Yvonne (Araujo) Mello, 98, of Fall River, MA, passed away at home on October 27, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Yvonne was the daughter of the late Manuel Araujo & Yvonne (Lepage) Araujo, sister of the late Edmund Araujo, & sister-in-law of Carol Araujo of Barrington, RI. Yvonne was the wife of the late James Mello.

Yvonne lived a vibrant, full life. In her early adult years, she was employed at a curtain factory in Fall River, where she honed her sewing skills and developed lifelong friendships. She went on to work for over 30 years as a child care worker at 2 different elementary schools in Fall River (Mt. St. Joseph & St. Anne's). This was truly her life's calling & she loved working with the children. Yvonne was strong in her Catholic faith and dedicated many years of service to the Diocese of Fall River.

Yvonne had a full family life, filled with love. During her early adult life, she and her husband James raised their 3 children in Fall River & Swansea. Yvonne cherished time with her children, grandchildren & great-grandchildren. She adored all her pets through the years (Buster, Cleo, & Punkin). She was very social & made friends everywhere she met. She had the best sense of humor & enjoyed playing cards. She was a strong, independent woman throughout her life, driving until the age of 92!

Yvonne is survived by her daughter. Nancy (Mello) Topolewski of Fall River & son, James Mello (wife Lois) of Bristol, RI, formerly of Beekman, NY. She was predeceased by her daughter Monica (Mello) Vickers.

Yvonne is also survived by her 6 grandchildren; Michelle (Mello) Dupre (who Yvonne lovingly raised), Rodney Topolewski, James Mello, Jason Topolewski (wife Michele), Justin Mello, & Nicole (Vickers) Svitila (husband Josh). Yvonne is also survived by her 6 great-grandchildren; Mackenzie Dupre, Mikayla Topolewski, Nadia Topolewski, Riley Svitila, Zachary Topolewski, & Jacob Svitila. Yvonne also leaves behind many other cherished extended family members, including cousins. nieces, nephews, & godchildren.

Yvonne's family would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the hospice team at Southcoast Health for the kindness, care & compassion they provided as she approached the end of her time here on earth. We are eternally grateful.

Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate a Mass of Christian burial at Holy Name Church at 10 A.M. on November 2nd. Interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery. Calling hours on November 1st from 4-7 P.M. Arrangements are under the direction of the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home 1521 N. Main St. Fall River.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Southcoast Hospice. To send the family Expressions of Sympathy, please click the Guest Book below. You may also light a candle in honor of Yvonne.