Odete Viegas

Odete Rodrigues Viegas, age 66, of Fall River, Massachusetts, passed away on May 12, 2026.

    Born in Abrunhosa-A-Velha, Portugal, she was the beloved daughter of the late Jose Viegas and Rosa (Rodrigues) Viegas.

    Odete dedicated many years of hard work to her career as a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service. A woman of profound faith, she was deeply devoted to God and was a part of the Grace Gospel community in Somerset. She found true joy in the simple pleasures of life, whether it was spending a relaxing day at the beach, going for long drives, enjoying a good seafood meal, and mostly spending time with her family. Above all else, she was a fiercely devoted grandmother who treasured the time she spent with her family.

    She is survived by her loving son, Daniel Martins, and his wife Tara of Somerset; her cherished grandchildren, Noah Martins, Layla Martins, Keelen Cowen, and JadenDaCruz; and her siblings, Emelia Magalhaes, Lourdes Gonsalves, Aurora Goncalves, Antonio Viegas, and Christina Fonseca. She was preceded in death by her sisters, the late Ilda Martins and the late Helena Almeida.Additionally, she leaves behind her beloved brother in laws Mario Magalhaes, Denis Gonsalves, Jake Goncalves, Jose Martins, and Carlos Almeida. Sister in law Fatima Viegas and many nieces and nephews.

    Her visitation will be held Monday, May 18, 2026, from 9 - 11 AM at the Oliveira Funeral Homes - South Main St. Chapel, 2064 South Main St., Fall River, followed by service at 11 AM in the funeral home. Interment to follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Fall River.