Obituary of Maria Da Conceição Goncalves

Maria Da Conceição Goncalves, age 93, of Bridgeport, beloved wife of the late Antonio (Vinte e Cinco) Goncalves, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 12, 2018 with her loving family by her side. Born on June 26, 1924 in Torre, Chaves Portugal, she was a daughter of the late Francisco Goncalves and Teresa Diniz.

Maria was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt. She enjoyed time with her family and the love she gave unconditionally will always live on in their hearts. She will be missed by all who loved her.

Survivors include two loving children, Adelaide Esteves and her husband Valdemar Sr., and Joe Goncalves all of Bridgeport, five cherished grandchildren, Michele (Bill), Valdemar Jr. (Maria), Jason (Danielle), Matthew and Ashley, five great grandchildren, as well as several nieces, nephews, and brothers and sisters-in-law.

A Memorial Mass celebrating Maria's life will take place on Friday, March 16, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. directly in St. Augustine Cathedral, 359 Washington Ave, Bridgeport. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph's Center, 6448 Main St., Trumbull, CT 06611 for Mass intentions.