Messines holds funeral ceremonies for Inácia and Vitorino Cavaco

Funeral ceremonies for Inácia Cavaco and Vitorino Cavaco will take place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Matriz Church of São Bartolomeu de Messines.

Vitorino Vieira Cavaco passed away at the age of 94 on October 7, followed by his wife, Inácia Cavaco, who died the next morning at age 90. The couple's deaths, occurring only hours apart, have caused significant local commotion.

Local authorities, including the Silves Municipal Council and the São Bartolomeu de Messines Parish Council, have issued notes of condolence. They specifically highlighted Vitorino Vieira Cavaco’s civic and political contributions as a former local official and his role in founding various local associations.