Barbara J. Pelletier

Barbara Jean Pelletier, 83, of Fall River, passed away on Sunday, on October 21, 2018, surrounded by her loving family at home. Born and raised in Fall River, she attended public schools including Durfee High School. Employed by various nursing facilities, including Fall River Jewish Home and Adam’s House, she worked as a CNA until retirement. She also worked private duty. Her hobbies included crocheting, crafts, painting, music, reminiscing about “the good old days”, history, nature, reading, making rosary beads and volunteering with Hospice, Catholic Memorial Home, St. Anne Hospital and various other activities. She cherished time spent with family and friends and was intrigued by other cultures, especially Amish and Native American. She leaves three children, Sharlene Pelletier, Susan Pelletier (companion Paul Cordeiro) and Charles E. Pelletier Jr; four grandchildren, Tonya Costa (husband Paul), Ashley Santos, Sydney Pelletier, Rachel Rebello, 10 great-grandchildren, Chelsea, Brooke, Tasmin, Destiny, Trinity, Thomas Jr., Avery, Abigail, Layla, Maxwell; many nieces and nephews and her loyal little dog, “Maia”. She was the grandmother of the late Thomas J. “TJ.” Pelletier, the sister of the late Manuel “Manny” Mello, Jr. and Joan Lowery, the daughter of the late Manuel R. and Pasqualina “Peggy” (Silvia) Mello. We would like to thank Beacon Hospice for the compassion and support during this difficult time. Her private funeral was entrusted to Auclair Funeral Home, Fall River. Burial took place at St. Patrick Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Forever Paws, 300 Lynwood St. Fall River,MA 02721. Online guest book at AuclairFuneralHome.com