David M. Almeida

TAUNTON - David M. Almeida, 78, of Taunton, died at Morton Hospital on November 25, 2013.
He was 78.
He was the partner of John A. Medeiros for the past twenty-four years.
Born in Taunton, David was the son of the late Joseph M. and Flora (Matheus) Almeida.
He was a lifelong Taunton resident.
A retired program director, David was employed by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services for many years.
He retired in 1988.
In addition to his partner of Taunton, he leaves three daughters, Cindy Almeida, Cathy Almeida, and Cheryl Rogers, all of Taunton; a brother, Arthur M. Almeida of Taunton; a granddaughter; and many nieces and nephews.
He was also the brother of the late Charles, Manuel, Joseph, George, Raymond, and Daniel Almeida; Frank Souza, Mary Moitoza, Alice Pino and Isabel Gilbert.
Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family.
Calling hours are respectfully omitted.
Memorial donations in his name may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Arrangements are by the Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Taunton. www.silvafuneralhome.com.