It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Emanuel Teodoro Gonçalves Monteiro, he was affectionately known as Joaisa by his family and Manny by his friends. He unexpectedly passed away in his home on October 14, 2020 at the age of 34 years old. Born on March 26, 1986 in Praia, Cape Verde, he was the son of Filomena Lobo Monteiro and Joao De Deus Monteiro Sr. He was a Brockton High School graduate and worked at DXL Group. Joaisa will be lovingly remembered by his children, Navaiyah Monteiro, Natasha Monteiro, and Alijah Monteiro; siblings David Tavares, Monica Tavares, Joao Monteiro Jr, Molly Monteiro and Patricia Monteiro. He will also be dearly missed by his parents, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, godson and friends. He was predeceased by his loving grandmother Margarida Lobo. Joaisa was a man of faith and lived by principles and codes. He was loyal, supportive, and responsible. He was a devoted son and father. He worked very hard to achieve his goals and was eager to share it amongst his family and friends. He had an infectious smile that would brighten any room he entered. He was a kind-hearted individual with a gentle soul. He was the type of person that would have done anything for his family and friends. He enjoyed family gatherings and spending time with his children and nieces. He was humorous and had a welcoming spirit. He was a friend to everyone. He enjoyed all sports, especially soccer, he was a Benfica fanatic. He loved traveling and spending time with his loved ones. He was known as the best gift-giver in the family. Everyone could always count on getting a new pair of sneakers every Christmas & birthday's and for no reason at all. He took pride in his appearance and was a sharp dresser. You can always pick him out in a room by his hat and sneakers. Joaisa was a handsome man, who will dearly be missed by his friends and family. It was an honor and truly a blessing to have had him in our lives. He is forever engraved in our hearts. May he rest in eternal peace. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. Funeral from the Russell & Pica Funeral Home, 165 Belmont St., (Rt.123) Brockton on Saturday, October 24th at 9am to St. Edith Stein Parish, 71 E. Main St., Brockton where a funeral mass will be celebrated at 10am with COVID-19 restrictions. Interment to follow in Calvary Cemetery, Brockton. Calling hours in the funeral home on Friday, October 23rd from 4:00-7:00pm. ************************* COVID-19 Funeral Home Capacity Restrictions******************** Russell & Pica Funeral Homes Guidelines when attending a funeral wake/service. All visitors must wear a MASK in the funeral home and on the funeral home property. All visitors will be advised by Funeral Home Staff on what Building Entrance to Use. All visitors will then follow SAFE DISTANCING MARKINGS that will guide to the Casket/Urn. All visitors may pause at Casket/Urn and then EXIT the Funeral Home. All visitors when returning to their cars will please exit the property to allow others to enter. All visitors will be able to greet family members from a safe distance but not able to touch. The Russell & Pica Funeral Home appreciates everyone that is helping to support your loved one's and friends during their most difficult time.