Leonard Lima, 59, of New Bedford died Friday January 18, 2008 unexpectedly at home. He was the husband of Eileen (Barboza) Lema.
Born in Taunton, the son of Louise (Costa) Lima and the late Louis Lima, he lived in New Bedford for most of his life.
An accomplished musician, he was a member of the band "Spectrum". He also had been employed by a furniture refinishing company and St. Luke's Hospital in the housekeeping department.
He loved animals.
Survivors include his wife and mother; four children, Eileen "Lenore" Lema, Leonard Lema, Jr., and Leonard Machado, all of New Bedford, and Lee Lema of Rhode Island; two sisters, Irene Gomes and Loretta Fisher, both of New Bedford; a grandson; and several nieces and nephews.
His Funeral will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM at the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. Burial will follow in Rural Cemetery. Visiting hours Tuesday 6-9 PM. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.