Online Obituaries Laura Gomes, 101, of Brockton, passed away October 29, 2016 at the West Acres Nursing Home in Brockton. Born September 09, 1915 in Brava, Cape Verde, she was the daughter of the late Jose Teixeira and Arcenia Gomes. Laura was a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family. She is survived by her children, Berta G. Almeida, Carminda Gomes, and Maria L. Gomes; 13 Grandchildren; 29 Great - Grandchildren; 7 Great - Great Grandchildren. Funeral Information Calling hours in the Russell & Pica Funeral Home, 165 Belmont St., BROCKTON on Thursday, Nov. 3rd from 5:00-9:00PM with a funeral service at 7:00PM. A gathering will be held in the funeral home on Friday from 9:00-10:00AM followed by a funeral procession to Melrose Cemetery.