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Ann Pinto Obituary
Born in New Bedford, a daughter of the late Joseph Andrade and Ana O. (Lopes Oliveira) Andrade, she attended and graduated from LaBaron Beauty Academy and worked as a beautician for ten years. She later went on to attend and later graduate form BCC and the Diman School of Nursing for her L.P.N. degree.
A long time member of The International Church of the Nazarene, she served as a member of the Fairhaven School Committee, the first minority to do so for 8 years, resigning in April 2001. Mrs. Pinto was a Fairhaven Town Meeting member, a member of the Fairhaven Improvement Association, Fairhaven Colonial Club, Fairhaven Reading Buddy Volunteer, Fairhaven Community Service Learning with high school students, Fairhaven Partnership for Children Council, Annual Guest Reader in Fairhaven Schools, Cape Verdean Women's Club, New Bedford Historical Society, New Bedford Whaling Museum, both as a trustee and education Board Member, Early Learning Child Care Board in New Bedford, assistant to Mrs. Brenda Harrison at the Church Sunday School teaching 6 year olds, volunteer on Mondays in the church clothes closet distributing clothes, and a Fairhaven Improvement Board member. In 1977, she was the recipient of the Fairhaven Education Association Award listing her as "A Friend of Education" which was a proud moment for her as well as receiving volunteer awards from the Fairhaven Schools.
Ann enjoyed traveling, gardening and children. In 2002, she received a millennium award from CVN President Tom Lopes from the Martha Briggs Education Society. She was also well known for giving tea parties to students in schools, and her many friends call her "The Tea Party Lady." She collected tea pots as a hobby and had over 240 tea pots in her collection.
Survivors include two sons, Richard W. Stevens and his wife, Lori of Arlington, VA and Marc A. Stevens of Fairhaven; two step-children, Robert and David Pinto of Fall River; two sisters, Alice Conceicao and Anita Turner of New Bedford; her daughter-in-law, Diane Stevens Pontiff of New Bedford; four grandchildren, David Stevens Jr., Leslie A. Stevens, Matthew W. Stevens and Olivia M. Stevens; step-granddaughter, Tisha Pinto; Mrs. Pinto's long time companion, Domingo Rose of New Bedford. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
She was the mother of the late David J. Stevens, Sr. and Jeffery Stevens and sister of the late Armand O. Andrade, Joseph R. Andrade, Jr., Allen G. Andrade, Mary Bargasse and stepson Scott Pinto.
Her Funeral will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2008, at 9 AM in The "International" Church of the Nazarene, 278 Pleasant St., New Bedford. Visiting hours on Friday, April 25, 2008, from 2-8 PM in the WARING-SULLIVAN HOME OF MEMORIAL TRIBUTE at DARTMOUTH, 230 Russells Mills Rd., Dartmouth. Donations may made to the Community Center Building Fund, c/o The "International" Church of the Nazarene, 278 Pleasant St., New Bedford 02740. Burial will be in Rural Cemetery, New Bedford.
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Joyce (Barboza) Davis
May 10, 2008
I was shocked to hear of Ann's passing. I will remember her smile and short visits. I was so good to see you and her at church Easter. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jane Sylvia-Reis
May 1, 2008
Nita,Rikki,Lori, Olivia & family
I am terribly saddened for the loss of Mother Ann as I so affectionately called her. She was a wonderful, caring, loving Lady and there aren't enough words to describe her, as we all know. She will be missed.
Antonio Martins Jr.
April 29, 2008
To Anita and the rest of the family. I feel truly blessed that I got to meet and spend time with Ann, even if for a short time. In our many telephone conversations I'll truly miss her telling me (If no one told you they loved you today, I am) God Bless.
April 28, 2008
Dear Anita,
I send my Deepest Sympathy and prayers to the family, I loved cousin Ann she was one of a kind, I will miss her dearly.
Joyce Soares
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Evan Ladeira
April 27, 2008
I feel that words are inadequate to express the sadness that we all feel about Ann. We all share relief in knowing Ann is no longer suffering. I send thoughts of sympathy and support you as you begin in your journey without Ann.
Steven and Karen Ladeira
April 27, 2008
Our deepest sympathies. God Bless you and your family.
Gail Drayton
April 26, 2008
To Ann's Family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of Ann. She was a wonderful, fun loving person. I was blessed to have known her. We often shared many laughs, because, so many people thought we looked alike and we would play games with these people pretending to be the other. She was a very special person. May the fun memories you have of her help to sustain you at this time.
God Bless you all.
Gail Vidal Drayton
Francine Ramos
April 26, 2008
To the Pinto Family
My deepest sympathy. Your mother was a very classy lady. May she rest in peace. God bless
Kenneth (Coonie) Martins
April 26, 2008
To Anita, Alice, Ricky, Mark and the rest of my family, I thank God that I got to spend time with my cousin. She was a very loving Lady. You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of our loveone.
Wanda Medina
April 25, 2008
With Love, to the Family of Anne Pinto;
Words cannot fully express my feelings of loss.
There is a huge hole in my heart that will never be filled. I was always amazed by Ann's countless acts of kindness and concern for others. She inspired me to be a better person.
I feel truly blessed to have been her "pesky" friend and neighbor. May her limitless love give you strength and encouragement.
Best Regards.
James and Irene (Fortes) Ramos
April 25, 2008
Dear Anita, Alice and family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Ann's life here on earth is done, and God has called her to enjoy everlasting peace and happiness with Him in Heaven and also with your Mom, Dad, Brothers, Sister and the rest of the family. God Bless.
SANDRA SILVA
April 24, 2008
I AM VERY SHOCKED TO HEAR OF YOUR PASSING.
I WILL MISS YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILE AND SEEING YOU IN CHURCH.
LOVE AND PEACE.
FROM YOUR SISTER IN CHRIST,
DIDI
Iantha Morning
April 24, 2008
To Anita, Alice, and the rest of the family I send my sincere condolences. It was truly a pleasure seeing my cousin again when she came to visit. Judging from her obiturary she has touched many lives in many places and will be greatly missed. You are all on my heart and in my prayers. From your cousin in Texas "I love ya'll".
Iantha Martins-Morning
Isabella Livramento
April 24, 2008
To the Family of Ann M. Pinto
I am writing to express to you my heartfelt sympathy as you cope with the passing of Ann. My heart and prayers go out to all her surviving family members during what must be the most trying of times. In our times of loss, we can sometimes find ourselves overwhelmed with feelings of deep sorrow. Hopelessness and despair may well up in our hearts, and it can seem as though comfort is beyond our reach, but as Jesus Christ tells us, “Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.” (Matthew 5:4)
Ann's volunteer efforts and her taken time from the "busy-ness" of her own schedule to participate in academic, social, civic and community opportunity is to be admired. Many have greatly benefited from her life of service. God Himself sees and rewards those who diligently work for Him with little or no regard for earthly recognition. She will be remembered and missed.
My sincere prayers and warm thoughts to all her family.
Gregory & Joyce Centeio
April 24, 2008
Dear Anita, Alice and the Andrade, Stevens, Pinto family. Words will never express the devotion and kindness of Ann. She was well loved by all and we are sorry we can not be with you at this time.
Lana Tolentino
April 24, 2008
To the family members of Auntie Ann,
My prayers and thoughts go out to you all during this season of grief. Auntie Ann shall always be rememberd by her smiles, thoughtfulness and many contributions she made throughout the community. One of my favorites were the "Tea Parties" that she would put on with so much excitement. Her accomplishments were many and her heart full of love.
So family, keep each other lifted up and God will give you the strength to go forth taking one day at a time.
You are in my prayers and thoughts.
Love, Lana Tolentino (Roxbury, MA.)
Nancy Lewis
April 24, 2008
We will miss you, Ann. Thanks for all you had done for the children of Fairhaven. We were thrilled when you gave Jesse his diploma from F.H.S. back in 1999. Katy had the same birthday as one of your sons (Feb 13)and graduated from Mt.Ida College where another one of your sons attended. You were always so nice to Mickey at East Fhvn school ,where the Tea Parties were so much fun. Thanks to your family for sharing their wonderful mother with so many. Fondly , Mike and Nancy Lewis and family.
Christal Tolentino
April 24, 2008
To the Pinto Family,
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Christal Tolentino
Cathy (Martin) McMeans
April 24, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
ROSANA VINAGRE
April 24, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
joey gonsalves
April 24, 2008
"Nita",
I'm so sorry for the loss of Ann, please accept my condolences to you and all of the family...
June Evora
April 24, 2008
Dear Anita and family, my sincerest and heartfelt condolences on the passing of another sibling and sister. What a beautiful woman! Her extensive resume of volunteering and involvement and dedication to the community as well as the Cape Verdean people is to be admired. She set a standard for our young to aspire to. Her accomplishments alone, both civic and academically exemplify her desire to not only achieve but self-sacraficing for others to emulate. For all that she was and all that she gave of herself, may GOD cradle her in HIS Kingdom of restful peace while watching over all her family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with all your family.
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