Theresa C. (Medeiros) Fernandes

Theresa C. (Medeiros) Fernandes, 80, of Tiverton, passed away Tuesday, August 31, 2021 . She was the wife of the late Alfred "Fred" Fernandes.

Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Barbara (Roies) Medeiros; she previously worked as a medical secretary at various medical offices in the Fall River area.  She enjoyed gardening and loved animals, especially her dogs.

Theresa is survived by a daughter, Sheryl DeMello (husband David) ; two sons, Marc E. Fernandes (husband Michael) and Martin L. Fernandes (husband Robert); a sister, Barbara Medeiros Reis; many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind Bill and Lezlie Souza, who she thought of as a son and daughter, and their three daughters.

Private arrangements are entrusted to Auclair Funeral Home.

Donations in her memory may be made to Forever Paws, 300 Lynwood St., Fall River, MA 02721.