Jovita Portalatin

SOUTHBRIDGE/WORCESTER: Jovita Portalatin, 62, passed away on October 29 after falling ill. Originally from Brooklyn, New York, she had resided in the Southbridge and Worcester areas for many years.

Jovita is lovingly remembered by her daughters, Justina Vasquez of Worcester and Jilma Valdes of Southbridge, as well as her mother, Justina Portalatin of Southbridge. She is also survived by her brothers Carlos Portalantin of Summerville, SC, Manuel Portalatin of North Brookfield, MA, and Ricardo Portalatin of Milo, ME, along with her sisters Antonia Portalatin of Worcester, and Maritza Portalatin of Southbridge. Her cherished grandchildren will miss her dearly, along with many nieces and nephews. 

She was predeceased by her father, Jose Alberto Portalatin, as well as her brother Jose and sister Evelyn Portalatin.

A devoted homemaker, Jovita found immense joy in spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed listening to music and watching sitcoms. She was also an avid fan of Lucille Ball, always finding laughter and delight in her shows and films.

Family and friends are invited to honor her memory at a Funeral Mass on Friday, November 6, at 11 AM at the St. Mary's Church, located at 247 Hamilton St, in Southbridge. Burial to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. 

A calling hour will precede the service from 9:30AM to 10:30AM at the Belanger Bullard Funeral Home, 51 Marcy Street, Southbridge, MA 01550.

Memories and condolences can be shared in the online guestbook at www.BelangerFuneralHome.com.