Melo, Emilia (Figueiredo) of Somerville, passed away on December 27, 2024, at the age of 89, surrounded by her loving family.
Devoted wife of Antonio S. Melo for over 66 years.
Loving mother of Jose Melo and his wife Maria, Aida Moreira and her husband Antonio.
Cherished grandmother of Brian Melo, Daniel Melo, Michael Moreira, and Nelson Moreira.
Adored great-grandmother of Adelaide Melo, Landon Melo, Cora Melo, Michael Moreira, Emilia Moreira, Bennett Moreira, and Alexandra Moreira.
Beloved sister of the late Antonio Pereira, Maria Luis, and Jose Pereira.
Also survived by nieces, nephews, and many other loving relatives and friends.
Visitation at the Rogers Funeral Home, 380 Cambridge Street in Cambridge on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, from 9:00 to 10:30 am.
Funeral mass to follow at the St. Anthony’s Church, 400 Cardinal Medeiros Avenue in Cambridge at 11:00 am.
Interment will be at the Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden.
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to your local food pantry in Emilia’s memory.