Eleanor “Peachie” Silvia, age 69, of Westport, passed away on March 15, 2014 at her Florida residence. She was the wife of the late Richard Silvia, daughter of the late Jonathan and Eleanor G. (Pilkington) Bruneau; long time companion of Gerald Nicolan. Prior to retirement she worked as a diet aid at St. Luke’s Hospital for many years. She was very talented and enjoyed quilting and making crafts. She was a volunteer at the Sacred Heart Soup Kitchen and a member of the Summit Grove Holy Ghost Club.
Eleanor was the loving mother of Randall Silvia (wife Elizabeth) of Westport, Denise Bielecki (husband Thomas) and Richard Silvia (wife Anna Mae) both of Fall River and the daughter of her companion, Geri LaPointe of Tiverton; sister of George Bruneau of Tiverton. She also leaves behind 11 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son Russell Silvia.
Visitation will take place in the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME 1521 N. Main St. Fall River on WEDNESDAY from 6-8 P.M. with a service to immediately follow. Private Burial. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Sacred Heart Soup Kitchen, 160 Seabury St., Fall River, MA 02720. www.rogersfuneral.com.