Funeral Announcements for Prominent Residents of Madeira
Madeira GuideA series of funeral announcements have been made for well-known residents of Madeira, highlighting their contributions to the community and the ceremonies to honor their lives.
Madeira Island is mourning the loss of several distinguished residents this week. The community has come together to honor these individuals, whose funeral details have been announced by their families.
Maria Celina de Sousa
Maria Celina de Sousa, a beloved resident of Rua Velha da Ajuda, São Martinho, passed away on June 9, 2026. Her funeral will take place on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. The procession will leave the Hospital Dr. João de Almada at 11:45 AM for the chapel of the cemetery of Nossa Senhora das Angústias, São Martinho, where a mass will be held at 12:30 PM, followed by cremation. The family expressed gratitude to the medical and nursing staff for their care and support.
Maria Paixão dos Santos
Maria Paixão dos Santos, from Caminho do Terro Negro, Serra de Água, passed away on June 8, 2026. Her funeral is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2026, with the procession leaving Hospital Dr. João de Almada at 9:30 AM to the parish church of Nossa Senhora da Ajuda, Serra de Água. A mass will be held at 10:30 AM, followed by the burial. A memorial mass will also be held on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
Luísa Teresa Maria Amado de Freitas Vieira
Luísa Teresa Maria Amado de Freitas Vieira, a resident of Rua da Rochinha, Santa Maria Maior, Funchal, passed on June 8, 2026. Her funeral was held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, with a mass at 10:00 AM at the chapel of Nossa Senhora das Angústias, São Martinho, followed by cremation. A memorial mass is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the Church of Nossa Senhora de Fátima, Santa Maria Maior, Funchal.
Maria da Conceição Sequeira da Costa
Maria da Conceição Sequeira da Costa, who lived at Caminho da Coxa, Porto Moniz, passed away on June 8, 2026. Her funeral was held on the same day, with the procession leaving Hospital dos Marmeleiros at 2:00 PM to the parish church of Santa Maria Madalena, Porto Moniz. A mass was conducted at 4:00 PM, followed by the burial. A memorial mass will occur on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
These announcements reflect the rich community ties and the respect these individuals commanded in life. The families extend their heartfelt thanks to the medical staff and friends who supported them during these challenging times.
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