FALL RIVER – Antonio M. Medeiros, age 61 of Fall River, passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at Charlton Memorial Hospital with his family by his side. Born in Lomba do Cavaleira Povoacão, São Miguel, Açores, he was the beloved husband of Debra (Amaral) Medeiros of 39 years and the son of Cizaltina (Arruda) Medeiros and the late Antonio Medeiros. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph’s Church, assisted with many Holy Ghost Festivities and Folklore Dances. He was an excellent musician and singer, loved fishing and loved spending time with his nieces and nephew.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his 2 sons: Brian G. & Eric A. Medeiros both of Fall River; 3 sisters: Venilia Cabral of Toronto, Canada, Leontina Achadinha of Acushnet and Ilda Borges of New Bedford; several nieces and nephews
His funeral will take place from the Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home, Inc. 1521 N. Main St. Fall River, on Monday, June 27, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph’s Church at 11:00 A.M. graveside interment in Notre Dame Cemetery. Calling hours Sunday 4:00 – 7:00 P.M. www.rogersfuneral.com.