Marilyn M. (Duchaineau) Cravo, 77, of Dartmouth, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2014 at St. Luke's Hospital after a long battle with heart disease.
She was the beloved wife of William Cravo.
Marilyn was born on March 23, 1937 in New Bedford, daughter of the late Albert & Viola (De Rush) Duchaineau.
Marilyn worked as a stitcher for Justin Clothing in New Bedford until marriage. She loved being a stay at home mom and spending time with her siblings, nieces, and nephews making people laugh with her unique humor as well as enjoying a good meal. She will be deeply missed by her loved ones.
Survivors include her husband; and two children, Kathleen A. Cravo of San Diego, CA and William Cravo II of Dartmouth.
Her Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 25th at 9 AM at Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. 121 Mount Pleasant St. New Bedford. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart & Stroke Association; PO Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005 or donate.heart.org. Arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.