Timeline for Rev. Vitor M. Oliveira
Born: December 26, 1944
Died: March 22, 2025
Rev. Vitor M. Oliveira, 80, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Son of the late Joao and Conceicao Oliveira, he was born in Setubal, Portugal on December 26, 1944. After serving in the Portugues Air Force, he attended Seminario Dos Olivais until it’s closing in 1974. With the help of his uncle, Fr. Joel Oliveira, he came to the US and attended St. John’s Seminary in Brighton. He celebrated his first Mass at St. Anthony’s Parish in Cambridge and later served in Quebec Canada and the Diocese of Newark, NJ before being named Pastor of Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Ludlow, where he served for over 30 years until his retirement in 2021.
Fr. Vitor is survived by his aunt Amalia Oliveira and his cousins Ana Cristina Pereira and Goncalo Pereira, all in Portugal. He also leaves his beloved dog Jake.
Fr. Vitor will Lie in State on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 in Our Lady of Fatima Church, 438 Winsor Street, Ludlow, MA from 4:00-7:00 PM, concluding with a bi-lingual Rosary Service. A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM in Our Lady of Fatima Church with Bishop William Byrne as principal celebrant. Entombment will follow in Most Holy Redeemer Mausoleum at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Tinkham Road, Springfield, MA.
Rest in Peace! Que Deus lhe dê o interno descanso!
It is with profound pain that I write this note. I knew Father Oliveira for many years. Sadly, since his retirement from Our Lady of Fatima, it was not possible to contact him. He would not answer the phone or emails. I prayed for him. I heard indirectly from a friend that Father Oliveira had died. I knew his Aunts and in fact went to one of their funerals whilst in Portugal. It was a very sad moment. Shortly thereafter the second Aunt died. By that time I was in Madeira. I met Father Vítor in the return trip to the US whilst in the plane. I will always keep profound memories of Father Vítor. I will forever remember our long conversations, our sharing of reading materials and so much more. May he find eternal peace. An eternal hug until we meet again. Elizabeth Arsenio
In memory of Rev. Vitor M. Oliveira, Elizabeth Arsenio lit a candle
Descanca em Paz
Thank you Father Victor Oliveira. I remember fondly when you first arrived at St. Anthony’s church in Cambridge you delighted us with your beautiful voice and taught us to enjoy sing with you through the Mass. Your sermons captured our thoughts to learn the scriptures and improve our spiritual growth. You were always kind and loving with everyone and you had an infectious smile. May you rest in peace . 🙏
Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Fr. Vitor will Lie in State on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 in Our Lady of Fatima Church from 4:00-7:00 PM, concluding with a bi-lingual Rosary Service.
Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
Time: 11:00 am
A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Bishop William Byrne on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM in Our Lady of Fatima Church, 438 Winsor Street, Ludlow, MA.
Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
Time: 12:30 pm
Entombment will be in Most Holy Redeemer Mausoleum, Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 421 Tinkham Road, Springfield, MA.
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Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home.
Rest in Peace! Que Deus lhe dê o interno descanso!
It is with profound pain that I write this note. I knew Father Oliveira for many years. Sadly, since his retirement from Our Lady of Fatima, it was not possible to contact him. He would not answer the phone or emails. I prayed for him. I heard indirectly from a friend that Father Oliveira had died. I knew his Aunts and in fact went to one of their funerals whilst in Portugal. It was a very sad moment. Shortly thereafter the second Aunt died. By that time I was in Madeira. I met Father Vítor in the return trip to the US whilst in the plane. I will always keep profound memories of Father Vítor. I will forever remember our long conversations, our sharing of reading materials and so much more. May he find eternal peace. An eternal hug until we meet again. Elizabeth Arsenio
In memory of Rev. Vitor M. Oliveira, Elizabeth Arsenio lit a candle
Descanca em Paz
Thank you Father Victor Oliveira. I remember fondly when you first arrived at St. Anthony’s church in Cambridge you delighted us with your beautiful voice and taught us to enjoy sing with you through the Mass. Your sermons captured our thoughts to learn the scriptures and improve our spiritual growth. You were always kind and loving with everyone and you had an infectious smile. May you rest in peace . 🙏
Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home
Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home.