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Manuel Botelho Obituary

Manuel Botelho, 72, of Fall River, husband of Janis (Akers) Botelho, passed away Saturday, March 6, 2021 after a period of declining health. Manny graduated from Durfee in 1968 and served in the Marine Corps for 31 years, where he met his wife. He loved to ride his Harley and drive his antique Ford 1955. Besides his wife of 49 years, he leaves three children, Patricia Deleon-Blair (husband Lee) of Fall River, Debra Botelho of CA and David Botelho (wife Tiffany) of CA; grandchildren, Janessa Deleon, Nicholas Blair, Amelia Botelho and Gracelynn Botelho; a sister, Geraldine Berard (husband Paul); sister-in-law Carol Kulesza (husband Stanley) and nieces and nephews, Cindy, Adam, Brian, Tim, Emily, David and Mindy and their families. He was predeceased by his brother David Botelho and his fiancee Barbara. The family would like to send a special thanks to St. Anne's Hospital, St. Catherine Unit, and Accent Care Hospice for their exceptional care. Private funeral arrangements entrusted to the Auclair Funeral Home, 690 So. Main St., Fall River. Manny will eventually be laid to rest at Riverside Veteran's Cemetery, CA.

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Published by Herald News on Mar. 14, 2021.

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Mike Kernan

August 3, 2021

Semper Fi brother. It was a pleasure serving in our beloved Marine Corps with you. Rest in Peace.

Gertrude M. Aguiar

March 14, 2021

My Dearest Janis, Please accept my deepest sympathy for your Loss. I never realized how sick he was. He loved life especially his hobbies with his brother David. Take care Love you Gert

Gert Aguiar

March 14, 2021

My Dearest Janis, I had no Idea that Manny was so sick, I read it from Debbie on Facebook. I tried the number for Trisha, I tried it and left 2 messages. Please call me. My number is 508-235-3738 call me whenever you have time. Manny will always be in my heart ❤ ♥ q

The Auclair Family

March 14, 2021

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time and sincerest thanks for entrusting your loved one to our care.

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