Jose C. Monteiro

Jose C. Monteiro, 86, of Hudson, MA, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at UMass Medical Center, Memorial Campus in Worcester, MA surrounded by his family. He leaves his beloved wife of 60 years Isabel B. (Braga) Monteiro.

Jose was born and raised in Santa Maria, Azores, of Portugal, son of the late Antonio Puim and Umbelina (De Chaves) Monteiro. He served in the Portuguese military in Angola. Jose immigrated to the United States from his home in Fonte Jordao, Santa Maria settling in Hudson, MA in 1977. He was employed by the Chase Walton Company of Hudson, MA for over 30 years before retiring. He was a member of Saint Michael Parish in Hudson, MA and also the Hudson Portuguese Club.

Besides his wife, Jose is survived by his son Guilherme B. (Bill) Monteiro and his wife Marcia of Hudson, MA; their 3 daughters and loving grandchildren, Monica M. Monteiro, Kayla L. Monteiro and her husband Derrick Sousa and Miley C. Monteiro, all of Hudson, MA. He also leaves other relatives and friends.

Jose had many hobbies and interests throughout his life but most of all he enjoyed being outdoors at his homes, in Hudson and Fonte Jordao, gardening. He always looked forward to yearly trips in the summer months traveling to Santa Maria to visit family and friends. He also volunteered at the Hudson Portuguese Club in preparations for the Holy Ghost Feast. He cherished his family and spending time with his 3 granddaughters was always special to him. He loved reading his poems and verses to his granddaughters and going to watch their sports games or school activities. A wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend is the legacy Jose leaves for his family and friends to cherish forever.

Visiting hours will be held from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at TIGHE HAMILTON REGIONAL FUNERAL HOME, 50 Central St., Hudson, MA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Monday, March 31, 2025, at Saint Michael Parish, 21 Manning St., Hudson, MA, followed by a procession to Saint Michael Cemetery, Hudson, for committal services.