Barbara Semas, 69, of Taunton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 12th. She was the widow of Manuel Semas, Jr. Born in Taunton, daughter of the late Louis and Alice (Almeida) Silvia.
For over 37 years, Barbara worked for the former Haskon Industries (formerly Burke Industries). She cherished her time spent with her beloved grandson, Logan. Her survivors include her daughter, Melissa Holt and her husband Jonathan of North Dighton; her grandson Logan Holt; and her brother, Louis Silvia of Taunton.
Barbara’s arrangements with Silva Funeral Home were privately held.
Donations in her memory can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 www.stjude.org ; as this is a charity that she donated to often and felt very strongly about. www.silvafuneralhome.com