SWANSEA – Pamela M. Arruda, age 57, of Swansea, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on December 15, 2020. She was the beloved wife of Joseph Arruda. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Armand J Fortin and Doris M (Medeiros) Mendes and step-father Joseph Mendes Sr.
Pamela loved spending time with her grandson Darius. She was a spiritualist that would always be looking for signs that had personal meaning. Pam also worked as a food server at the Kickamuet school in Warren, R.I. She took pride as a homemaker that would volunteer for school activities, loved going to movies, family outings, vacationing in New Hampshire, the occasional trip to the casino and going to any restaurant with a good Portuguese steak.
Along with her husband she is survived by her children; Joshua Arruda and Tiffany N Arruda (companion Kevin Riel), both of Swansea; grandson, Darius J. Arruda and little buddy Cameron Riel. Brothers; Armand J Fortin Jr. of Fall River and Richard and Sara Mendes of Westport. She was the sister of the late Janice Fortin of Fall River. Pam will also be remembered by many brother and sister-in-laws, many nieces and nephews that loved her dearly.
Arrangements were under the direction of Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home 1521 N. Main St. Fall River. www.rogersfuneral.com.