In Taunton, June Ellen Arruda, age 68, passed away in Morton Hospital following a brief period of declining while surrounded by her loving family on February 28, 2021. June was the loving wife of David Arruda for 50 years. She was born in Boston, the daughter of the late George & Madeline (Johnson) Raymond. June was a resident of East Taunton for 37 years and was formerly of Taunton. She attended Taunton schools and was a Taunton High School graduate and also a graduate from Bristol Community College. June worked as a dental assistant for several local dentist. She was a member of the Taunton Little Theatre Group, Taunton Garden Club and the Susan Winter School of Dance. June enjoyed gardening, her parrot Polly, spending time with family, especially her beloved granddaughter Mikayla. In addition to her husband David, June leaves her daughter Hayley Arruda of East Taunton, granddaughter Mikayla Beech of East Taunton, her sister Elizabeth Mitchell and husband Dale of East Taunton. She also leaves several sister and brother in laws, cousins, nieces and nephews and many friends. Arrangements are under the care of the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home in Taunton. Her funeral services are private at the request of the family.