Raynham - Silviana C. Borges, a long time Taunton resident, passed away March 14, 2011 at the Lifecare Center of Raynham surrounded by her loving family. She was 100 years of age. She was born in St. Michaels, Acores. Daughter of the late Manuel Carreiro and Adelina (Torres) Carreiro. She was the loving wife of the late Joseph Borges. She was a member of the Taunton-Portuguese Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses in Taunton. Ms. Borges was very active in many activities in her community. She was known as a very generous volunteer who assisted the elderly and sick often. In the Acores she worked as a certified seamstress. She leaves behind her cousins Joseph Medeiros of East Taunton, Conceicao Medeiros of Taunton and Alice SaoPedro of PA, as well as her nephew Anthony Carreiro of Conn. She also leaves behind other nieces and nephews. Her funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10am at the Taunton Funeral Home. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday 4-8pm. Burial at Mayflower Hill Cemetery in Taunton. Arrangements by the Taunton Funeral Home 8 Crapo St. (off Tremont St.) 508.821.7771. Please visit our website www.tauntonfuneral.com to view the obituary, sign the guest book and for directions.