SWANSEA – Arthur F. Monteiro, age 83, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 17, 2024. Born in Ponta Garça, São Miguel, Açores, Arthur was predeceased by his beloved wife Maria V. (Jorge) Monteiro only a month ago. He was also the son of the late Jorge and the late Maria Jose (Sousa Medeiros) Monteiro.

Prior to retiring, Arthur worked for Lightolier in the maintenance dept. He was an active member of St. Michael's Parish, where he assisted in the cooking and working in the concession stand. Arthur loved traveling with his wife, especially on cruises, and also enjoyed his daily mall walks, where he and his wife would meet up with their walking group. Arthur was also an avid Benfica soccer club fan.

Arthur is survived by his son Paul Monteiro of Swansea; beloved granddaughter Tiffany DoRego; cherished great-grandchildren Cameron Teasdale, Manuel Lopez and Breidy DoRego. Arthur was predeceased by his siblings Jorge Monteiro, Angelina Monteiro, Estrelina Mendoza, Domingos Monteiro, and Lurdes Monteiro.

Arthur's funeral will take place from the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home, 1521 N. Main St., Fall River on Monday, Oct. 21st  here at 10:00 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Michael's Parish at 11:00 AM. Interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Fall River. Calling hours on Sunday, October 20th from 2-6 P.M.

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