Ralph D. Machado Obituary
We bid farewell to Ralph D. Machado of New Bedford, Massachusetts, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 8, 2025 at the age of 81. Ralph touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ralph D. Machado to pay them a last tribute.
As Ralph departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Ralph may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Ralph leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his brother Richard A. Machado. He is survived by: his children, Bryan J. Machado (Kyra A. Theobald) and Lisa M. Cabral (Wayne) of Dartmouth; and his grandchildren, Felicia Machado, Joseph Machado, Sarah Saulnier and Aiden Cabral. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Sunday, February 16th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Aubertine-Lopes Funeral Home & Cremation (129 Allen St, New Bedford, MA 02740). A funeral service was held on Monday, February 17th 2025 at 8:45 AM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial was held on Monday, February 17th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Mary Church (783 Dartmouth St, South Dartmouth, MA 02748).
Flowers are welcome or donations may be made in Ralph's memory to Alzheimer's Association, 320 Nevada St., Suite 201, Newton, MA 02460 or you may donate online at alz.org.
