João Moniz Pimentel better known as João Barbeiro was born in Calheta, São Jorge, Azores on September 29, 1937, and passed away in San Jose, CA on February 1, 2025, at the age of 87. João and Angelina moved to California in 1971 and began their life in Santa Clara County.
For 25 years, João welcomed all those who entered into McDonald's with a smile. He was a member of IES Hall and Aliança Jorgense. His favorite pastimes included spending time with family, socializing with friends, and fishing with his granddaughters, Vanessa and Nideaya.
Beloved husband of Angelina Pimentel; devoted father of Nidia Zavala, Joe Pedro Pimentel, and the late Paul Jorge Pimentel; cherished grandfather and adored great-grandfather; dear uncle, cousin, and friend to many. João will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Family and friends are invited to gather on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Five Wounds Portuguese National Church beginning with a rosary at 10:00 am and mass at 10:15 am. Interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery.
