Mary (Medeiros) Motta, age 74, of Somerset & previously of Assonet. Passed away Nov. 9, 2008 in Fall River. Widow of Thomas Motta. Born in Fall River, daughter of the late Joseph & Emma (Converse) Medeiros. Prior to retiring, Mrs. Motta worked as an Aide for several nursing homes including Catholic Memorial Home & the former Fall River Manor. She enjoyed spending time & fishing with her family.
She is survived by 4 children: Thomas B. Motta of Assonet, Wayne A. Motta of Somerset, Twins; Dana J. Motta of Westport & Dawn E. Rapoza of New Bedford. 4 siblings: Dana Medeiros of Ohio, Marleen Gesmen of New York, Nancy Dennis of Ohio, & Michael Medeiros of Westport. 10 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, & several nieces & nephews. She was the sister of the late Bruce Medeiros & Betsy Argo.
Relatives & friends are invited to attend her Memorial Service Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in the New Hope Christian Church, 1436 G.A.R. Highway, Swansea. Arrangements are under the direction of the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1521 N. Main St. Fall River, MA.