Maria Faria

Maria Daluz Faria, 90, a loving and thoughtful woman, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2024.

Maria was born on September 17, 1933, in Candelária, São Miguel, Azores, and resided in Attleboro since 1966 . She dedicated her life to her family and her work. For over two decades, from 1966 till 1990, she worked as an assembler in the jewelry business at Balfour, bringing the same diligence and care to her work as she did to her personal life. Maria's love for her roots and her devotion to her faith was evident in her long-time communion with the former Holy Ghost Church in Attleboro.

Maria was a woman of many talents; her hobbies ranged from sewing and cooking to raising chickens and gardening. She was known for her helpful nature, often seen lending a hand at church dinners and making sweet bread for the Holy Ghost Feast. Her love for her family was paramount; it was the force that guided her every action and decision.

Maria is survived by her son, Noe P. Faria and his wife Zelia of North Attleboro; her granddaughter, Stephanie E. Faria of Boston and grandson, Nicholas P. Faria of Providence. She also leaves various nieces and nephews in around Massachusetts and Azores, Portugal

She is preceded in death by her parents, Antonio Medeiros Pereira and Maria Dos Angos Costa Pereira, and her beloved husband, Noe V. Faria. She also is predeceased by her siblings, Joao Medeiros and Manuel Pereira and her in-laws, Maria Pereira, Manuel De Medeiros, Maria L. de Medeiros and Jose V. Pacheco.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 8:30 - 10:00 am on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at the Duffy-Poule Funeral Home, 20 Peck Street, Attleboro, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am at St. John the Evangelist Church, 133 North Main Street, Attleboro. The graveside service will immediately follow the Mass at St John Cemetery, 165 West Street, Attleboro.

The family would like to thank the staff from the Balfour 3rd floor unit at Sturdy Memorial Hospital for the tremendous care and compassion provided to Maria.

Maria's life was one of love, hard work, and dedication. She will be remembered for her loving nature, her thoughtfulness, and the joy she brought to those around her. In her memory, we encourage you to leave your fondest memories and upload photos of Maria to her memorial page. Please join us in celebrating the life of Maria Faria, a woman whose legacy will continue to inspire us all.