Born in New Bedford, a daughter of the late Albert J. and Eugenia (Golas) Forgue she was a lifelong area resident and a communicant of St. Mary’s Church, Fairhaven.
Mrs. Gomes graduated from New Bedford High School in 1951. She worked as a secretary for Acushnet Schools for 15 years. In her spare time, she enjoyed knitting, word searches, and reading. She was a member of the Acushnet Jolly Seniors and a Board Member at the Acushnet Council on Aging.
She is survived by her children, Albert Gomes of NY, Barry Gomes and his companion Gina of New Bedford, Deborah Bruce and her husband Terrence of Fairhaven, and Clifford Gomes and his companion Pam of Acushnet; a sister, Florence Lyons and her husband William of Falmouth and FL; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Albert J. Forgue, Jr.
Her funeral services were private and under the direction of ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford. For online tribute/directions www.rock-funeralhome.com.
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