Maria Helena Alves, 96, passed away peacefully in the evening of December 29, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Montalegre, Portugal, in 1928, she immigrated to the United States in 1971. Maria Helena was the beloved wife of the late Jose Joaquim Alves, who sadly predeceased her in 2004. She leaves behind her loving children: Jose Alves (Benta), Cila Leal (Aurelio), Helena Crespo (Fernando), and Francisco “Chico” Alves (Lori); and adoring grandchildren: Jason Alves (Jackie), Leana Gendreau (Chris), Kevin Crespo, Claudia Costa (Steve), Erick Leal (Jessica), Gabrielle Leal, Aaron Alves (Lorena), Jose Alves (Erica), and Acacio Alves (Tori). She also leaves behind 10 cherished great-grandchildren. Maria Helena's greatest joys in life were spending time with her family and friends. She had a passion for sewing, knitting, cooking, and gardening. In her spare time, you would often find her outdoors, tending to her beloved garden. The family would like to express their special gratitude to the staff at East Longmeadow Skilled Nursing Center for their care and compassion throughout the years. Her funeral will be held privately in Montalegre, Portugal. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Fatima on Friday, January 3, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Maria Helena's warmth, kindness, and love will be dearly missed, and her memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
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