Elaine Correia, 94, of Mattapoisett, formerly of New Bedford, died peacefully on Saturday, February 15, 2020 with her family surrounding her.
She was the loving wife of the late John Correia, Sr. and the caring mother of Ken Correia of Mattapoisett and the late John Correia, Jr.
Born in New Bedford, she was the daughter of the late Joaquin and Patricina Cardoza.
Elaine excelled in academics and graduated from New Bedford High School. She worked at Compass Bank for 25 years and was a volunteer at St. Luke’s Hospital.
Elaine’s life was devoted to her family. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was incredibly patriotic and a devout Catholic. She was a long time member of the United Portuguese Women’s Club and Mt. Carmel Senior’s Club.
Elaine is survived by her son, Ken Correia and his wife, Marguerite of Mattapoisett; her brother, Tony Cardoza and his wife, Terry of So. Dartmouth; her daughter-in-law, Cindy Correia of So. Dartmouth and her grandchildren, Jason, Annice, Greg and Emma.
Her Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Church on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at 12:00 noon. Visitation in the funeral home prior to the Mass from 9:30 am-11:00 am. Interment is private.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Church, 230 Bonney St., New Bedford, MA 02744.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Aubertine-Lopes Funeral Home, 129 Allen St., New Bedford. For online guest book and directions, please visit www.aubertine-lopes.com.
