FALL RIVER – Susie Farias, age 101, passed away peacefully at Catholic Memorial Home on December 28, 2020. She was the beloved wife of the late John P. Farias and former wife of the late Antone Motta. Born in New Bedford, she was the daughter of the late Louis M. and Francelina (Silva) Themuda.
Prior to her retirement she was the Dietary Supervisor at Catholic Memorial Home for over 30 years. She enjoyed playing bingo and traveling.
Susie is survived by her children Robert A. Motta (wife Patricia) of Huntersville, NC and Geraldine L. Gomes (husband Richard) of Fort Mills, NC; son-in-law Christopher Nearpass; step-children Riley Farias and Virginia Leduc; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her daughter Elaine F. Nearpass; step-son John Farias; siblings Louis Themuda and Beatrice DePoint, as well as one grandchild Jeffrey Goncalo.
Susie’s family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all of the staff of the Catholic Memorial Home who cared for Susie with gentleness and love during her last five years.
Her funeral arrangements were under the direction of Manuel Rogers Funeral Home 1521 N. Main St. Fall River. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Saturday, Jan 2nd at 9 A.M. at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Fall River. To send the family Expressions of Sympathy, please go to www.rogersfuneral.com. www.rogersfuneral.com.