Community Mourns as Three Esteemed Residents Pass Away in Madeira

The Madeira community is coming together to mourn the loss of three respected individuals, each of whom left a significant mark on their families and neighborhoods. José Manuel Dias, Rosa Gonçalves de Abreu, and José Freitas have passed away, leaving behind loved ones and a community in grief.

José Manuel Dias, a resident of Rua do Dragoal, Porto Santo, passed away peacefully. His funeral is scheduled for December 30, 2025, at 12:00 PM, departing from the chapel of the Santa Catarina cemetery in Porto Santo. The family has expressed gratitude for the support and condolences they have received during this difficult time.

Rosa Gonçalves de Abreu, a beloved member of the Câmara de Lobos community, will be laid to rest on December 29, 2025. The funeral service will commence at the Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça at 2:00 PM, with a body present mass at 3:00 PM in the cemetery chapel of Câmara de Lobos. Her family appreciates the outpouring of sympathy and invites friends and loved ones to a 7th-day memorial mass on January 3, 2026, at the parish church of São Sebastião.

José Freitas, fondly remembered as 'Avô Zeca' by his family, resided on Rua do Bom Sucesso, Santa Maria Maior, in Funchal. His funeral takes place on December 29, 2025, leaving from the Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça at 1:15 PM to the Nossa Senhora das Angústias cemetery in São Martinho, where a mass will be held at 2:00 PM. Cremation will follow. A 7th-day mass is planned for January 2, 2026, at the Sagrado Coração de Jesus parish.

These losses have deeply affected the local communities, who are uniting in support and remembrance. The families extend their heartfelt thanks to everyone who has offered their condolences and participated in the services. The commitment to family and community, as demonstrated by these individuals, remains a cherished legacy in Madeira.

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