New Bedford – Maria F. Leal, age 68, of Fall River, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Joao V. Leal.
Maria was born in Prainha, Pico, Portugal to Conceicao Evora. She moved to this area in 1980 where she worked as a stitcher for Anderson Little.
She is survived by her husband, Joao; daughter, Sandra Paula Leal; grandchildren, Eryn and Lauren Evangelho; brother, Jose Rosa; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was also the step-daughter of the late Albino da Rosa.
Maria’s visiting hours will be held Thursday evening from 5:00-8:00 P.M. at Perry Funeral Home. Her funeral will be held on Friday morning, beginning in the funeral home at 8:00 A.M. followed by a Liturgy of the Word and Final Commendation at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church at 9:00 A.M. Burial will immediately follow in Pine Grove Cemetery.
Arrangements placed in the care of Perry Funeral Home 111 Dartmouth St. New Bedford, MA 02740. Please see our website: www.perryfuneral.com for condolences.