We, his wife, Isabel Alves, his children, Orlando Alves, Maria Andrade Alves, Maria Pina, Judite Alves, Gregorio Alves, Manuel Alves, Maria Alves and Alcinda Alves, his twenty­two grandchildren, twenty four great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and friends fondly remember him.

“I will always remember how Dono used to call me, “Clara.” I will never forget the moments when he used to ask me to comb his hair.” ­Claudia

“It’s hard to believe that you’re not here grandpa but you always will remain in my heart. Your smile will never be forgotten.” ­Ana

“Dono was a wonderful grandfather to all of us. I remember when Dono used to always say to me ‘Monica lenbra Bo e nha primero neto’. ” -Monica

“We remember how he loved his leather jacket and never would let anyone else use it no matter what. He would always have that big bright beautiful smile of his on all around the house. However, most importantly, he always dressed sharp no matter what the occasion was.” ­ Kiara, Roger, Lisa , Melissa, Junior, Bethy, and Albertino

“It’s hard to believe that you’re not here with us Dono. Your smile will never be forgotten. I will always remember whenever I called you would say , ‘bu tem mahna’.” ­Maria

You said goodbye on August 9, 2015. We are in pain but you are finally at rest. Now Papa, Dono, Tio, and Amigo, you may walk with the angels into Glory. Now, we say goodbye with tears in our eyes, love in our hearts for the man that touched us and so many others with his smile, warmth, humor, courageousness, and love. Good bye, Rest in eternal peace.

Rogerio Alves, Our Patriarch. We love you. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Peter Church, 311 Bowdoin St. Dorchester, Wednesday at 10AM. Visiting hours at the Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington St., LOWER MILLS, Tuesday 4-8PM. Relatives and friends invited. Interment New Calvary Cemetery