Vera R. Leary, 79, of Buzzards Bay, formerly of Duxbury and Hanover, passed away November 3 at Forestview Nursing Home. She is the former wife of Roland P. Leary Sr. of West Wareham and the late William Bates.

Vera enjoyed her family, boating, and animals. She volunteered for many years at Plymouth County Hospital.

Vera is survived by her children and step-children: Donna Bizarro of Belchertown, Debra Fasolo of Taunton, George Bates of FL, Roland Leary Jr. of Wareham, Frederick Leary of VT, Tara Leary of Duxbury, and Craig Leary of Taunton. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and many loving relatives and friends. Vera is the grandmother of the late Lori Bizarro and Peter Leary.

Funeral services will be private. Arrangements by Wareham Village Funeral Home, 5 Center Street. For online guestbook, visit warehamvillagefuneralhome.com.