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Edward Fonseca Obituary

Edward S. Fonseca, Sr. QUINCY Edward S. Fonseca, Sr. of Quincy, formerly of Dorchester, October 6, 2008. Beloved husband of Shirley A. (Rocha) Fonseca of Quincy. Loving father of Edward S., Jr., Manuel S. and his wife Julianne and Robert S. and his wife Barbara; all of Quincy. Grandfather of Edward, Timothy Sr., Jason, Matthew, Amanda, Andrew and Jessica. Great grandfather of Kierstin, Jayada, Christopher, Timothy Jr., Kyleigh and Jordyn. Edward's life revolved around his family. He enjoyed taking part in his children's activities when they were young . He also played the guitar and ukulele. Mr. Fonseca was old fashioned, loving, stubborn and had a good sense of humor. He was fond of Hershey chocolate, the Red Sox and watching cartoons with his grandchildren. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Life Celebration Service in Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY, Friday at 8:15 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. Ann's Church, Quincy at 9 a.m. Visiting hours Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Burial in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester. Donations in memory of Mr. Fonseca may be made to the Jimmy Fund, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West - 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445-7226. Call 1-800-Keohane or see www.Keohane.com for directions and online condolences.

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Published by The Patriot Ledger from Oct. 8 to Oct. 9, 2008.

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Terencio fonseca

February 13, 2021

Condolecence

chris gill

November 3, 2008

Bobby,Eddie, Manny:

I remember Eddie on Lithgow Street always washing and waxing his red Monte Carlo. He was always smiling and loved his family a lot. I am thinking of all of you at this very difficult time. Also to the Rocha family on their loss. Sharon, Frank, Dave and Mr and Mrs. Rocha as well as to Shirley and Gerry. May you all find strngth during this difficult time

BARBARA LOMBA

October 11, 2008

DEAR FONSECA FAMILY, SORRY FOR THE PASSING OF YOUR FATHER. JOHN AND I HAVE MANY GREAT MEMORIES OF HIM FROM DORCHESTER. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. JOHN AND BARBARA LOMBA

Donna pomales

October 8, 2008

uncle eddie you will be deeply missed.
especially for your famous dance you would do at every party.
love Henry & Donna & kids

Deborah Willis-Jelley

October 8, 2008

Shirley, Eddie, Manny & Bobby,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Eddie Sr. My God keep you close to Him in your time of sorrow.

Laurie Leitao

October 8, 2008

To the Fonseca Family,

Julio and I are keeping you all in our prayers during this time! Your Husband, Dad, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Uncle and friend will be long remembered. We love you all and God bless you!

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