SOMERSET – Lorraine (Lima) Downs, age 89 of Somerset, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2018 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late David T. Downs and the daughter of the late Manuel & Mary (Travis) Lima. Prior to retiring, Lorraine worked as a sewing machine operator in the local textile factories. She was also a loving & devoted caregiver to family members and friends for many years.
She is survived by her daughters: Sheila A. Farias of Fall River and Denise J. Mello of Somerset; grandchildren: Holly Thielman and Joseph Borges; great grandchildren: Jocelyn & Taylor Thielman; great-great grandchildren: Jaylee & Lj Cartagena
Lorraine’s wake will take place on Sunday, Aug. 19 from 3-6 P.M. with a service at 6:00 P.M. in the Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home, Inc. 15121 N. Main St. Fall River. Cremation to follow.