Eduardo M. Martins

FALL RIVER… Eduardo M. Martins, 84, of Fall River passed away May 2, 2020 at his home following a long illness.

He was the loving husband of Mary I. (Cabeceiras) Martins to whom he had been married for 53 years.

Born in St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Manuel M. and Maria C. (Pereira) Martins.

Mr. Martins was a communicant of Santo Christo Church and had worked for many years as a Spreader/Cutter in the local factories before his retirement. He was a member of the Fall River Sports Club and had enjoyed fishing and watching Soccer.

Along with his wife, survivors include his children: David Martins of Mattapoisett, Joanne Sabik of Lithia, FL, Deborah Dawson of Longbeach, CA, Andrea Finnegan of Reading, MA and Elizabeth Martins of Fall River; his brother: Joseph Martins of Fall River; 8 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Due to current restrictions, funeral services will be private. Arrangements are entrusted to Oliveira Funeral Home, 215 Columbia St. Fall River, MA 02721.