Daniel Nobrega

New Bedford - Daniel Nobrega, age 91 years, died on Sunday May 12, 2013 at Brandon Woods of New Bedford after a long period of declining health. He was the beloved widower of Juliette (Audette) Nobrega. Born in Fall River and living most of his life in this area, Daniel is the son of Maria (Freitas) and Manuel Nobrega. Mr. Nobrega worked as a Custodian in an elastic factory and was also a prize fighter for many years. He fulfilled his military duty by serving in the Merchant Marines during World War II. Daniel was a participant at Elder Haven Adult Day care.
His family includes his 4 children: Sharon Blanchard, wife of the late Philip, of Rochester, Ma, Joyce Bruni-Jared and her husband Kevin, of Virginia, Gerard Nobrega and his wife Cheryl of Taunton, Ma and the late Bruce Nobrega; 3 siblings: the late Edmund Nobrega, the late Ralph Nobrega and the late Ruth Gomes; 5 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews
In accordance with his wishes, Daniel will be cremated. Arrangements placed in the care of Perry Funeral Home, 111 Dartmouth St. in New Bedford.