BORN

1927

DIED

2017

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Maria Albuquerque Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 13, 2017.

Maria T. (Fontes) Albuquerque, 89, of Dartmouth passed away Monday, June 12, 2017 after a brief illness in Brandon Woods of Dartmouth. She was the beloved wife of the late Antonio M. Albuquerque.

Born in St. Michael Azores, a daughter of the late Tiberio and Maria Afra (Nunes) Fontes she spent her early years in Azores before coming to America. She attended St. Mary's Church in Dartmouth.

Maria was a devoted Mother and Grandmother. She enjoyed knitting in her spare time.

She is survived by four daughters, Manuela Jorgensen of Dartmouth, Magi Parta and her husband Jose of New Bedford, Madalena Ferreira and her husband George of Dartmouth, and Mary-John Albuquerque of Boston; a sister, Maria Joao Alves of Dartmouth; 12 grandchildren, Shawn, Amanda, River, Sasha, Sami, Joelle, Vanessa, Tess, Richard, Stasia, Pilar, and Joshua; 12 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late Pilar Silva.

Her funeral will be Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 9 am from the ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford followed by a funeral mass at 10 am in St. Mary's Church, 783 Dartmouth St., Dartmouth. Burial will be private. Visitation will be Tuesday 5-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. For online tribute/directions www.rock-funeralhome.com.

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June 20, 2017

Melanie Mello

Your mom always made everyone feel like family. She was classy and sassy and will be missed on earth. I'm sure she's dancing in the clouds.

June 20, 2017

Jim & Sandy O'Neill

Mannie and family,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all as you walk through this painful time. May our Lord and Savior be the peace, comfort and strength to each of you as you celebrate and remember her life. May your precious memories bring you joy each day, until you meet again. Love Sandy and Jim ONeill

June 19, 2017

Mr & Mrs Arthur Calheta

May her soul forever rest in Peace along side of all that have gone to be with God in Heaven her is looking down on all of us

June 18, 2017

Sofia Nunes

In name of your family living in Portugal and S. Miguel, I send to each and every one of you our love and and support for the loss of our dear cousin Mariazinha.
A big hug and kiss to all.
Sofia Vasconcelos Nunes

June 18, 2017

Tracy Antonio

To all the Albuquerque girls....my thoughts and prayers are with you all. It has been many many years since I saw her last but I will always remember her kind heart and infectious smile. May she rest in peace and forever be kept in your hearts. xo

June 15, 2017

Pat

I'm so sorry for your loss. May the love and support of family and friends help make your grief more bearable. Be sure to pour out your heart in prayer to God, knowing that he cares for you.

June 14, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

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