Jose Medeiros, 71, of South Dartmouth passed away peacefully on August 18, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Maria (Bulhoes) Medeiros.

Born in Salga St. Michael Azores, a son of the late Mariano and Honorina (Pacheco) Medeiros, he grew up there and came to the United States in 1971. He was a communicant of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish.

Mr. Medeiros worked as a foreman. He enjoyed doing yard work, visiting the Azores and most of all spending quality time with his beloved family and friends. Jose was adored and loved by many, many friends and family.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Kevin J. Medeiros of New Bedford, Brian J. Medeiros of Dartmouth, and Jose Medeiros, Jr. and his wife Erica of Dartmouth; four grandchildren, Jared, Austin, Arianna and Trendyn; a sister, Izelda Duarte of New Bedford; and several nieces and nephews. He was the father of the late Richard "Ricky" Medeiros.

His funeral will be held on August 23 at 8 a.m. from the Waring-Sullivan Home at Dartmouth, 230 Russells Mills Road, followed by a funeral mass at 9 a.m. in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish on Rivet Street in New Bedford. Burial will be in South Dartmouth Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5-8 p.m.

For online tribute and directions, visit waring-sullivan.com.