Carol Ann (Pacheco) Grimes

New Bedford – Carol A. (Pacheco) Grimes, age 74, of New Bedford, MA passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Glen Grimes.

Carol was born in New Bedford, MA to the late Gilbert Pacheco and Margaret (Espinola) Pacheco. She had worked many years as a dedicated paraprofessional for the New Bedford Public School System and had been a former chairperson of the New Bedford Democratic Committee. Carol had also spent many years on the Whaling City Festival Committee and had been a co-owner with her husband, Glen of G & G Design. She was currently a chairperson of the New Bedford Cemetery Board.

Carol loved going to the casino, shopping and going out to eat. She loved spending time with her family, especially with her grandson, Zachary.

She is survived by her daughter, Lisa M. White and her husband Matt White; grandson, Zachary; brother, David Pacheco and his wife Bonnie Pacheco; 2 nephews, John & Thomas Pacheco; 2 godchildren; as well as many loving friends, cousins, aunts and uncles.

Carol’s visiting hours will be held on Monday evening, January 18, 2021 at Perry Funeral Home from 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. Her funeral will be held on Tuesday morning, in the funeral home, beginning at 11:00 A.M. and followed with a service to take place at 12:00 P.M. Burial will immediately follow in Rural Cemetery.

All attendees are required by current mandated restrictions to wear a face covering at all times, to social distance 6 feet and to please refrain from any close physical contact. Attendance in the funeral home will be limited in order to meet the mandated capacity restrictions and could result with a wait time outside of the funeral home. Attendance at the cemetery will also be limited to meet capacity restrictions. Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation during this time.

Arrangements are placed in the care of Perry Funeral Home 111 Dartmouth St. New Bedford, MA 02740. Please see our website: www.perryfuneral.com for condolences.