Hilda Braz Harrop, 87, of Mattapoisett passed away Monday June 11, 2018 after a brief illness. She was the wife of William M. Harrop, the love of her life. They had been married for 51 years.

Born in Dartmouth, the daughter of the late John and Emilia (Dias) Braz, she lived in Glastonbury, Conn. for many years before moving to Mattapoisett in 2000.

Mrs. Harrop was formerly employed as the human resources director for Day, Berry, and Howard Law Firm in Hartford, Conn. until her retirement.

She was devoted to her family and friends.

She is survived by her husband William; her daughter, Lynn A. Motta of Fairhaven; her grandson, Tyler M. Curtis of Fairhaven; and her great-grandson, Colin D. Curtis.

She was the sister of the late Armindo Braz.

Her memorial service will be held on Thursday June 14, at 10 a.m. at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday June 13, 2018 from 5-8 PM at the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Route 6, Mattapoisett. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.