Community Comes Together to Mourn the Losses in Madeira
Madeira GuideThe Madeira community mourns the loss of four residents this week. Each of these individuals left a significant impact on their families and communities. Funerals will be held across various locales in Madeira, bringing together family and friends in remembrance.
This week, the island of Madeira is united in grief as it mourns the passing of four of its distinguished residents: Maria Albertina de Carvalho, Rosa Perestrelo de Freitas Silva, Maria Bernardete de Abreu, and Agostinho de Nóbrega Gouveia Marques. Each of these individuals was cherished by their families and communities, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and affection.
Maria Albertina de Carvalho
Maria Albertina de Carvalho passed away on May 1, 2026. She was a beloved sister, aunt, and friend, residing in the Sítio da Igreja, Água de Pena, Machico. Her funeral is scheduled for May 2, 2026, starting from the Casa Mortuária at Rua da Palmeira, Santa Cruz, and proceeding to the Church of Água de Pena for a mass, followed by burial in the local cemetery.
Rosa Perestrelo de Freitas Silva
Rosa Perestrelo de Freitas Silva, who resided on Rua Nossa Senhora de Belém, Porto da Cruz, passed away on May 1, 2026. Her funeral takes place today, May 1, starting at the Casa Mortuária in Machico, and moving to the Chapel of the New Municipal Cemetery of Porto da Cruz. A mass will precede her burial at the same location.
Maria Bernardete de Abreu
On April 29, 2026, Maria Bernardete de Abreu passed away. She was a cherished resident of Câmara de Lobos. Her funeral was held on April 30, 2026, beginning at Dr. Nélio Mendonça Hospital and leading to the cemetery chapel in Câmara de Lobos for a mass and burial.
Agostinho de Nóbrega Gouveia Marques
Agostinho de Nóbrega Gouveia Marques passed away on April 29, 2026. Residing in Porto da Cruz, his funeral was conducted on April 30, 2026, beginning at the Casa Mortuária in Santa Cruz and concluding at the New Municipal Cemetery of Porto da Cruz with a mass and burial.
The families of the deceased have expressed their gratitude for all the support and condolences received during this difficult time. Commemorative masses are scheduled to take place, inviting all who wish to honor the memory of these beloved individuals.
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