Naia Mae Pereira of Johnston, RI, passed away unexpectedly on March 26, 2022. Naia was born October 22, 2018 in Boca Raton, FL to loving parents Paulo Pereira, Jr. and Hallie Costa. She was the doting sister to little brother Mars. She leaves behind grandparents Rocco and Melissa Lavaglio, Steven Costa and Jenifer Wilson, Paulo Pereira, Sr. and Carlos and Cindy Medeiros. Great grandparents Alfredo and Margarita Costa and Diane Nofi. She is survived by many aunts and uncles, and she was the cousin and best friend to Mason and Melanie.  Naia had great affection for all animals. Especially her pup, Maisie. She enjoyed her time on the farm and frequently visited many zoos and aquariums. She loved butterflies and most always wore butterfly earrings . She also loved cheese, pasta and Friday night dance parties with her Nana. Naia was her mamma’s best friend and was always and her daddy’s best girl. She is greatly missed and forever loved.