Lisette Pereira, 69
Dateline: Norton, MA
Lisette (Viera) Pereira, 69, of Norton passed peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday April 13, 2010. She was beloved wife of Fernando Pereira to whom she was wed for 51 years.
Born in St. Miguel, Portugal on December 23, 1940 she was a daughter of the late Augusto and Maria Viera.
Lisette grew up and was educated in Portugal. At age 18 she moved to the United States where she first settled in Fall River. She later moved to California before moving to Norton where she had made her home for the past 40 years.
A dedicated homemaker to her adoring family, Mrs. Pereira was a communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Norton.
Her family to whom she devoted herself too was the essence of her life. Lisette was an avid gardener and had a special way with flowers. Her cooking skills as well as the way she maintained her home were exceptional. She loved little children, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren and was anticipating the arrival of her fifth great grandchildren.
In addition to her beloved husband she is survived by her devoted children Mario Pereira of Johnston, RI, Michael Pereira of Taunton, John Pereira of Norton and Leanna Parker of Attleboro. She was the cherished grandmother of Thomas, Eric, Rachel, Victoria, Nikki, Daniel, Shelby, Nylan, Dilan and Emma and is also survived by 4 great grandchildren as well as several siblings.
A private Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday April 17th in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Norton. Burial will be in the Timothy Plain Cemetery, Norton.
Visiting hours are omitted and arrangements are under the care and direction of the Norton Memorial Funeral Home 19 Clapp St. Norton.
For additional information please visit www.nortonmemorial.com