Manuel N. Alcobia

Manuel N. Alcobia, 82 of Dartmouth, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024 in Sarah Brayton Nursing Home, with his loving family at his bedside. He was the husband of the late Albertina R.N. (Nunes) Alcobia.

Born in Santarem, Portugal, he was the son of the late Daniel and Angelina (Nunes) Alcobia. He was a proud veteran of the Army of Portugal. Manuel was a truck driver for more than 20 years, prior to his retirement. Family was very important to him, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed trips to Portugal, fishing, going to the beach, photography. Manuel was a huge fan of Benfica and an avid New England sports fan. He was also a very social person. He enjoyed great conversation with family and friends.

He is survived by three daughters, Paula Graca and her husband Mario of Dartmouth, Margarida Sofia Cobb and her husband Tim of Acushnet and Doreen Alcobia and her companion Miguel Alves of Somerset; six grandchildren, Lukas Freitas and his wife Yani, Katiya Graca and her fiancé Nick Moniz, Dyanni Freitas and her partner Julius Ramalho, Dylan Almeida, Alex Graca and Ethan Almeida; and one great-grandchild, Zhaia Freitas; and many cousins and many good friends.

Manuel’s family would like to thank the staff at Sarah Brayton Nursing Home, Continuum Care Hospice Services and St. Anne’s Hospital staff of the St. Anthony GPP unit.

His Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024 at 9:00AM in the Rock Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00AM in Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church, 136 Earle St., New Bedford. Relatives and friends are invited Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00PM to 8:00PM. Burial in Pine Grove Cemetery, New Bedford. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeral.com

Speak of me as you have always done,

Remember the good times, laughter and fun.

Share the happy memories we've made,

Do not let them wither or fade.

I'll be with you in the summer's sun,

And when the winter's chill has come.

I'll be the voice that whispers in the breeze,

I'm peaceful now, put your mind at ease.

I've rested my eyes and gone to sleep,

But memories we've shared are yours to keep.

Sometimes our final days may be a test,

But remember me when I was at my best.

Although things may not be the same,

Don't be afraid to use my name.

Let your sorrow last for just a while,

Comfort each other and try to smile.

I've lived a life filled with joy and fun,

Live on now, make me proud of what you'll become.

Arrangements are in the care of the Rock Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, MA 02745. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com