Robert D. "Footie" Duarte, 47, of New Bedford died November 19, 2002 at home unexpectedly.
He was the son of Christine Duarte of New Bedford and the late Albert Lessa.
Mr. Duarte was born in Acushnet and lived in New Bedford all of his life.
He was a communicant of St. James Church.
Mr. Duarte was formerly employed by Hathaway Mills.
He was a member of the New Bedford YMCA and an avid artist. He enjoyed his family and was a friend to many.
Survivors include his mother; 9 cousins, Donna M. Medeiros of North Carolina, Derek E. Leighton, Cindy L. Offley, James Carlisle, Gilbert Carlisle, Billy Ramos, Antoinette Garcia and Marvin Duarte, all of New Bedford and Rosemarie Busnengo of Dartmouth; an aunt, Rose Carlisle of New Bedford; an uncle, Francisco Duarte of New Bedford; several 2nd cousins.
He was the nephew of the late Mary Leighton and Antone Duarte, and cousin of the late Frank Duarte.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass Saturday, November 23rd at 10 AM in St. James Church.
Visiting hours are omitted.
Interment private.