Taunton – Barbara F. (Madeiros) Briggs, 83, of Acushnet died unexpectedly May 31, 2007 at Morton Hospital. She was the widow of Elwin S. Briggs.
Mrs. Briggs was born in Acushnet, daughter of the late Frank and Vivian C. (Cushing) Madeiros, and lived in the town most of her life. She was a member of the First Church of Christ Scientist New Bedford. She enjoyed traveling, reading and gardening.
Survivors include a granddaughter: Kristin J. Tobin of Lakeville and a great-granddaughter: Abigail Deanna Tobin of Lakeville.
She was mother of the late Deanna V. (Bertrand) Costa.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Monday, June 4, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. at the Pine Island Cemetery, Rte. 6, Mattapoisett.