Odete "Vó" Souza

Odete "Vó" Souza obituary, South Boston, MA

Odete "Vó" Souza

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Odete Souza Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Casper Funeral & Cremation Services on Mar. 30, 2026.
Odete was born in Brazil, where her vibrant spirit first took root. She moved to the United States in 1995 to be close to her daughter and made it her permanent home in 2000. A true firecracker, Odete found joy in life's simplest moments and lived boldly, always unapologetically herself.
She had a deep love for Brazilian music and dancing, and she found happiness in shopping and traveling the world. She enjoyed trips to the casino, but nothing brought her more fulfillment than spending time with her family. With a natural gift for caring for others, Odete worked as a dietary aide at Bolton Manor Nursing Facility, where she was beloved by both colleagues and those she served. Her compassion and love were evident in everything she did, and she took great pride in helping those around her. Odete had a remarkable ability to make everyone feel cared for, always offering warmth, guidance, and support.
To many, she became lovingly known as "Vó," a testament to the nurturing presence she shared so freely.
Odete will be remembered as a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and loyal friend whose kindness and strength touched countless lives.
She is survived by her children, Lenaide, José (Dedo), and Luciano, and was predeceased by her son, José (Nenê). She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren, Carina, Bruno, Pablo, Bryan, Barbara, Naila, Joshua, Bryana, Francielle, Sophia, Noah, and Benico; and her beloved great-grandchildren, Isaiah, Cayden, Alice, and Amora.
Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service for Odete on Thursday April 2, 2026 at Casper Funeral Home 187 Dorchester St, South Boston from 6-8PM.

Odete nasceu no Brasil, onde seu espírito vibrante começou a florescer. Ela se mudou para os Estados Unidos em 1995 para ficar mais perto de sua filha. Odete encontrava alegria nos momentos mais simples da vida e vivia intensamente, sempre sendo ela mesma, sem pedir desculpas.
Ela tinha um profundo amor pela música e dança brasileiras e encontrava felicidade em fazer compras e viajar pelo mundo. Gostava de ir ao cassino, mas nada lhe trazia mais satisfação do que passar tempo com sua família. Com um dom natural para cuidar dos outros, Odete trabalhou como auxiliar de nutrição no Lar de Idosos Bolton Manor, onde era querida tanto pelos colegas quanto por aqueles a quem servia. Sua compaixão e amor eram evidentes em tudo o que fazia, e ela tinha muito orgulho em ajudar as pessoas ao seu redor. Odete tinha uma capacidade notável de fazer com que todos se sentissem acolhidos, sempre oferecendo carinho, orientação e apoio. Para muitos, ela ficou carinhosamente conhecida como "Vó", um testemunho da presença acolhedora que ela compartilhava tão livremente.
Odete será lembrada como uma mãe, avó e amiga leal, dedicada e amorosa, ela tocou em várias vidas
Ela deixa seus filhos, Lenaide, José (Dedo) e Luciano, e foi precedida na morte por seu filho, José (Nenê). Ela também deixa seus queridos netos, Carina, Bruno, Pablo, Bryan, Barbara, Naila, Joshua, Bryana, Francielle, Sophia, Noah e Benico; e seus amados bisnetos, Isaiah, Cayden, Alice e Amora.
Familiares e amigos estão convidados para uma cerimônia em memória de Odete, que será realizada na Funerária Casper, localizada no número 187 da Rua Dorchester, em South Boston, no dia 2 de abril de 2026, das 18h às 20h.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Upcoming Events

Apr

2

Memorial service

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Casper Funeral Home

187 Dorchester St, South Boston, MA 02127

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