SWANSEA - Orlando S. Rodrigues, 54, of Swansea for 11 years, previously of Fall River, died Thursday, March 17th at his home with his family by his side. He leaves his wife and best friend of 25 years, Elogia "Ali" (Medeiros) Rodrigues, a son, Derek Rodrigues of Swansea, two daughters, Kristine & Diana Rodrigues both of Swansea.
He was born in Lisbon, Portugal the son of Mario S. Rodrigues & Maria de Jesus (Simoes) Rodrigues. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Rodrigues worked as a Machinist at Lightolier for 25 years. He was a member of Holy Cross Church of SS Peter & Paul Parish. He was also an avid hunter & fisherman.
His funeral will take place on Monday, March 21st from the Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home, 1521 No. Main St. Fall River at 10:00 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Cross Church of SS Peter & Paul Parish, Pulaski St. Fall River at 11:00 A.M. Interment in Notre Dame Cemetery, Stafford Rd. Fall River. CALLING HOURS will on Sunday, March 20th from 3 to 7 P.M. In lieu flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Outreach, 502 Bedford St. Fall River, MA 02720