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Funeral Announcements in Madeira: Honoring Local Lives

Madeira GuideMadeira Guide
June 10, 2026
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Madeira mourns the loss of three beloved residents: Eduardo Fernandes, Maria Celina de Sousa, and Maria Paixão dos Santos. These individuals, cherished by their families and communities, will be remembered in upcoming funeral services in Funchal and Serra de Água.

The island of Madeira is in mourning as it bids farewell to three cherished residents whose lives touched many. Eduardo Fernandes, Maria Celina de Sousa, and Maria Paixão dos Santos have passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love and community.

Eduardo Fernandes: A Life Remembered

Eduardo Fernandes, a resident of Estrada Monumental in São Martinho, Funchal, departed on June 9, 2026. His funeral will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, with the procession starting from Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça at 9:00 AM, followed by a service at the chapel of the Nossa Senhora das Angústias cemetery. A 7th-day mass will occur on June 14 at the Church of Nossa Senhora de Santa Rita.

Maria Celina de Sousa: A Cherished Memory

Maria Celina de Sousa, a resident of Rua Velha da Ajuda, São Martinho, passed away on June 9, 2026. Her funeral is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2026, departing from Hospital Dr. João de Almada at 11:45 AM, with a service at the same cemetery as Eduardo. Her family expresses gratitude to the medical staff of both Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça and Hospital Dr. João de Almada for their compassionate care.

Maria Paixão dos Santos: Fond Farewells

Maria Paixão dos Santos, from Caminho do Terro Negro, Serra de Água, died on June 8, 2026. Her funeral service will be on June 10, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM from Hospital Dr. João de Almada, followed by a mass at the Church of Nossa Senhora da Ajuda and burial at the local cemetery. A 7th-day mass is planned for June 14 in Serra de Água.

These ceremonies not only honor the deceased but also celebrate the enduring bonds they forged with their families and communities. As Madeira reflects on their contributions, the island unites in grief and remembrance.

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