Simiona Almeida de Freitas

Nascida no Paraguai, em 1937, foi acolhida, naturalizada e viveu em outro país - o nosso Brasil - por quase toda a sua vida. Encerrou sua jornada nos Estados Unidos, em 2026, aos 88 anos, perto de completar 89. Foi generosa, de coração imenso, solidária e empática; uma guerreira incansável, brava e firme, mas também doce e amorosa com sua família e com os amigos verdadeiros. Dela vieram 7 filhos, 13 netos e 13 bisnetos. Seu grande feito foi o amor e a dedicação à sua família. Cozinhava comidas deliciosas, amava um cafezinho preto coado, as músicas de Roberto Carlos e também cantava com alegria as canções "Índia", "Malagueña" e "Chalana". Lembraremos dela em sua graça e plenitude, sorrindo, fazendo tiradas desconcertantes, chamando-nos de "cherokita". Estamos cientes de que todo cuidado e respeito foram prestados a ela em seus dias mais escuros. Certos de que repousa no Reino do Senhor e de que sua alma resplandece na paz celestial e no descanso dos justos, despedimo-nos com saudade, mas também com o conforto espiritual de saber que ela está com nosso Deus. Gratidão, Simiona, por tudo o que foi e por tudo o que nos deu. Descanse em paz! A família enlutada agradece as homenagens póstumas.

Simiona Almeida de Freitas, 88, of Waltham, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, surrounded by the love she so freely gave throughout her life.

Born in Paraguay in 1937, Simiona's life was one of journey and devotion. She was welcomed, naturalized, and spent nearly her entire life in Brazil-her beloved adopted homeland-before concluding her earthly journey in the United States in 2026, just shy of her 89th birthday.

Simiona was generous, with an immense and compassionate heart. She was supportive and deeply empathetic-a tireless warrior, brave and steadfast in the face of life's trials-yet always gentle and loving with her family and cherished friends. From her came seven children, thirteen grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren. Her greatest legacy was the unwavering love, devotion, and care she gave to her family.

She was known for cooking delicious meals, savoring a freshly brewed black coffee, and for her love of the music of Roberto Carlos. She joyfully sang beloved songs such as "Índia," "Malagueña," and "Chalana." She will be remembered in her grace and fullness-smiling warmly, offering disarming remarks, and affectionately calling her loved ones "cherokita." Her family finds comfort in knowing that she was cared for with dignity, respect, and love during her most difficult days.

With faith and certainty, we trust that Simiona now rests in the Kingdom of the Lord, her soul shining in heavenly peace among the righteous. Though we bid her farewell with longing, we do so with spiritual comfort, knowing she is in the presence of our God.

Thank you, Simiona, for all that you were and for all that you gave to us.

Rest in peace.

Family and friends will be gathering to honor Simiona's life during a Funeral Service on Friday, February 6th, 2026 in The Mary Catherine Chapel Of Brasco & Sons Memorial Chapels located 773 Moody Street Waltham, MA. from 2pm- 3pm.

The family gratefully acknowledges the many posthumous tributes and expressions of sympathy.