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Community Mourns the Passing of Beloved Residents in Câmara de Lobos

Madeira GuideMadeira Guide
April 18, 2026
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In April 2026, the community of Câmara de Lobos is united in grief as four cherished residents are laid to rest, highlighting the strong family ties and communal bonds in this Madeira town.

The town of Câmara de Lobos, Madeira, is enveloped in sorrow as it mourns the loss of four respected residents. This week, the local community bids farewell to Maria Teresinha Ferraz, Júlia da Silva de Abreu, Maria da Conceição Fernandes Abreu, and Teresa Gomes da Silva. Each of these individuals left behind a legacy of love and cherished memories, underscoring the town's deep-rooted family and communal connections.

Maria Teresinha Ferraz

Maria Teresinha Ferraz passed away on April 18, 2026. Her funeral will take place in the chapel of the cemetery of Câmara de Lobos at 3:30 PM. She was a resident of Rua Padre António Sousa da Costa, Garachico, and will be remembered fondly by her family, friends, and neighbors. A 7th-day memorial mass will be held on April 25, 2026, at the parish church of Nossa Senhora Bom Sucesso.

Júlia da Silva de Abreu

Júlia da Silva de Abreu died on April 17, 2026. Her funeral procession will leave Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça at 10:00 AM, proceeding to the parish church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo in Câmara de Lobos for a service at 11:30 AM. She was a resident of Rua Comandante Camacho de Freitas, Campanário. A memorial mass will be conducted on April 22, 2026, at the same church.

Maria da Conceição Fernandes Abreu

Maria da Conceição Fernandes Abreu, also passing on April 17, will be honored with a funeral starting at Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça at 1:00 PM, with a service at the cemetery chapel in Câmara de Lobos at 2:00 PM. Residing at Caminho do Pico, she is survived by her family who deeply appreciates the care provided by local medical staff. Her 7th-day mass is scheduled for April 25 at the church of São Sebastião.

Teresa Gomes da Silva

Teresa Gomes da Silva's funeral is scheduled for April 18, 2026, beginning from Hospital Dr. João de Almada at 2:00 PM. A service at the parish church of Nossa Senhora da Ajuda in Serra de Água will follow at 3:00 PM. Her family extends their gratitude for the community's support. A subsequent mass will be held on April 25.

These events highlight the strong community spirit in Câmara de Lobos, where families come together to support one another during times of loss. The funerals and memorials reflect the respect and love these individuals commanded from their neighbors and loved ones.

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