Evelyn (Perreira) Soares, age 89 of Somerset for 56 years. Passed away in Fall River, November 15, 2008. Widow of Antone O. Soares. Born in Fall River, daughter of the late Luiz T. and Beatrice (Cabral) Perreira. Before retiring, she was a Seamstress in the local garment industry. She was a member of St. Patrick Church, Somerset, a life member of the AmVets Auxiliary, a member of the Somerset Historical Society and the Somerset Village Senior Citizens Club.
She is survived by 2 Sons: Antone Soares Jr. and Robert L. Soares both of Somerset. 2 Sisters: Diamentina Tavares & Emily Dupont both of Fall River. 5 Grandchildren: Claudia Beckner, Dolores Berge, Elise Kennedy, Jennifer Lazaro, and Robert J. Soares. 5 Great Grandchildren. Many nieces, nephews, and Godchildren. She was also sister of the late Arthur Perreira, John Perry, Mary Correia, and Gertrude Travis.
Her funeral will take place from the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1521 N. Main St. Thursday at 8:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Patrick Church, Somerset at 9:00 A.M. Interment in Nathan Slade Cemetery, Somerset. Calling hours Wednesday 4-8 PM.