Virginia (Viera) Brazil, 90, of New Bedford died July 11, 2009 at St. Luke's Hospital after a brief illness.
She was the wife of the late Anthony C. Brazil.
Born in New Bedford on November 28, 1918, the daughter of the late Manuel and Emilia (Gracia) Viera, she lived in New Bedford all of her life. She was educated in New Bedford Public schools.
Mrs. Brazil was a communicant of Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church.
She was formerly employed by Calvin Clothing Company until retirement.
Survivors include her grandson, Jared Oldham of New Bedford and her son-in-law, Harry Oldham of New Bedford.
She was the mother of the late Sandra Oldham, sister of the late Manuel Viera, Joseph Viera, Gloria Souza, Mary Andrade and Mary Gracie.
Funeral from the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford Wednesday, July 15th at 8 AM. Funeral Mass at Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church at 9 AM. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery. Visiting hours will be on Tuesday, July 14th from 4-7 PM.