Susan A. Valencia

Susan A. (Madeiros) Valencia, 75, of New Bedford passed away Sunday, March 4, 2018 in her residence with her family by her side. She was the wife of the late Raymond A. Valencia and 15 year companion of William J. Tucker, Jr.

Born in Acushnet, a daughter of the late Philip and Minnie E. (Sanford) Madeiros, she was a lifelong area resident.

Ms. Valencia worked for many years at Sears and Roebuck Company. She later worked as a secretary for the former Mayor, Rosemary Tierney. Susan will be remembered for always taking care of others. She loved to garden and enjoyed the outdoors. Spending time with friends and family gave her much joy.

In addition to her companion, she is survived by two children, Michael Valencia of Elkton, FL, Kristin Aguiar and her husband Joseph of Acushnet and six grandchildren, Brian Farrington of Taunton, Alyssa, Kailyn and Joshua Aguiar and Tenley and Sean Dakin all of Acushnet; one great grandchild, Brantley Farrington; three siblings, Eleanor Zeude and Donald Madeiros of New Bedford and Kenneth Madeiros of Forest Hills; and several nieces and nephews.

Her visitation will be Tuesday, March 6, 2018 4-7 pm in the ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford. All other services will be private. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in memory of Susan A. Valencia to support cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or via www.jimmyfund.org/gift. For online directions/tribute www.rock-funeralhome.com.