Agostinho Bettencourt, age 87 of Swansea and Fall River, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2014. Born in Santo Antonio, Alem Capelás, São Miguel, Açores, he was the husband of the late Francelina V. (Rego) Bettencourt and the son of the late Agostinho & Maria dos Anjos (Nunes) Bettencourt. Prior to retiring, Agostinho was a Laborer in Construction.
He is survived by his children: Angie Felizola, husband Rodolfo of Swansea, José Bettencourt, wife Maggie of Fall River, Agostinho Bettencourt, wife Maria of the Açores, Carlos Bettencourt, wife Margarida of Fall River; brother: Honorato Bettencourt of Canada; 8 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; many nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by many brothers & sisters.
His funeral will take place from the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1521 N. Main St., Fall River on MONDAY at 8:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. John of God Church, Somerset at 9:00 A.M. Interment in Notre Dame Cemetery. Calling hours Sunday 5-8 P.M. www.rogersfuneral.com.