Laura L Correira

She was born and raised in New Bedford, a daughter of the late Robert and Laura (Pelletier) Houghton, and has been a lifelong resident of the Dartmouth and New Bedford area.

She graduated from Bishop Stang High School and later earned her degree from Diman Practical School of Nursing in Fall River. She worked as a L.P.N. for over 20 years, most notably at Hathaway Manor, Brandon Woods, St. Luke’s and Charlton Memorial Hospitals.

She was a dedicated volunteer for many years with the Dartmouth School Music Association and was known for her sense of humor.

She leaves 4 children: Robert J. Correira and his wife Jennifer L. of Fall River; Michael D. Correira and his wife Barbara A. of Hamlet, NC; Kristin M. Correira of New Bedford and Matthew J. Correira and his wife Holly M. of Dartmouth. 2 brothers: Robert Houghton and his wife Josephine of Fall River and James Houghton and his wife Ann of New Bedford; 10 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Her family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, October 9, 2014 from 5 to 7 pm in the DARTMOUTH FUNERAL HOME OF WARING-SULLIVAN, 230 Russells Mills Rd, Dartmouth with a Service in Celebration of her Life at 7 pm. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Assoc. MA/NH Chapter, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472.

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