Barbara L. (DeStephano) Oliveira passed away Monday, July 6, after a long illness. She was the wife of the late Joseph T. Oliveira.

Born in Somerville, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late Fredrick and Esther (Saxton) DeStephano.

Mrs. Oliveira will be remembered as a wonderful wife, an outstanding mother and grandmother. She loved her family and was always happy to encourage others.

Barbara was very fond of all her pets. In her spare time, she enjoyed helping others and volunteering at the Westport Senior Center.

She is survived by her children, Thomas Oliveira of Dartmouth, Diane Destoop Fackler and Carol Barnard both of Jacksonville, Florida, James Oliveira of Litchfield, Maine and Joseph G. Oliveira of Dartmouth; two stepsons, Daniel Oliveira of Carver and Doug Oliveira of Fall River; a brother, James DeStephano of Virginia; eleven grandchildren, two step-grandchildren; 
19 great-grandchildren; and her cat, Princess.

Her services are private and under the direction of Rock Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford. For online tribute www.rock-funeralhome.com.