years. He was the father of Collette Ulak of Taunton. Brother of the late Sophia Ulak, Caroline Karman, Martin Ulak, Frank Ulak, Anna Ledee, John Ulak, Catherine Cote, Rosalie Ulak and Adele Renaud. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington Street in Taunton from 4-7 PM on Thursday, September 25th. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at Holy Rosary Church in Taunton on Friday at 9 AM. Interment St Joseph Cemetery in Taunton. In lieu of flowers donations in Adolph’s memory may be made to Veteran’s Transitional House, Southeastern Housing Program, 20 Willis St, New Bedford, MA, 02740 or Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 75817, Topeka, Kamas, 66675.

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TAUNTON – Hilda (Andrade) Medeiros of Taunton, died at the Life Care Center of Raynham on Sept. 18, 2014. She was 98. Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Evangelina (Sai) Andrade. A lifelong resident of Taunton, she attended Taunton Schools. Mrs. Medeiros was employed by the former Paul A. Dever School as a nursing attendant for over twenty-one years, retiring in 1982. A member of the Oakland Seniors and past president of the Portuguese American Civic Club, she also enjoyed bingo and casinos. Survivors include three grandchildren, Michael Dias of Taunton, Mark Siegenthaler of Ohio and Michelle Siegenthaler of Ohio; her son-in-law, Robert Dias of Taunton; three great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late Lorraine Dias and Mary Jean Siegenthaler, and the sister of the late Joseph, William, Alfred, Edward, Arthur and Irene Andrade. Her funeral will be held from the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton on Friday, Sept. 26th at 8:30 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 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. prior to the funeral mass. www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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Mr. Richard Robert “Dick” Barrington, of Taunton, died unexpectedly Saturday, September 20 in Morton Hospital. He was born 65 years ago in Taunton, the son of the late Richard W. “Chief” and Leah D. (Carr) Barrington. He was educated in Taunton, having graduated from St. Mary’s Grammar School and the former Msgr. James Coyle High School. Following high school, Dick graduated from Florida State University. Prior to his retirement in the spring of 2014, he was employed by the City of Taunton School System for several years. He was previously employed by the Prudential Insurance Company, and also worked as a bartender. He was a member of the Taunton Lodge of Elks. An accomplished athlete, Dick enjoyed playing golf and pool, and was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in 1967 as a catcher. He also enjoyed painting landscapes, traveling, watching all sports and WGBH television. He put many miles on the soles of his sneakers walking many of Taunton’s streets. He leaves an aunt, Betty Barrington, and his cousins, Joanne McNamara and Joe Richie, Ted, Kathy and Jake McNamara, Mark, Christie and Bret McNamara, Nancy and Joan Nigro, and the Cornaglia family. Dick was predeceased by his aunts, Margaret, Joan and Mary. A Memorial Service and Collation will be held at a date and time to be announced. Arrangements are under the direction of The Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home of Taunton.

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TAUNTON – James A. Copeland, Jr., husband of Mary (Baptiste) Copeland of Taunton, died at Brigham and Women’s Hospital on Sept. 25, 2014. He was 84. Born in Taunton, he was the son of the late James A. and Edna A. (Reimann) Copeland. A lifelong Taunton resident, Mr. Copeland graduated from Taunton High School in 1948. He later served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. A retired foreman, he was employed by Reed & Barton Silversmiths for over 48 years. Mr. Copeland was an avid sports fan, but he especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren play soccer. He also enjoyed reading, camping and gardening. In addition to his wife, he leaves three daughters, Pamela J. Copeland and Sharon M. Medeiros and her husband Louie, all of Taunton and Debra C. Mahfouz and her husband Paul of Raynham; five grandchildren, Adam Medeiros of Taunton, and Ethan, Zachary, Hannah and Rachel Mahfouz, all of Raynham; and several nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late Alan H. Copeland. His funeral will be held from the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton on Monday, Sept. 29th at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral mass at St. Anthony Church at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling Hours will be held at the funeral home on Sunday, Sept. 28th from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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Mr. Roddy Allen LaFlamme, of North Anson, Maine, and formerly of Taunton, died Thursday, September 25 at his residence. He was born 53 years ago in Taunton, the son of Jane A. (Goulding) LaFlamme and the late Joseph LaFlamme. He was educated in Taunton and had been a North Anson resident for the past 8 years. Prior to his illness, Roddy had been employed as a construction worker on Cape Cod. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed fishing, drawing, and the great outdoors. He was a communicant of the former St. Jacques Parish in Taunton. In addition to his mother, of North Anson, he leaves: 2 brothers: Donald LaFlamme of Calif., and David LaFlamme of Monroe, Me., and several aunts, uncles, nephews, cousins and 1 niece. Funeral services will be held from The Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home, 467 Bay Street, Taunton, on Tuesday, September 30 at 9:00 A.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow in St. Jude the Apostle Church at 10:00 A.M. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting Hours will be held on Monday, from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M.

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TAUNTON – Fernandes E. “Fred” Lopes, husband of Maria F. “Fana” (Marques) Lopes of Taunton, died at the New Bedford Rehab Hospital on Sept. 25, 2014. He was 86. Born in Taunton, he was the son of the late Antonio E. and Irene (Nunes) Lopes. He was a lifelong Taunton resident. A graduate of Taunton High School, he later received a BA from Stonehill College and a master’s degree in education from Bridgewater University. Mr. Lopes was a Fulbright Scholar to India, and later a Ford Foundation Scholar to the Soviet Union. He taught in the Taunton, Norton and Somerset school systems and he served as principal in the Leonard and Caswell schools. Mr. Lopes retired many years ago. In addition to his wife of fifty-two years, he leaves a son, Mark E. Lopes of Taunton; a daughter, Lisa Maria Moss and her husband Jeffrey of South Windsor, CT; a granddaughter, Caitlin Moss of Worcester; and a sister-in-law, Ely O. Marques of Taunton. He was also brother of the late Americo Lopes. Calling hours will be held at Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton on Saturday, Sept. 27th from 4 to 7 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Funeral services and burial will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the General Scholarship Fund, c/o Lisa A. Richards, Stonehill College, 320 Washington St. Easton, MA 02357. www.silvafuneralhome.com.

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In East Taunton, September 30, 2014 Irene A. Kelly, Age 89, passed away at home following a lengthy illness while surrounded by her loving family. Irene was the wife of the late Charles “Buddy” Kelly. She was born in Taunton, the daughter of the late Maurice & Beatrice (Pilling) Gamache. Irene had resided with her daughter in East Taunton and was formerly of Washington St. in Taunton. Irene attended St. Mary’s primary schools and a graduate of St. Mary’s High School, class of 1943. Irene will be remembered as a devoted and caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, homemaker and faithful communicant of St. Mary’s Church. She enjoyed dining out with her family and cherished her time with them. Irene is survived by her children Carol Tapis and her husband Paul of East Taunton, Charles Kelly Jr. and his late wife Rebecca of Indiana and Peter J. Kelly and his wife Lee Ann of Lexington, MA. Irene leaves her sister Joyce Gamache Archer of Raynham and her late siblings Dorothy Whiting and Maureen Yaffe and is also survived by her brother in law Cornelius J. Kelly and sister in law Marguerite Kelly both of Taunton. Irene also leaves her ten loving grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Irene also leaves several nieces and nephews. Funeral from the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton, MA 02780 on Monday, Oct. 6th at 9 am. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary’s Church in Taunton at 10 am. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours on Sunday from 4-7 pm. Burial will be in the family lot in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Taunton. Donations in Irene’s memory may be made to St. Mary’s School, 106 Washington St., Taunton, MA 02780.

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Deena Hall passed away on the evening of Monday September 29, 2014 at Longmeadow Nursing Home of Taunton. All services will be private.

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In Taunton, October 6, 2014 Manuel Silva Age 61, passed away in his home unexpectedly. Manuel is survived by his wife Rosemarie (Marko) Silva of Taunton. He was born in Taunton, the son of the late Manuel & Antoinette (Barago) Silva. Manuel has resided all his life in Taunton. He was employed for the Commonwealth on MA as a maintenance worker. Manuel was an active fundraiser for Senator Marc Pacheco, he volunteered at Nine Lives of Norton and was a devoted animal lover who cherished his family and two grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Manuel leaves his daughter Wanda Silva and her husband Albert Tow of Brookline. He also leaves his siblings Maria Panettieri of Lakeville, Linda Ahr of Lakeville, Josie Ashley of TN and Donald Silva of Lakeville. Manuel is survived by his loving grandchildren Jared and Zoe Olivia Silva Tow both of Brookline. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton, MA 02780 on Friday, Oct. 10th from 5-7 pm. A funeral home service will follow at 7 pm. Burial is private at the request of the family. Donations in Manuel’s memory may be made to Nine Lives of Norton, 84 Hill St., P.O. Box 548 Norton, MA 02766.

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In Raynham of East Taunton, October 6, 2014 Lorraine E. (Semas) O’Connell wife of the late Joseph E. O’Connell Sr. died at Life Care Center of Raynham at the age of 86. Born and educated in Taunton, Lorraine was the daughter of the late Anthony and Anna (Willette) Semas. Lorraine was the mother of Joseph E. O’Connell Jr and his wife Lisa of Taunton. Mimi of Keara Allen and her husband Steven, Kelan O’Connell and Zachary McGuire. Mimi Mimi of Braylan and McKenzie Allen. A service will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington Street in Taunton Friday, October 10th at 11:30 AM. Calling hours will be on Thursday from 5-8 PM. Interment St Joseph Cemetery in Taunton.

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