Manuel H. Barbosa, age 81 of Fall River, passed away on January 12, 2013. He was the beloved husband to Maria (Medeiros Pacheco) Barbosa for 54 years. Born in Capelas, São Miguel, Açores, he was the son of the late Amancio and Alcina (Pereira) Barbosa. Prior to retiring, Manuel worked as a union laborer in construction. He was a parishioner of St. Michael Church, an avid sports fisherman, enjoyed all sports, and loved spending time with his family.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children: Lana Batista (husband Edmund) of Fall River, Joe Barbosa (wife Lelia) of Fall River, Mario Barbosa (wife Karen) of Fall River, Gabriela Ferreira (husband Donald) of Swansea, Maria DaSilva (husband Joe) of Fall River, Michelle Rebello (husband Jaime) of Fall River; 14 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, several nieces & nephews. He was the brother of the late Alzira Maria Jose Barbosa, Norberto Barbosa, Antonia do Espirito Santo Aires, Ines Barbosa.
His funeral will take place from the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC. 1521 N. Main St Fall River on WEDNESDAY at 8:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Michael Church at 9:00 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick Cemetery. Calling hours on TUESDAY from 5-8 P.M. www.rogersfuneral.com.