Born in New Bedford, a daughter of the late Cesar and Maria Jesus (Gouveia) Miranda, she was a lifelong resident of the city.
Mrs. Diniz had worked as a stitcher for Bristol Clothing and Justin Clothing until her retirement.
Florence enjoyed gardening and spending time at home watching her favorite television shows.
She is survived by her brother, James Miranda of New Bedford and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings, Hilda Bernardo, Mary Correia, Joseph Miranda, Ceasar Miranda, Jr., Herminia “Minnie” Jerome, Susy Fernandes and Alice Miranda.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 13, 2023 from 8:30am-9:30am in the Rock Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford followed by a Funeral Mass at 10am in St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish, 343 Tarkiln Hill Rd., New Bedford. Burial will be at St. John’s Cemetery.
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