Lucindo A. "Lou" Rosa, 54, of New Bedford died Tuesday, March 23, 2021 unexpectedly at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of Tara L. (Santos) Rosa.
Born in São Filipe, Cape Verde, son of Maria (Avelino) Rosa and the late Ido Rosa, he lived in Pawtucket and Fall River for many years before moving to New Bedford.
Lou was a graduate of Shea High School in Pawtucket.
He was employed as a roofer for many years and had owned his own business, Lou's Home Improvements, for over 15 years.
Lou was a very charitable person and gave to everyone and everything he could. He lived life to the fullest and was the life of the party who enjoyed talking with anyone he met. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, playing cards and riding his Harley Davidson. Above all, Lou loved his family and could always be found at his son Myles' basketball games, no matter where they were being played.
He is survived by his wife, Tara; his mother, Maria; his son, Myles Rosa; five siblings, Ildeberto Rosa, Emanuel Rosa, Luis Rosa, Marta Remolina and her husband Henry, and Monica Rosa; his mother-in-law, Laura Santos; his sister-in-law, Trisha Souza; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.
He was predeceased by his brother, Silas Rosa and his niece, Brittany Rosa.
His visiting hours will be held Sunday, March 28, 2021 from 2-6 PM in the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. Due to capacity restrictions, his Funeral Service and burial will be held privately. For directions and guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, you must wear a mask, practice social distancing, and avoid any close contact. Capacity at the funeral home will be limited so there could be wait times outside the funeral home. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.