Elvira P. (Pracana) Mello, 98, of New Bedford died October 8, 2022. She was the wife of the late Lionel M. "Leo" Mello.
Born in New Bedford on July 4, 1924, the daughter of the late Jose S. and Maria J. (Fazendeiro) Pracana, she lived in Nw Bedford most of her life.
Elvira was a wonderful mother who enjoyed her home and her family. She was a communicant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church.
She was formerly employed by Dartmouth Finishing for 25 years until her retirement.
Survivors include her 2 daughters, Heidi M. Andrews and her husband George of Plymouth and Karen L. Ringuette of New Bedford; a son, Lionel P. Mello of New Bedford; a sister, Olivia Abreu of New Bedsford; 4 grandchildren, Thomas J. Ringuette, Jr., Marie E. Andrews, James P. Ringuette and Emma T. Andrews; 5 great-grandchildren, Haley, Oliver, Avarie, Emilia and Logan; 2 nieces; and great-nieces and great-nephews.
Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, October 13th at 11 AM in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Burial will follow in Rural Cemetery. Visiting hours are omitted. Arrangements are with the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford.