Maria D. Borges, age 82 of Fall River, passed away Jan. 29, 2013. Born in FURNAS, São Miguel, Açores, she was the wife of the late Jose F. Borges and the daughter of the late Joao & Rosa (Borges) Daluz. Prior to retiring, Maria worked in the Garment Mfg. Industry as a sewing machine operator.
She is survived by her children: Linda Tavares (husband Antonio) of Swansea, Joseph Borges (wife Judith) of Somerset, and Ana Tedesco (husband Richard) of Tiverton; grandchildren: Nancy, Michael, Stephanie, Erin, and the late Jessica; 3 great grandchildren, several nieces & nephews. She was predeceased by several siblings.
Her funeral will take place from the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC 1521N. Main St. Fall River on SATURDAY at 9:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Michael Church, Essex St. at 10:00 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick Cemetery, Somerset. Calling hours on FRIDAY 5-8 P.M. www.rogersfuneral.com.