Frederico Manuel Pacheco Obituary in Warren at WJSmith Funeral Home

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Frederico Manuel Pacheco

3/26/1935 - 12/23/2014

Obituary For Frederico Manuel Pacheco

Civic Leader

Frederico Fred M. Pacheco, 79, community leader and business man in Bristol for over 40 years, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on December 23rd surrounded by his family and close friends. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Deodete Raimundo Pacheco, daughter Angela Pacheco Cabral, son Paulo Alexandre Pacheco, MD; four grandchildren Sara Elisabeth Cabral (23), Sofia Elena Cabral (17), Isabel Sofia Brennan-Pacheco (9) and Nicolas Alexandre Brennan-Pacheco (4). His adored son-in-laws, Arthur J. Cabral, JD, and Paul Brennan, Esq. His sister Adriana Cleary from Swansea and his deceased sister Manuela Gullage. He had several nieces and nephews, Patricia Parker, Patrick Cleary, Kathleen Haynes, Philip Viveiros, Kathleen Viveiros, MD, Jeanette Morin, Richard Gullage, Joseph Gullage, Robert Gullage (deceased).

He was born in Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal in 1935, the son of the late Maria Encarnacao Moniz and Manuel DaPonte Pacheco. He served in the army and later worked for the US Air Force at Lages Air Force Base in Terceira. He was the first Portuguese to teach the English language on Portuguese radio in the late 60s. He opened a successful insurance agency during his early years in Bristol and later a popular travel agency, Bristol County Travel. He was known for his vivacity and love for travel. He visited 107 countries, a record few have challenged. One of his greatest joys was the completion of his book Citizen of the World: My Memoirs, stories and a written history of his life and immigration to the U.S. He cites as his greatest accomplishments his wonderful marriage to his wife, the birth of his two children and four grandchildren.

Fred was a well-known figure in Bristol civic life. He was Chief Marshal of the Bristol 4th of July parade, President Bristol Rotary Club, Chairman Bristol County Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors Ocean State Development Authority, Roger Williams University Advisory Board, Bristol Schools Advisory Board, Chairman Kaiser Complex Revitalization Committee, President Kaiser Neighbors Committee, President Town of Bristol Local Development Corp, President Academy of Bacalhao, President World Wide Travel Agents Association, Founder and Vice President Association of Professional Travel Agents. He spearheaded a group to create a monument honoring the late Manuel L. daSilva, MD. Among his contributions to Bristol was the revitalization of the Kaiser complex allowing for the creation of Franklin Court. He participated in numerous radio and television programs including panel speaker on a weekly radio show, Voz do Imigrante (Voice of the Immigrant).

Service awards include: Portuguese American Federation, Gold Medal of Merit for Distinguished Service to the Portuguese community from the Portuguese government, Immigrant of the Year, Citizen of the Year-Bristol County Chamber, Family of the Year- Portuguese Continental Union, Paul Harris Fellow Award-Rotary International, Man of the Year-Bristol Sports Club. Numerous official proclamations and awards from: American Heart Association, Leukemia Society, RI State Senate and House of Representatives, Bristol County Chamber of Commerce, Town of Bristol, St. Elizabeth Church, King Philip Little League, Knights of Corte Reais, Don Luiz Felipe Beneficial Organization, Santo Christo Club. He received Superior Service and Outstanding Service awards from the U.S. Air force.

Visitation will be at Smith Funeral Home in Warren, RI, Sunday, December 28th from 2-5 pm. Funeral will be held at 9:30 am Monday, December 29th, followed by a mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am at St. Elizabeth Church in Bristol, RI. Donations to Bristol Rotary Charities Foundation (501c3) in his memory can be sent to: P.O. Box 469, Bristol, RI, 02809.

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04/27/2021

I had the honor of meeting Mr. Pacheco about 8 months ago. It was my privilege to help care for him as one of his physicians. Before long, we realized that my wife Sue and I were friends with Paolo during his time at Brown. Even after knowing Mr.Pacheco for a relatively brief time, I can't say I am surprised by the incredible accomplishments listed here. He clearly made the most of every day. His energy and zest for life were obvious within seconds of meeting him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his large and loving family at this very difficult time.
04/27/2021

Our condolences to the entire Pacheco Family. Your husband, dad and grandfather made a difference in the world and you should be as proud of him as I am for having known him. He accomplished a lot and left the world a better place. Through his involvement he touched thelives of many. For that we are most grateful and I am sure he will be compensated in heaven.He was also a member of Grupo Amigos Da Terceira in Pawtucket and we are very proud of having had him as a member. He alwys had close ties to Terceira. May he rest in peace and may God give you the confort that you need during this difficult time.
04/27/2021

Please accept my condolences on the death of your father and grandfather. Sara, I'm very sorry that when I saw you tonight I did not sympathize with you, but I had no idea your grandfather had passed. Please extend my sympathy to your mom, dad and sister.
04/27/2021

As we join you, Fred's family, in mourning the loss of our brother in Rotary, please take some comfort in this: we are all aware (because Fred told us so again and again - with the greatest joy) that the proudest accomplishment of his life was not the countless accolades he received as became an honored part of the very fabric of his adopted community; it was you... his family. His beloved Deodete, his children Angela and Paulo, their spouses, and his grandchildren. How glad we are - perhaps even envious - that Fred had the final joy of knowing that his true legacy would be such caring and admired individuals, dedicated to making service to others the most important part of their lives. As this moment's grief abates, to be replaced by wonderful memories, may you continue to live your lives as Fred did: with passion, compassion, and grace.
04/27/2021
04/27/2021

Fred was a good friend and mentor. I will miss his advice, good nature and traveling with him, his family and friends. As a fellow Rotarian, he truly exemplified the motto of "Service Above Self." I'm sure our God greeted him with open arms saying, "Well done my good and faith servant." Matthew 25:21 "Man's body is a fleeing thing, but a virtuous name will never be annihilated." Sirach41: 11-13 Rest in peace my good friend, you will be missed.
04/27/2021

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