Our dear mother and matriarch of the family, Dilenia Botelho of Fall River, peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023 with her loving family by her side. Born in the Dominican Republic, Dilenia was the beloved wife of the late Manuel R. Botelho and the daughter of the late Theodoro (Cople) and the late Ana Rodriguez.

Prior to retiring, Dilenia worked for Shelburne Shirt Co. as a sample lady. She was also a longtime parishioner of St. Michael's Church, and an avid Bingo player. Most of all, Dilenia loved spending time with her family, especially with her grandchildren.

Dilenia is survived by her children: Jose Botelho (wife Tara) of Fall River, Margaret Shabshelowitz (husband Harlan) of Somerset, Ricardo Botelho (significant other Jen) of Fall River, Ana Nowicki of Fall River, and James Botelho (wife Tasha) of Rollinsford, NH; 11 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and many siblings, nieces, & nephews.

Dilenia's funeral will take place from the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home, 1521 N. Main St., Fall River on Saturday, July 8, 2023 here at 9:00 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Michael's Church at 10:00 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Fall River. Calling hours on Friday, July 7, 2023 from 5-8 P.M. To offer words of sympathy to the family, please go to www.rogersfuneral.com.