Joyce Anne (Barboza) Travers, 79 of Dartmouth passed away after a lengthy illness on Thursday, April 25, 2024, in St. Luke's Hospital with her family at her side. She was the mother of Robin L. Cabral of New Bedford.
A daughter of the late Ernest M. and Albertina (Alfonse) Barboza, Joyce was a lifelong southcoast resident. She was a graduate of New Bedford High School, class of 1962 and prior to her retirement she was employed as a medical biller for Apria Health Care for more than 16 years. Joyce was a devout mother to Robin, whom she loved dearly. She specially loved her pup, Pepper. Joyce enjoyed reading, knitting, and being with her family.
In addition to Robin, she is survived by her grandchildren, Bryan and Andrew Travers; two great-grandchildren and many cousins. She was the loving mother of the late Robert Travers, Jr.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Joyce's honor may be made to: The Humane Society & Shelter Southcoast, 31 Ventura Drive, Dartmouth, MA 02747 or hsssc.org/donate/
Her Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 9:00AM in the Waring-Sullivan Home at Dartmouth, 230 Russells Mills Road, Dartmouth, MA 02748 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00AM in St. Mary's Church, 795 Dartmouth Street, Dartmouth, MA 02748. Relatives and friends are invited. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00PM. Burial in Rural Cemetery. To leave a note of condolence: www.waring-sullivan.com
