Joao DePina Fernandes (51) of Brockton died August 25th due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Boston.
He was born in Sao Filipe, Fogo, Cabo Verde son of Joana DePina of Florida and the late Joao Fernandes. Joao was a painter by trade and loved riding his motorcycle. He enjoyed talking on the phone, was known for his kindness, hard working and devoted to his family.
In addition to his mother he is survived by his daughter Gianni D. Fernandes of Brockton, 4 brothers, Edgar Fernandes of Brockton, Arnaldo Fernandes of Cabo Verde, Marcelo Fernandes of Brockton and Jose Fernandes of Portugal, 3 sisters, Celeste Fernandes Pereira of Florida, Marie Fernandes of Brockton and Ana Fernandes of Boston, (sister of the late Arlete Fernandes) and a grandson Amari.
Services in the Home of Funerarias Multi Culturel, 238 Court Street Brockton Saturday September 2nd at 10 am. Followed by a Final Run to Melrose Cemetery, 88 N Pearl Street Brockton. Viewing from 8:30 am prior to services.