Mrs. Lillian (Dion) Arruda, of Taunton, died Tuesday, November 12 in the Life Care Center of Raynham following a period of failing health. She was beloved wife of the late Arthur Arruda. She was born 86 years ago in Taunton, the daughter of the late Adelard and Mary G. (Pacheco) Dion. She was educated in Taunton and had been a lifelong city resident. Prior to her retirement, she had been employed in the Housekeeping Department of Taunton State Hospital for 20 years. She enjoyed playing bingo and cards.
She leaves several nieces and nephews. Lillian was also the sister of the late George Dion, Larry Dion, Marjorie Souza and Geraldine Silvia.
A Funeral Service will be held at The Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home, 467 Bay Street, on Saturday, November 16 at 10:00 A.M. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting Hours will be held on Friday, from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M.