David Allan Bettencourt
February 23, 1938 ~ October 8, 2018
Resided in:
Fremont, California
David Allan Bettencourt entered into rest October 8, 2018 in Fremont, CA. Born February 23, 1938 in San Jose, California to Anthony and Anna Bettencourt, he was 80 years old and a life long Fremont resident. David is survived by his loving wife, Fatima L. Bettencourt; son, Mark A. Bettencourt and his wife, Sheila; daughter, Amy A. McPartland and husband, David; son, David A. Bettencourt II; four grandchildren, Saliah, Michael, Kayla and Elysa.
David will be truly missed. He was funny, loved to share his goods from his garden, enjoyed delivering Portuguese sweet bread to neighbors, family and long distant friends. He loved good food and Portuguese festas and celebrations. David was very kind to the elderly and can always remember the events and shared stories with all the old timers.
He was a proud father and cared about his family and neighbors. He liked to follow sports such as baseball and football and loved supporting different ministries in church or the Portuguese clubs. If he was able to, he would help anyone and many people have been blessed because David shared his treasures.
David served in the Army National Guard of California with honesty and faithfulness. He also worked 10 years with Retail Clerks Union Local #870 and was a retired member of International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local #70. He also belonged to the Portuguese Social Club, the Portuguese fraternal Society of America, and Native Sons.
A vigil will be held Sunday, October 14, 2018 at 2:30 PM with visitation starting at 12:20 pm at Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel of the Angels. Mass will be 11:00 AM, Monday, October 15, 2018 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers donations be made to Camp Taylor, a free medically supervised camp for children with heart disease, 8224 W. Grayson Road, Modesto, CA 95358. A new Camp Taylor's facility will be the first ever camp facility designed and constructed freom the ground up dedicated to children suffering from the #1 birth defect congenital heart disease. This facility is at old Honor Farm near Grayson, Modesto, CA
non-profit organization #209-581-0414. Kimberlie@kidsheartcamp.org
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Fatima my heart breaks for you and David. You are in my prayers b
I am so shocked to read of David’s passing. He will be missed by so many. He was my Sr. Ball date way back when and I worked with him on all of our class reunion committees. My condolences and prayers go out to you, Fatima, and the rest of the family.
Dearest Tia Fatima & Davey, May the fond memories of Tio David bring you comfort during this difficult time. It will be the little things that you will remember, the funny moments, the laughter we shared. And although it is hard right now, it will be these memories of the little things that help to get through the pain and bring our smiles back again. May God bless you and Davey and bring you peace. We love you!!
Dear Mrs. Bettencourt,
Jen and I were tenants of yours and Mr. Bettencourt’s a few years ago and you were the very best landlords we have ever had. I am deeply saddened to learn of Mr. Bettencourt’s passing. I offer my deepest condolences to you and your family as it nears the one year anniversary of his departure. Anyone could see how kind of a man your husband was. In just the brief time we knew him, he showed us understanding, caring, and compassion. The both of you seemed to truly care about the well-being of your tenants, not to mention how hard you worked! It was clear that Mr. Bettencourt had a huge heart and we were extremely lucky to be blessed by his acquaintance not just as a landlord, but as a genuinely good person. Jen and I still speak about how lovely it was to have been your tenants. Mr. Bettencourt always had a smile and sometimes a funny thing or two to say. I hope your heart and the hearts of your family heal more and more with time. May he rest in peace.
With love.