Patricia M. (Alves) Burton, age 68, of Fall River, passed away September 14, 2009. She was the widow of Bruce A. Burton. Born in Fall River, daughter of the late Joao Mello Alves & Maria (Martins) Alves. Pat worked as a receptionist for Alarm Computer Technology and previously for Long & Parent Insurance Co. for 30 years. She was a parishioner of Espirito Santo Church & a past member of the Bowling Green.
She is survived by her step-children: Brian Burton and his wife Lisa, Brenda Holderness and her husband T.J. both of Fall River, Beth Schoonover of Swansea, & Lori Pavao and her husband Joe of Fall River. Six grandchildren: Chelsea, Amy, Tommy, Lyndsey, Stacey, & Joey. Four great grandchildren: Landen, Jason, Alexus, & Tessa. Mother in law: Eunice Burton & sister in law: Carol Burton both of Assonet. She also leaves aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Following Cremation, a Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, Sep. 26, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. in Espirito Santo Church. Arrangements are under the direction of the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1521 N. Main St.