Joao Alves Teixeira died on July 1, 2021. He was 18 years old.

Beloved son of Maria Daluz Alves of Dorchester and Luis Soto Teixeira of Cape Verde. Cherished brother of Jorge, Ismael and Simtano Teixeira all of Cape Verde and Emilia, Jose and Doninha Teixeira all of Boston.

Joao was born in Fogo, Cape Verde. He was a student of Boston International High School. He loved music, dancing and playing soccer. He was known for his loving and kind personality. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Peter Church, 311 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, Saturday July 10 at 10:00am. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours in Saint Peter Church, Friday July 9th 4:00-7:00PM. Interment in New Calvary Cemetery, Boston.