Natalie Camara, age 86, of Somerset, passed away on October 11, 2015 at Somerset Ridge Center. Born in Swansea on August 14, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Mathias and Maria (Amaral Miguel) Camara. Natalie worked in the garment industry and enjoyed crafts. She was a talented artist who loved to paint and draw. She enjoyed knitting outfits for her many nieces and nephews.
Natalie was the beloved sister of Laurence M. Camara (wife Dorothy) and Louis M. Camara (wife Lorraine) and Louise Slauterbeck (husband Delton). She also leaves behind her sister-in-law Elsie Camara, several nieces and nephews and godchildren. She was predeceased by her brothers Jerome and Mathias Camara and his wife Irene and her sister Hilda Torres and her husband Joseph.
The family would like to express their thanks to the entire staff at Somerset Ridge for the many years of care Natalie received while a resident.
Her funeral will take place from the Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home 1521 N. Main St. Fall River on Thursday here at 9 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John of God Church at 10 A.M. Interment in Nathan Slade Cemetery. Calling hours on Wednesday from 4-7 P.M. www.rogersfuneral.com.