Virginia A. (Caton) Souza, 80, of Fairhaven, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020 following a courageous battle with cancer. She was the wife of Robert J. Souza with whom she shared 35 years of marriage.
Born in Fairhaven, daughter of the late Edward and Maria (Almeida) Caton, she was a lifelong resident of the town.
She enjoyed reading, drives with her husband and spending time with her family. She loved spending time with her dogs.
Surviving in addition to her husband are her children, Frank “Buddy” Lawrence of Norfolk, Duane Lawrence and his wife Helvia (Marie) Lawrence of Taunton, Christopher Lawrence of Fairhaven and Kimberly Lech of New Bedford; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren; two nephews and one niece in Pennsylvania. She was predeceased by her brother Edward Caton.
Donations in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22478, Oklahoma, OK 73123.
Her Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 9 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Main St., Fairhaven.
Arrangements are in the care of Waring-Sullivan Home at Fairlawn, 180 Washington St., Fairhaven.
