Almeirinda Gomes Obituary

Almeirinda Gomes, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and pillar of her community, passed away peacefully on October 5th at the age of 90. She was born on the picturesque island of Faial, Azores, on August 13, 1933. Almeirinda's life was a testament to her unwavering strength, resilience, and commitment to her family. She emigrated from the Azores to the United States in search of a better life, a journey that required immense courage and determination. In the United States, she worked tirelessly to provide for her family, taking on various jobs to ensure her children had the opportunities she never had. Among her many jobs, she was a classically trained pianist who played keyboard with the Luis Gomes Orchestra. She was also a paraprofessional in the Lowell School System where she helped teach many children. Family was at the heart of Almeirinda's life. She and her husband recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. She was a loving mother to her daughters who she raised with an abundance of care and devotion. She cherished every moment spent with her children and later, her grandchildren, filling their lives with love, wisdom, and cherished family traditions. Her home was always a warm and welcoming place, where laughter and togetherness were abundant. Almeirinda also found joy in her deep faith and was an active member of Saint Anthony's Church, where she found solace and camaraderie among her fellow parishioners. Her strong faith in God was a source of comfort and guidance throughout her life. In her spare time, Almeirinda enjoyed traveling, reading and creating works of art with her embroidery. She was known for her delicious cooking, quick wit and sense of humor. Her kind and generous spirit extended beyond her family and friends, as she often volunteered her time to help those in need within her community. Almeirinda Gomes leaves behind a legacy of love, resilience, and devotion. She is survived by her husband, Luis Gomes, children, Almerinda Silva and her husband Tony, Isabel Gund and her husband Larry, her two grandchildren, Celine and Victor Silva, her brother Herbert Silva as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and friends who were fortunate enough to have known her. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, October 12th from 8:30am to 10:00am at the Dracut Funeral Home, 2159 Lakeview Ave. , Dracut followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11am at St. Anthony Parish, 893 Central St. , Lowell. Interment in St. Mary's Cemetery, Tewksbury. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations may be made in her memory to Boston Children's Hospital at childrenshospital. org. May she rest in eternal peace.