DARTMOUTH – Clement Arruda, age 90 of Dartmouth & Fall River, passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 2, 2023 at St. Luke's Hospital with his loving family by his side. Born in Remedios da Bretanha, Sao Miguel, Azores, Clement was the beloved husband of Odilia (Martinho) Arruda and the son of the late Joao S. Arruda and the late Emilia (Moreira) Arruda.

Prior to retiring, Clement was the owner/operator of his own general contracting business. Clement Arruda General Contractors which was his passion. We would call him MacGyver as he could fix anything with minimal resources.

He was a parishioner of St Michael's Church for over 40 years and most recently St. George's Church of Westport. At St. Michael's Church, he served as Mordomo various times and was proud to have many domingas. He loved organizing, cooking, and serving in many kitchens. A few being St. Michael's Holy Ghost committee and feasts, our Lady of Light Band club functions and feasts, and serving as Kitchen Supervisor for the Great Feast of the Holy Ghost for many years.

Other titles held were President and Board of Directors for Our Lady of Light Band club and President of the Great Feast of the Holy Ghost. Clement was also responsible for being the sole sponsor for his family and many others in bringing them to the United States, "which he was very proud of."

He was an avid Camper, Loved singing, dancing and having fun with his close friends. He was the life of the party and was a part of the musical Arruda Family. He also played the guitar and enjoyed making music with his brothers.

In addition to his beloved wife, Odilia, Clement is survived by his children, Paula M. Arruda and Clement Arruda Jr. both of Dartmouth; his cherished granddaughter, Cecily P. Arruda; and his siblings, Maria dos Anjos Hilario of Fall River, Leontina Arruda of Texas, Theresinha Silva of Westport, and Rev. Henry S. Arruda of Fall River; 99 nieces & nephews; & many great nieces, nephews. Clement was predeceased by his siblings, Emilia Rego, Joao S. Arruda, Jaime Arruda, Manuel Arruda, and Jose Arruda.

Clement's funeral will take place from the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home, 1521 N. Main St., Fall River on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023 here at 8:45 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Michael's Church at 10:00 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Fall River. Calling hours on Monday, Oct. 9th from 4-8 P.M.