Mary Irene Perry, 57, of New Bedford passed away Wednesday February 17, 2016 at St. Luke's Hospital. She was the spouse of Catherine M. Fidalgo.

Born in New Bedford, the daughter of the late Manuel S. and Mary J. (Souza) Perry, she lived in New Bedford all of her life.

Mary was formerly employed as a home health aide, a profession she took great pride in.

Survivors include her spouse, Catherine; three children, Jarrick Fidalgo, Kathi Fidalgo, and Jonathyn Perry; her siblings, Donald Perry, Normand Perry, Eileen Kneodler, and Carol Santos; and many nieces and nephews.

Private arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.