Carl A. Macedo, 77, of Rochester passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024 surrounded by his loving family at Charlton Memorial Hospital following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was the beloved husband of Barbara J. (Duclos) Macedo with whom he shared 59 years of marriage and son of the late John and Lillian (Spindler) Macedo.
Born in Acushnet, he resided in New Bedford for 21 years and in Dartmouth for several years before relocating to Rochester 35 years ago.
Mr. Macedo was employed as a truck driver for Jack Brassells, Inc. and Medeiros & Sons Construction both located in Dartmouth and also for G. Bourne Knowles in Fairhaven until his retirement. Tending his vegetable garden was a favorite pastime, especially during his retirement years.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Mark A. Macedo and his companion, Susan Frates of New Bedford; his brother, John Macedo of Enfield, New Hampshire and several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Macedo was predeceased by his infant son, Scott A. Macedo, his brother, Richard Macedo and his sister-in-law, Elaine “Penny” Macedo.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Southcoast Cancer Center, 206 Mill Road, Fairhaven, MA 02719 or you may donate online at southcoast.org/services/cancer-care and click on Giving at the top of the page.
Funeral arrangements have been committed to the care of Aubertine-Lopes Funeral Home, 129 Allen St., New Bedford. www.aubertine-lopes.com
To Carl “the hand”. Had fun working with you. I’ll always remember you.Chip.