Obituaries

David Craveiro Martins

David Craveiro Martins

May 6, 2026

David Craveiro Martins, aged 73, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Vibra Hospital of Southeastern Massachusetts, he succumbed to his injuries from a fall in November 2025.

Born on February 11, 1953, in Agua de Pau, Sao Miguel, Azores, David was the cherished son of the late Virginio Martins and the late Maria dos...

Gilbert Cabral, Jr.

Gilbert Cabral, Jr.

May 6, 2026

Gilbert Cabral, Jr., age 78, of Middleboro, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Vantage at New Bedford, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on July 13, 1947, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Gilbert was the cherished son of the late Gilbert Cabral and Hilda Cabral. Throughout his life, he was known for his dedication and hard work, having...

Leonora (Aguiar) Ramos

Leonora (Aguiar) Ramos

May 6, 2026

Leonora (Aguiar) Ramos, age 98, of Dartmouth, MA passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at Alden Court Nursing Care and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Lionel P Ramos with whom she had shared 65 years of marriage.

Born December 2, 1927 in New Bedford, MA, Leonora was the cherished daughter...

Jose E. Gouveia

Jose E. Gouveia

May 3, 2026

Jose E. Gouveia, age 78, a respected and beloved member of the New Bedford community, peacefully passed away at his home on Sunday, May 3, 2026. He was surrounded by his loving family during his final moments—a reflection of the deep bonds and unwavering love he cultivated throughout his distinguished life.

Born on September 9, 1947, in Rabo de Peixe, Sao...

Maria Christina Almeida

Maria Christina Almeida

Apr 29, 2026

Maria Christina Almeida, 56, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away on April 29, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford. She was born on September 12, 1969, the daughter of the late Jose M. Vieira and Maria A. Vieira.

She is survived by her siblings: Goretti Medeiros and her husband Antonio, Ana Medeiros and her husband Gilly, John Vieira and...

Querubina (Froias) Carreiro

Querubina (Froias) Carreiro

Apr 29, 2026

Querubina (Froias) Carreiro, age 94, of Dartmouth, Massachusetts, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at Hathaway Manor Extended Care. She was the beloved wife of the late Viriato Carreiro, whom she lost at the young age of 24, and whose memory she carried with her throughout her life.

Born on April 10, 1932, in...

Carlos J. Camara

Carlos J. Camara

Apr 28, 2026

Carlos J. Camara, age 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at St. Luke's Hospital, surrounded by the loving presence of his family. Born on August 8, 1941, in São Miguel, Azores, Carlos was the cherished son of the late Virginio Bento Camara and Teodilina (Cabral) Camara. He was a devoted husband, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a...

Manuel Pina, Sr.

Manuel Pina, Sr.

Apr 25, 2026

Manuel Pina, Sr., a respected member of the New Bedford community, peacefully passed away at the age of 90 on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Hathaway Manor. He was surrounded by his loving family during his final moments, a testament to the deep bonds he nurtured throughout his life.

Born on November 2, 1935, in Carver, Massachusetts, Manuel was the cherished...

Ernest M. Santos

Ernest M. Santos

Apr 25, 2026

Ernest M. Santos, age 81, of Acushnet, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Mariza (Caban) Santos.

Born on August 29, 1944, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Ernest was the cherished son of the late Louis Santos and Joaquina (Andrade) Santos. Throughout his life, Ernest...

Antone Souza

Antone Souza

Apr 23, 2026

Antone Souza, age 86, born on July 10, 1939, in Sao Miguel, Azores, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, at St. Luke's Hospital. He was the beloved son of the late Frank De Souza and Mary (Martin) Paulino.

He was a respected member of his community and dedicated much of his life to his work on the floor for a...

Jose Luis Cordero aka "Speedy"

Jose Luis Cordero aka "Speedy"

Apr 21, 2026

Jose Luis Cordero AKA Speedy, age 74, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 14, 1951, in Manati, Puerto Rico, Jose was a cherished husband, beloved son, and dedicated member of his community.

Jose was the devoted husband of Ines M. (Reyes) Cordero, who...

William F. "Billyboy" Souza

William F. "Billyboy" Souza

Apr 16, 2026

William F. Souza “Billyboy,” age 61, of Fall River, Massachusetts, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, in the comfort of his home. He was surrounded by his loving family during his final days.

Born on November 29, 1964, in Fall River, William was the son of William Souza and Delores (Cateon) Souza.

William’s memory will be carried on by those who...

Kheana Rae Pina

Kheana Rae Pina

Apr 15, 2026

Kheana Rae Pina, 45, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Born on April 1, 1981, in New Bedford, she was the loving mother of Rae-Jaun Cruz and the beloved daughter of Valerie R. Pina and Barry Andrade, and stepdaughter of Clyde Pina Sr.

Kheana’s life was marked by her dedication to learning and her passion for...

Ana I. Tavares

Ana I. Tavares

Apr 14, 2026

Ana I. Tavares, age 63, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 13, 1962, in São Miguel, Azores, Ana was a devoted daughter and cherished member of her family.

Ana was the beloved daughter of Deodato R. Tavares and Ester (Pimenta) Tavares.

Ana spent many...

Miguel Rodriguez

Miguel Rodriguez

Apr 12, 2026

Miguel Rodriguez, age 68, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, at Brandon Woods of Dartmouth, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 2, 1957, in Arroyo, Puerto Rico, Miguel was the cherished son of Felix Rodriguez Pagan and Lydia Cora. 

Throughout his life, Miguel was dedicated to hard work and service. He spent many years employed...

James A. Alfonso

James A. Alfonso

Apr 11, 2026

James A. Alfonso, age 78, of New Bedford passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026 in his daughter’s arms.

Born in Acushnet, James was the son of the late John and Blanche (Tessier) Alfonso and the husband of his late wife Linda (Silva) Alfonso.

He worked a short time as a police officer and then went on to work as a security...

David M. Boswell

David M. Boswell

Apr 10, 2026

David M. Boswell, age 89, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, at Care One New Bedford, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Virginia (Blain) Boswell. He was a dedicated family man and a respected member of his community.

Born on December 29, 1936, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, David was the...

Antonio Soares Carvalho, "Antonio Carteiro"

Antonio Soares Carvalho, "Antonio Carteiro"

Apr 8, 2026

Antonio Soares Carvalho, affectionately known as “Antonio Carteiro,” passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026, at the age of 92. He departed this life at his home in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, surrounded by the loving presence of his family. Antonio was the devoted husband of Merciana (Raposo) Carvalho, with whom he shared an enduring marriage of 63 years.

Born on July 1,...

Maria Conceicao (de Sousa) Costa

Maria Conceicao (de Sousa) Costa

Apr 6, 2026

Maria Conceicao (de Sousa) Costa, aged 75, of Dartmouth, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was the cherished wife of John S. Costa.

Born on September 4, 1950, in Horta, Faial, Azores, Maria was the beloved daughter of the late Delfim de Sousa and Maria (da Silva) de Sousa. A...

Maria dos Anjos Raposo da Silva Camara

Maria dos Anjos Raposo da Silva Camara

Apr 3, 2026

Maria dos Anjos Raposo da Silva Camara, aged 93, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 3, 2026, at her home, embraced by the love and care of her family. She was the cherished wife of the late Jose Pereira Camara.

Maria was born on November 2, 1932, in Sao Miguel, Azores, a place that shaped her early...