"Was just thinking of you and how much your missed. Tom went hunting yesterday and I hope you got to see Tom and your grandson Alex with Diesel hunting. Tom always says he wishes you were here to go hunting with him. He misses you so much."
In loving memory of
Anthony E. Furtado
January 20, 1933 - February 14, 2008
Portsmouth, RI - Anthony Edward Furtado, 75, of 154 McCorrie Lane, Portsmouth, RI, died at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, February 14, 2008. He was the husband of Grace L. Brownell Furtado who were married for 40 years. Born in Newport, RI on January 20, 1933, he was the son of the late Manuel and Louise Furtado.Mr. Furtado was a US Army Veteran, serving during the Korean War. He was a contractor restoring many colonial and historic homes in Newport. Mr. Furtado also worked for Doris Duke and was the general foreman for Bowens Wharf for more than 30 years. He was a member of the National Riffle Association, loved sailing, hunting, and was a master craftsman. He is survived by his children, Kristie Widmann and her husband, George of Clearwater, FL, Cindy Furtado and her husband, Greg Gau of Manley Hot Springs, Alaska, Dorothy DeWolf and her husband, Dick of Bowling Green, OH, Elizabeth Furtado of Newport, RI, Selene Gemmell of Portsmouth, RI, Lynne DeCotis and her husband, Gerard of Newport, RI, Suzanne Moore and her husband, Randy of Raymond, NH, Kim Furtado and his wife, Beverly of Newport, RI, Charles Gemmell and his wife Marilyn of Bradford, RI, Michael Gemmell and his wife, Lisa of Indialantic, FL, Thomas Furtado and his wife, Karen Dowler of Newport, RI, and Pete Gemmell and his wife, Mary of Dover, NH, thirteen grandsons, fourteen granddaughters, six great-granddaughters, one great-grandson, his beloved dog, Oliver, and his siblings, John Pete Furtado, Charles Furtado, both of Newport, RI, and Agnes Pat Rogers of California.He was the father of the late Delene Furtado and Anthony J. Furtado and the brother of the late Joseph Manuel, Albert, Manual Ernest, William, George, Francis, Richard, Louise, Mary and Albertina. His funeral will be held on Monday, February 18, 2008 at 9 am from the Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am in St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road, Portsmouth. Burial with military honors will be in Newport Memorial Park in Middletown.Calling hours will be held on Sunday, February 17, 2008, from 4-7 pm in the funeral home.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Visiting Nurse Services of Newport and Bristol Counties, Hospice Program, 1184 East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI 02871.
Tributes
"Thinking of you today and always daddy, I love you so much. Missing you so terribly, wish I could just hear your voice "
"Happy Father's Day!!! Love always and forever...Miss you :"
"I just did't want you to think that we forgot your birthday. Happy Birthday Dad. Love and miss you always and forever. XXOO"
"Happy Father's Day! I love you and miss you always!"
"Another year has passed and it seems like yesterday, Miss you Daddy, And I am so thankful you are a part of my life. XXOO forever."
"Happy Father's Day.. Love you... Your crazy grandchildren are getting tattoo's of an anchor in your honor..Little did they know of your boating experience....LOL"
"Dad, It seems so hard to believe a year has passed. I miss you and there is not a day that goes by without a thought of you. Don't worry I am okay. Say hi to Anthony for me. All my love forever... Kristie"
"The Entire Furtado Family, Sorry to hear about your loss. I have known Anthony since I was a young lad. He was friends with my late father Clyde Allen and Anthony was truly an Old World Craftsman. God Bless"
"Dad I miss you so much, and I know you are looking down from heaven at all of us. I hope you realized how much you were loved by your family and any one else who had the honor to know you. Mom is taking good care of Oliver for you.. May you always have a smile on your face and the wind to your back. Love You forever.xoxoxo Kristie"
"Lynne, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I had prayed for you all since that day I saw you at the hospital. Please call if there is anything I can do or just to keep in touch. Sara"
"My sweet Dad, I could never list the lessons you have taught me over the years, I can only pass them to my children. Most important of all, to love them under all circumstances! We eventually come around. It's never too late to be who you want to be. You are no longer visable my dear dad, but you are so close. You planted the seed! It Grows in me. Thank you."
"My sincere condolences to the Furtado family. I have known Anthony since I was 8 years old and have the fondest memories of him while growing up on the Point. I was fortunate to be able to work on many jobs with Anthony and he has taught me so much about the building trade over the years. He was truly one of the best Master Craftsman in this area, and Newport and Bowens Wharf are an excellent example of his skills. I will always remember him, especially as I walk Bowens Wharf area as I believe that he laid each and every brick by hand on the walkways himself! I was one of the very few who got to witness his ice fishing skills in New Hampshire and will never forget that trip. He will be missed by many in this area but remembered by all."
"Dear Lynne, Gerry and kids, We were so sorry to hear about your father's passing. It's been a roller coaster of emotions for you all over this past year and I want you to know that you are always in my thoughts and prayers. Love Mary Beth & Lou"
"Hang in there Mom - you are definitely in my thoughts and prayers Dad, Mostly, the past few weeks are a big blurr. Underneath the sadness and disbelief that you are actually gone I am grateful we got to know each other over these past years. I also feel a sense of peace that your long suffering is over. Mom and I threw out all your pills, however we were not able to take your suggestion and put them all in a barrel in the middle of the backyard and set them on fire. I keep thinking about how brave you really were. In the last days you faced death on a daily basis while those of us around you were doing our best at Hospice 101. I didnâ??t even get to finish the â??When Death is Nearâ?A pamphlet. I had to read it the next day just to be sure thatâ??s what really happened! I know you were more ready than any of us would ever be . . . . . . . One of your concerns was that you would not have the courage as your brother Frank. As with the many life lessons I have learned from you most of them ranking in the top 5 of life lessons your final example of letting go is without a doubt the finest example of courage I have ever seen. I am certain it will continue to serve me in the days ahead. Thanks for teaching me stuff I needed to know. You are in my heart, Selene"
"To all the family, I'm sorry for your loss. Pops, I'll miss you."
"Grandpa, I didnt know you as well as the rest of the family. Me being a florida girl, but I will never forget the time you and grandma came to the docks, and took a tour of Barbara Jean. I think you admired that boat and its woodwork more than itS own owners. Throughout the tour of her three levels you made me laugh the entire time. That memory will never leave me. Rest in peace."
"I WAS SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR DADS PASSING. HE WAS ONE OF THE HARDEST WORKING MEN I EVER KNEW. I GOT TO SEE HIM LAST SUMMER WHEN I WAS HOME. SORRY AGIAN FOR YOUR LOSS."
"Selene or Liz & Family: When you get a free minute send me your contact information and where I can send a card to Grace. I hope you are hanging in there. I know all too well of loss. My prayers are with you. my email is stilettonpt@hotmail.com I forgot to leave it last night Love Loretta"
"I will never forget Anthony's introduction into the neighborhood... "I'm the grumpy guy across the street." ;- Please know we are thinking of you and your family which we had no idea was so large. Your former neighbors, Dave & Christie-Ann"
"Dad, i love you. I am so proud of you and everything you have accomplished. You are a wonderful man and an incredible father. I love you daddydo! Suzi"
"bye pops. Hope you find peace."
"I am sad to hear of Anthony's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend the services today. Please know that I loved Anthony as an Uncle and he taught me valuable lessons as a boy and young man that I have kept with me all my life: to work hard & play hard, laugh often at your obsatcles and learn to know when it is time to stop. Happy Hunting Anothny, we will see you in the Vermont wilderness. . . Peace, Emmett"
"Dear Grace, Selene, Liz and ALL THE FAMILY. I AM SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR TONY HAD PASSED.... I am living in Florida and unfortunately can not be there for the services. I always thought of him as my 2nd Dad in reality he was my only father figure growing up definitely more than my real dad to me Through out the years I still got scolded by him when he saw me. And believe me when I say I am so ever grateful to have had Tony & Grace and all of you in the family as part of my life. He is now with Anthony..oh Boy is Anthony going to get it an ear full now....Tony won't be with us on earth but he will always be near by, watching whats going on from above. I love you all very much. IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO FROM DOWN HERE PLEASE DONT HESITTE TO LET ME KNOW. I will be in Newport for a few days at the end of this month. I will hopefully be able to reach one of you....Grace my prayers are with you. Kim - Take care care of the girls they need you now. Love you all, your adopted step child - Sister Loretta"
"Dear Family, Lots of memories, but a few are outstanding--like this one. It was 1976 and I had just given birth to my first child. On day two, Uncle Anthony appeared in my Newport Hospital room. I was surprised and touched at the unexpected visit. I shuffled down to the nursery with him, he tapped on the glass, and instructed the nurse, "Hold up that little Portugee with the German name!" She laughed, and so did I. What a wonderful sense of humor. These have been diffucult years as all of the uncles, aunts, my Dad, have suffered the effects of aging, then passed. What would we all do without our faith? Say hi to my Dad in heaven."
"To the Family of Anthony Furtado, My sincere condolences on the passing of your husband/slash father. I know he meant a lot to my husband, Emmett, and his family. And we are now living in a house he helped build in Vermont, with many memories of him. I hope you will find a measure of peace each day knowing how many people he helped and touched. My prayers and thoughts are with your family. Lini Mazumdar wife of Emmett Dunbar"
"I will never forget the way you took care of me, so many years ago - taking me to the hospital, sitting most of the day with me when we didn't know if my husband would make it, holding Macey so I could go into the intensive care unit. A wonderful and loyal friend - besides your incredible talent, one of the best senses of humor anywhere, and a role model in so many ways. I am blessed to have had you in my life. May your rest be this day in peace, and your dwelling place in the Paradise of God. Please know, Grace, that my prayers are with you anad your whole family"
"my condolences,guys-we just heard this morning.tony was a awesome guy. would do anything for anybody. great father,friend,and neighbor. somebody please give my love to gracie and please let her know my mom's trying to call her but can't find the number."
"Life seams so unfair when someone you love is not here. In God's hands I'm sure you will be watching over your friends and family. You are truly blessed, my friend."
"I am very sorry to hear of your familes loss. My thoughts are with you all."
"You will be missed grandpa. I love you."
"A wonderful man with a wonderful family. He will be missed."
"Grumpa, the memories are so great and wonderful. You accomplished so much and are loved by so many, I only wish that my girls and your other great grandchildren were able to know you the way that we were lucky enough to. You will never be forgotten."
"Rest in peace grampa. I miss you so much but I know you'll always be with me. Love you with all my heart, Brian."
"All our thoughts and prayers go to the Furtado family. May Anthony Furtado rest in peace. Clarke Cooke House LLC"
"My Dear Uncle, You will always be one of the most precious gifts of my life."
"Never has there been a man so courageous and strong. You have given me the greatest gift a father could give his daughter, you taught me to love unconditionally and just as important to laugh often! I will miss you forever but will always keep you close to my heart. I love you Pop. Love Lynne"
"We will miss you greatly Uncle Tony!! With Love from your Great Niece Rosemary & Family"
"Dad may you rest in peace, I will always hold a special place in my heart for you. Love always and forever. Kristie,George,Alex,Nick, and Jackie."