Joann E. Rodrigues, 68, of Fall River, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, June 24, 2021, at Charlton Memorial Hospital. Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late John Rodrigues and the late Anna (Rego) Rodrigues. She lived in Fall River for most of her life and had also lived in Tiverton when she was younger. She worked at Fall River Florist Supply for about 20 years. Joann's favorite place to enjoy was the beach.

She is survived by: a daughter, Wendy Zarlenga of Fall River; three siblings, Patricia Gamer of Fall River, Paul A. Vasconcellos of New Bedford, and Brian S. Rodrigues of Fall River; two grandchildren, Courtney Hill and Jeremy Matti; and several nieces and nephews She was also the sister of the late John David Rodrigues.

Following her cremation, a memorial service was held on Friday, July 16th, during a visitation period in our Fall River Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Joann's memory to your favorite charity.

Family members are always grateful for relatives and friends wishing to make in-person expressions of kindness and support. If you were unable to do so, because of this pandemic or any other reason, all are urged to express their sympathy online or by mail. To ensure that said condolences and/or sympathy cards reach the family, please always make sure that submissions online are made directly through the funeral home's website ( www.silvafaria.com ) and not through a third party. Thank you!