Hermina C. "Minnie" (Canastra) Souza, 96, of Mattapoisett died Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at St. Luke's Hospital after a period of declining health. She was the wife of the late Joseph Souza.

Born in Acushnet, daughter of the late John and Herminia (Valera) Canastra, she lived in Mattapoisett for most of her life.

She enjoyed collecting dolls and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her son, Robert Souza and his wife Karen; two grandchildren, Melissa Shepherd and her husband Darin, and Tim Souza and his wife Rebecca; two great-grandchildren, Ava and Charli Shepherd; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her siblings, Manuel Canastra, John Canastra, Joe Canastra, Beatrice Ouellette, Isaura Pastrana, Virginia Fortes, Rose Motta, and Mary Mocco.

A private burial service will be held in St. Anthony's Cemetery, Mattapoisett. For online guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com.