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Sofia G. Duarte

October 3, 1928 — February 10, 2023

Riverdale Park

 
Sofia Gomes Duarte, 94, of Riverdale Park, Maryland passed away 
peacefully among loved ones at her home on February 10, 2023.  She was born on 
October 3, 1928 Azambujeira dos Carros, Portugal to José Françisco and Georgina 
Gomes, the youngest of three sisters.  On November 6, 1949 she married her one 
love José João Duarte.  Their daughter, and only child, was born on January 4, 
1951.  
 
In July of 1966 the family moved to Paris, France to seek greater 
opportunities.  On May 15, 1970 her grandson was born.   
 
In August 1971 she immigrated to the United States, joining her husband 
who had immigrated earlier to start a new job and prepare their home.  Daughter 
and grandson soon followed.  Through thrift and hard work they purchased their 
home in Riverdale Park in January 1977.  She worked, ran the household, and 
helped raise her grandson. 
 
On August 9, 2006 at the age of 75, she became a citizen of her beloved 
United Sates, completing a true American story.  Sofia was driven by her Catholic 
faith and her devotion to family.  She loved cheering for the Washington Redskins 
and the Men's Portuguese National Soccer team.  Their 2016 European 
Championship was a joyous moment! 
 
She is survived by her daughter Lisette Marr, son-in-law William H. Marr, 
grandson Nelson P. Marr, as well as many nephews and nieces.  A viewing will be 
held at Gasch's Funeral Home,  4739 Baltimore Ave, Hyattsville, MD from 3 to 5 
PM on Sunday, February 19, 2023.  A second viewing will be at St. Mark's Catholic 
Church, 7501 Adelphi Rd, Hyattsville, MD at 11 AM on Monday, February 20, 2023, 
followed by a memorial mass at 12 PM.  Internment will immediately follow at 
Cedar Hill Cemetery, 4111 Pennsylvania Ave., Hillcrest Heights, MD.  A light lunch 
and refreshments will be served at Sofia's home starting at 3pm.  Please join us. 
 
Flowers or donations to the American Cancer Society in memory of Sofia 
Gomes Duarte and José João Duarte are welcome. 
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Sofia G. Duarte, please visit our flower store.

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Visitation

Sunday, February 19, 2023

3:00 - 5:00 pm (Eastern time)

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Visitation

Monday, February 20, 2023

11:00am - 12:00 pm (Eastern time)

St. Mark's Catholic Church

7501 Adelphi Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20783

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Mass

Monday, February 20, 2023

Starts at 12:00 pm (Eastern time)

St. Mark's Catholic Church

7501 Adelphi Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20783

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Burial

Monday, February 20, 2023

Starts at 2:00 pm (Eastern time)

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