Dorothea Tavares Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Dorothea Tavares of Fall River, Massachusetts, whose life came to an end on October 3, 2025 at the age of 102, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Dorothea Tavares to show support.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Dorothea find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her husband William Dias Tavares; her parents, Vincent Isadore and Belmira Isadore (Machado); and her brothers, Vincent and Edward Isadore.
She is survived by: her caregiver Cynthia Gibeault (Craig); and her sibling's children, Kevin, Jason Tavares and Elizabeth Coleman. She is also survived by many other nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 8th 2025 from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM at the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home (1521 N Main St, Fall River, MA 02720). A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, October 8th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Michael's Church (189 Essex St, Fall River, MA 02720). A burial will be held on Wednesday, October 8th 2025 at the Notre Dame Cemetery (1540 Stafford Rd, Fall River, MA 02724).
