Manuel

Cordeiro

Manuel Cordeiro Jr., 83, of Barre, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in his home, after a period of declining health.

Born in New Bedford on February 3, 1943, he was the son of the late Manuel Cordeiro Sr. and Almorinda Cordeiro.

Manuel had a great love for music and enjoyed collecting a wide variety of recordings throughout the years. He especially looked forward to attending local fairs, with the Big E being one of his favorites, where he delighted in going on the rides and enjoying the festivities. Manuel also had a special admiration for police officers and took great pride in collecting patches from various police departments throughout the area. Known for his outgoing, friendly, and affectionate personality, Manuel loved meeting new people, striking up conversations, and bringing smiles to those around him. His kindhearted nature and genuine love for others left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Above all, Manuel cherished the friendships and meaningful relationships he formed throughout his life, especially with his housemates and dedicated caregivers, who became an important part of his extended family, especially with the family of Mary Ellen Tolo.

Manuel is survived by two sisters, Linda Collazo of Virginia and Cathy Heifner of Michigan; several nieces, nephews; his guardians, Mary Ellen Tolo and Karen Supczak; and several beloved housemates and additional caregivers who provided him with friendship, companionship, and loving care throughout the years.

Besides his parents, Manuel was predeceased by three siblings, Charles Corderio, Donna Metivier, Steven Cordeiro; and his stepmother, Ester Cordeiro.

A Calling Hour will be held Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Boucher Funeral Home, Inc., 110 Nichols Street, Gardner, MA. Funeral Services will follow at 11:00 a.m in the funeral home. Burial will be held at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, 644 Allen Street, New Bedford, MA on Friday, September 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Gardner Animal Shelter c/o Gardner Police Department, 200 Main Street, Gardner, MA 01440 or to the Montachusett Veterans Outreach Center, 268 Central Street, Gardner, MA 01440. Please reference in memory of Manuel Cordeiro Jr.