Jorge (Portugese) Pinto Carapinha (60) died Jan 21st in his home after a period of failing health. He was the Husband of Leotina (Bettencourt).
He was born in Lisbon, Portugal Son of the late Manuel and Izilda (Pinto) Carapinha. He was owner and chef of Fugazo Restaurant in Brockton. Jorge a avid soccer fan routing for the Portugal (Sporting) Club, he loved to cook and grill and play cards with friends.
In addition to his Wife he is survived by 3 Sons Emanuel Carapinha, Leandro (Leo) Darosa and Helder Darosa all of Brockton, 4 Daughters Veronica Carapinha of Worcester, Carla Darosa, Fernanda Dossantos and Helga Darosa all of Brockton. 20 Grandchildren, 3 Brothers Luis, Jose Manuel, and Henrique Carapinha all of Portugal, 1 Sister Fernanda Carapinha of Portugal.
Funeral Services will be celebrated in the Brockton Cape Verdean SDA Church, 678 East St Brockton Monday Jan 28th at 10 am. Burial will follow in Melrose Cemetery. Visitation in the Home of Funerarias Multi Culturel Sunday Jan 27th from 5-9 pm.