Hope Springs from Tragic Death

Victoria Marie Sousa was only 12 years old when she died from complications from the H1N1 flu. A bright, athletic girl, her life was shaped by her love for family and her strong faith. Now, in her memory, her family has created the Victoria Foundation which follows the tenets of Sister Catherine McCauley, who founded the Sisters of Mercy in 1831. Louis Sousa, Victoria’s father, is partner in the Rhode Island law firm of Lisa & Sousa, LTD. The firm represents many Dunkin’ Donuts franchise owners and has been the general counsel for the DDIFO for over 20 years.