Esmeralda (Ribeiro) Costa, better known as "Joan" 91, formerly of Tiverton, RI passed away on Tuesday peacefully surrounded by her family after a long illness at the Silver Creek Manor. She was the wife of the late John Rego Costa. Born in New Bedford, MA, she was the daughter of the late Wilemina (Souza) and Antonio Ribeiro. She had formerly worked as a presser at various dress manufacturers and was a member of St. Theresa Parish. In her earlier years, she loved movies, dancing, reading magazines and shopping. She was especially fond of Kenny Rogers and Judy Garland. Most importantly she loved to be surrounded by her family and helped to raise her grandchildren.
She is survived by a son John R. Costa Jr. and her daughters Paula Oliveira, Denise Buchanan, Robin Jones and Alice Wilkie.
She was the mother of the late Gregory Costa and the late Christine K. Costa. She also leaves 13 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her sisters Lucille Mello and Diane Martin.
Visitation FRIDAY 5-8 PM. Her Funeral will be held Saturday at 7:30am from the POCASSET MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME
462 Main Rd, Tiverton, RI with a 8:30am Mass at St. Theresa Church. Burial at Notre Dame Cemetery. www.almeida-pocasset.com for online guestbook.