Antonia C. Rozario

New Bedford – Antonia C. Rozario, age 73 years old, passed away on Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at St. Luke's Hospital. Born in New Bedford, MA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Antonio and Clara (Costa) Rozario.

Antonia had worked as a secretary for Early Learning Child Care for over 40 years. She loved her kids and was like a mother figure to many.

She is survived by her son, Craig S. Rozario of New Bedford; a grandson, Craig Rozario; 5 siblings, Eva Rozario Nolan of Chicago, IL, Amelia Gomes of New Bedford, Ernest Rozario of Bridgeport, CT, Paul Rozario of New Bedford and Stella Lopes of New Bedford; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was also the sister of the late, Manuel, Joseph, Antone and John Rozario, Anna Silva and Mary Santos.

Antonia’s visiting hours will be held Friday from 5:00-8:00 P.M. at Perry Funeral Home. Her funeral services will be held Saturday morning, beginning in the funeral home at 8:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at O.L.O.A. Church at 9:00 A.M. Burial will immediately follow in Rural Cemetery.

Arrangements placed in the care of Perry Funeral Home 111 Dartmouth St. New Bedford, Ma 02740.