FALL RIVER – David C. Medeiros, age 78, left this earth to be with the Lord after a courageous battle with dementia on January 14, 2021 at Blue Hills Alzheimer's Care Center in Stoughton, Massachusetts. Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Manuel (Cabral) and Isabel (Braga) Medeiros. He is survived by his wife Germaine Pacheco) Medeiros, four children, Mark Medeiros (wife Theresa), Melissa Lavoie (husband David), David Mcelroy (wife Joanne) and Kimberly Medeiros; grandchildren Nichole Bradham, Kaelyn Lavoie, Samantha Moraes, Nolan Ferreira, David Mcelroy Jr, Alexander Medeiros, Sierra Mcelroy, Travis Medeiros, and Lainie Medeiros and seven great-granddaughters and several nieces and nephews. He is the brother of Izaltina (Sally) Delvalle, Thomas C. and Joseph Medeiros and the late Humberto C. Medeiros.
Dave enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He took great pleasure in following his family around with his camcorder. Dave loved spending time at his Florida home every winter where he and Germaine were visited by many family members and friends. He was always busy with his work and he really enjoyed playing cards with his brothers, in -laws and nephews. He was always keen to share his knowledge and never stopped helping others. He played softball (Harbor Aces) and maintained lasting friendships with many of the players. He was a PAL Board Member from 1980-1981 and a PAL Hockey Coach/Volunteer PAL Haunted House.
In 1972 Dave received his license as a Journeyman Plumber. in 1981 he received his Master Plumbers License and in 1982 he received his Master Gas Fitters License. Dave was the City of Fall River Plumbing and Gas Inspector for 25 years. In 1995 David received the award of Outstanding Leadership as President of N.E. Plumbing, Gas and Mechanical Inspectors. Beginning in 2004 and prior to his retirement from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 2017, Dave served as one of the State of Massachusetts Plumbing and Gas Inspectors as well as a Compliance Officer for the Commonwealth.
Dave proudly served in the U.S. military for 31 years which included five years in the U.S. Marine Corps and 26 years in the Army National Guard. As a Marine Dave was awarded two Good Conduct Medals. Upon retiring in 2002, with the rank of Master Sergeant, he was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal from the Massachusetts Army National Guard. Earlier he had been awarded an Official Citation for Exceptional Service in the Army National Guard from the Massachusetts State Senate and an Official Citation from the Massachusetts House of Representatives recognizing David for being chosen as the Outstanding Military Person of the Year for the Massachusetts Military Academy.
David was a man of very deep faith. He taught Bible Study for years and he served as Secretary of the Full Gospel Business Men's Fellowship. He often cited two highlights in his life were when he married his loving wife and when he embraced the Catholic faith and was baptized in 2016.
Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial at St Michael's Church at 10 A.M. on Tuesday, January 26. followed by interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery. Calling hours are from 4-8 P. M. on Monday, January 25. Arrangements are under the direction of the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home, Fall River. We ask for your patience as you may need to wait to come in to pay your respects. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s-Dementia Association. To send the family expressions of Sympathy, please go to www.rogersfuneral.com.