Born in Fall River, he was the son of Maria D Gloria (Couto) Moreira and the late Manuel Moreira, Sr.
Over the years Manuel worked in the construction trade as a skilled carpenter. He enjoyed cooking, woodworking, telling dad jokes and spending time with friends and family. He was known for having a big heart and lending a hand to anyone in need. He especially loved spending time with his children and grandsons.
Besides his devoted mother, Manuel is survived by two children, Amie-Lee Braga and her husband Timothy, and Nathan Moreira and his wife Ashley, all of Tiverton; three grandchildren, Cole Braga, Mason, and Camryn Corey; five siblings, David Moreira, Evelyn Kennedy, and Gloria Combs all of Fall River, Michael Moreira of Boston, and Bento Moreira of Rehoboth as well as their spouses and many nieces and nephews.
His Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 10:00 AM in St. Theresa’s Church, 265 Stafford Rd., Tiverton. Relatives and friends are invited. Visitation on Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM in the Waring-Sullivan Home at Cherry Place, 178 Winter St., Fall River. Burial will be private.