Helen (Peckham) Farrell, 87, passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2016 at Catholic Memorial Home. She was the wife of the late Edward S. Farrell.
Mrs. Farrell was born in Hanover, MA, daughter of the late Frank and Emily (DeMello) Peckham. She had resided in both Westport and Fall River until moving to Somerset in 2002. She had worked as a secretary for the former Amalgamated Clothing Workers Union and following her retirement, enjoyed many years in Florida with her husband. Mrs. Farrell loved to square dance and attend family gatherings.
Survivors include her 3 daughters: Susan E. Charette, Cathleen F. Senra and Christine F. Feldman, all of Fall River; 4 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by 5 siblings.
The Family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at both Catholic Memorial Home and Steward Hospice for their compassionate care.
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial to which relatives and friends are invited will be Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at St. John the Baptist Church, Westport at 10:00 A.M.
Interment to follow in Beech Grove Cemetery, Westport.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472.