Ricardo J. Oliveria

Ricardo J. “Rick” Oliveira, age 77, passed away on March 13, 2021, at Carvalho Grove Health and Rehabilitation Center after a long period of declining health.

Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Frank and Evelyn (Ricardo) Oliveira.

Mr. Oliviera was a 1961 graduate of B. M. C. Durfee, High School, and a veteran of the United States Air Force. Before retiring, he was a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service.

In his youth, Rick was an outstanding high school and CYO athlete, and an accomplished fast-pitch softball player. Throughout his life he was an avid sports fan, particularly devoted to his beloved New York Yankees. He was a former officer and lifetime member of both Ste. Anne’s Fraternity, and the Italian Progressive Club. An experienced golfer, Rick was a former member of Touisset Country Club and a regular at Wampanoag Golf Club.

He was the brother of the late Donald Oliveira. Rick is survived by a cousin, Gilbert R. Cavaco, of Somerset, MA, and many cherished friends.

Interment will be private. A celebration of life will be announced after pandemic protocols relax.