Alice Branco

Alice Branco formerly of Hellertown, PA passed away on 15 May 2025 at her daughter's home with whom she resided with in Northfield, Massachusetts, for the past 7 years. She was born in Bethlehem, daughter of the late Orentina Hendriques and Izauro Ferreira.

Alice will be lovingly remembered by her family and all those that knew her. She was a loving and compassionate woman, always trying to lend a helping hand to her family and those in her community.

She was married to the late Cesario Branco, Jr. with whom she shared 65 years of marriage prior to his passing in 2017.

Alice was the co-owner and head chef at Branco's Portuguese Restaurant in Bethlehem for over 30 years until her retirement. Her customers and staff were a second family to her. She enjoyed travel and spending time with family.

Alice will be dearly missed by her children Anthony and wife Erna of Allentown, Dolores of Northfield, MA (where Alice spent the final chapter of her life), and Joseph and wife Krista of Lancaster. She enjoyed her five grandchildren; Michael, Christopher, Kevin, Jocelyn and Kyler, and her five Great grandchildren; Kara, Jaxon, Christopher Jr., Anthony, and Max. She was predeceased in death by her brothers Antonio and Joseph, and her sister Isaura.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St., Bethlehem, from 10-11:30 AM followed by a funeral service at 11:30 AM. Burial will be at Holy Saviour Cemetery in Bethlehem.

In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to your local animal shelter or food bank in her honor.