Philomena (Carreiro) Joubert, 86 of Fall River & formerly of Somerset, passed away September 25, 2014 at St. Anne’s Hospital. She was the wife of the late Wilfred J. Joubert and the daughter of the late Manuel & Dioniza (Ponte) Carreiro. Prior to retiring, Philomena worked 45 years as a machine operator for various garment manufacturers and was a member of the I.L.G.W.U.
She is survived by her sister: Patricia Martin of Pawtucket, RI; nieces & nephews: Michele Pereira, Philip Martin, Paula DeJesus, & David Martin; great nieces & nephews, and a great-great nephew and great great niece. She was the mother of the late Lisa R. Joubert and the sister of the late Gloria Perry.
Her funeral will take place from the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC, 1521 N. Main St., Fall River TUESDAY at 9:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Thomas More Church, Somerset at 10:00 A.M. Cremation to follow. Calling hours MONDAY 4-8 P.M. www.rogersfuneral.com.