Maria A. Cabral

New Bedford– Maria A. Cabral, age 73, of New Bedford passed away Friday, December 21, 2018. She was the loving wife of Normand Gaspar Cabral and the daughter of the late Avelino Silva and Albertina (Garcia) Ferreira.

Maria was born in Faial, Azores, and lived in this area for many years. She was a Bookkeeper For Merchants Bank and worked in food service for the New Bedford School Department until her retirement.

She is survived by her 2 children: Regina Marie Cabral and Andrew Shawn Cabral.

Maria’s visiting hours will be held Thursday evening from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Perry Funeral Home. Her funeral will be Friday, December 28th beginning in the funeral home at 8:45 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary's Church in New Bedford at 10 AM. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery.

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