Born in New Bedford, a son of the late Anthony and Augusta (Rodrigues) Dutra he was a lifelong area resident.
Anthony worked as a mechanic sharing his skills with the National Guard for many years and by car sales and service with his business, Tony D’s Auto Sales. In his spare time, he enjoyed working on cars and fishing. Nothing brought him greater joy than spending time with his grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Erin Dubreuil of New Bedford and Jamison Dutra; grandchildren, Alexis Cortes and her husband Nhamaa, Jacob Duval, Ava Dubreuil, and Joshua Dubreuil; and great grandchild Carter Cortes; a sister, Diane LeBeouf of Lakeville; and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late, Nancy Mosher.
His visitation will be Monday, September 28, 2026 4-7 p.m. in the Rock Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, MA, 02745 with a memorial service at 5pm. For online tribute/directions: www.rock-funeralhome.com.
