FALL RIVER ... Esta M. Welchman, 80, of Fall River, MA passed away Friday, October 7, 2022, at home.

She was born in Fall River a daughter of the late Albert and Marie (Arruda) Welchman and had lived in Fall River for most of her life.

Esta was a devoted mother and grandmother!

Ms. Welchman was a self-employed seamstress.

Esta enjoyed ceramics, nursing, leathers, girl scouts, camping and the casino.

Survivors include 2 daughters: AnnMarie Pereira of Fall River; Brenda L. Torres of Dartmouth, MA; Her 3 grandchildren : Jaryn Pereira, Breanna Pereira and Chayce Pereira ; also Ronald Torres.