Funeral Services Announced for Notable Madeira Residents
Madeira GuideFour beloved residents of Madeira Island, Portugal, have recently passed away. Their funerals are scheduled in the coming days, honoring their memory and contributions to the community.
Madeira Island mourns the loss of four esteemed community members whose recent passings have touched the hearts of many. Funeral arrangements have been announced, allowing the community to pay their respects and remember the lives of these cherished individuals.
Manuel Coelho's Final Farewell
Manuel Coelho, a respected figure from Santa Cruz, passed away on May 9, 2026. His funeral will be held on Sunday, with a service at the Igreja Matriz de Santa Cruz at 11:00 AM, following a procession from the Hospital Dr. João de Almada at 9:30 AM. A memorial mass will be celebrated on the following Saturday at 6:30 PM.
Honoring Hermínia Moniz Rodrigues Alves
Hermínia Moniz Rodrigues Alves, a beloved resident of Rua dos Moinhos, Santa Cruz, departed on May 8, 2026. Her funeral is scheduled for Saturday, with services commencing at noon from the Casa da Sagrada Família, Gaula, proceeding to the Igreja Matriz de Santa Cruz for a 2:00 PM mass. A seventh-day remembrance mass will be held next Saturday at 6:30 PM.
Farewell to José Manuel Alves Caldeira
José Manuel Alves Caldeira, of Machico, died on May 8, 2026. His funeral will take place on Sunday, May 10, starting from the Casa Mortuária of the Agência Funerária Olival at 11:45 AM. The service will be held at the Capela do Cemitério de Nossa Senhora das Angústias in São Martinho at 12:30 PM, followed by cremation.
Remembering Maria Elda Nunes Martins
Maria Elda Nunes Martins passed away on May 7, 2026. Her funeral is scheduled for Friday, beginning at 12:30 PM from the Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça, with a service at the cemitério municipal de Santa Cruz at 2:00 PM. A seventh-day mass will be held the following Monday at 7:00 PM at the igreja paroquial do Caniço.
The families of the deceased have expressed deep gratitude for the outpouring of support and condolences they have received. They invite friends, family, and community members to attend the services and honor the memories of their loved ones.
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