Born in St. Michael, Portugal, a son of the late Francisco C. and Maria (Frias) Benevides, Carlos was longtime resident of New Bedford. He was a self-employed as a mason for many years, prior to his retirement.
Carlos loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He enjoyed family gatherings; he was an avid fisherman and Benfica fan. Carlos loved to work in his garden and making wine. Above all else, Carlos was a kind and loving man, who enjoyed helping others.
In addition to his loving wife, he is survived his children, Paula Martin and her husband Douglas, Cidalia Pacheco, Carlos Benevides and his fiancé Lynda Dauphin and Sandra Benevides all of New Bedford; eight grandchildren, Jason, Jeffrey, Jordan, Tracy, Kyle, Josh, Nadia, and Kaylee; five grandchildren, Cason, Lylah, Mila, Kora and Kylo and many nieces and nephews; his siblings, Jose Benevides and Cizaltina Corriea of the Azores. He was predecease by his siblings, Adelino, Manuel, Gil, Antonio and Lidia.
His Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 9:00AM in Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, 136 Earle Street, New Bedford, MA 02746. Relatives and friends are invited. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00 to 7:00PM in the ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745. Burial in Pine Grove Cemetery. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com
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