Funerals of Three Beloved Madeira Residents Announced
Madeira GuideThe communities of Ponta do Pargo, Estreito da Calheta, and São Martinho mourn the loss of Maria Ascensão Rodrigues de Sousa, Maria de Jesus Leitão Gouveia Ladeira, and Maria Celina de Sousa as their funerals are set to take place.
In a somber announcement, the Madeira community is preparing to bid farewell to three beloved members. The funerals of Maria Ascensão Rodrigues de Sousa, Maria de Jesus Leitão Gouveia Ladeira, and Maria Celina de Sousa have been scheduled, each reflecting deep ties to their respective localities.
Maria Ascensão Rodrigues de Sousa's Farewell
Hailing from Ponta do Pargo, Maria Ascensão Rodrigues de Sousa passed away on June 10, 2026. Her funeral will take place on Thursday, June 11, at the Igreja Paroquial de São Pedro, Ponta do Pargo, with a mass at 11:00 AM followed by burial. The family expresses gratitude for the support shown by friends and special thanks to the local healthcare teams.
Honoring Maria de Jesus Leitão Gouveia Ladeira
Maria de Jesus Leitão Gouveia Ladeira, a native of Estreito da Calheta, will be laid to rest on Wednesday, June 10. The service will occur at the Igreja Paroquial de Nossa Senhora da Graça at 3:00 PM. The community, including the local fire department, mourns her loss and offers condolences to the family, notably her son, a firefighter.
Remembering Maria Celina de Sousa
Residing in São Martinho, Maria Celina de Sousa's funeral is also scheduled for June 10. The service will be held at the cemitério de Nossa Senhora das Angústias, with a mass at 12:30 PM, followed by cremation. The family extends heartfelt thanks to the medical teams at Hospital Dr. João de Almada for their care and support.
These ceremonies highlight the close-knit communities of Madeira, where personal connections and communal support are paramount during times of loss.
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