Mary Bernadette O'Connor Cordeiro

Mary Bernadette O’Connor Cordeiro, of Hudson, Massachusetts, was born on March 25, 1935 and passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, surrounded by love. 

She was born in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the daughter of Ruth Agnes McPartlen and Francis Steven O’Connor. Bernie was the beloved wife of the late Manuel Cordeiro for over 63 years and a devoted mother to Edward F. Cordeiro and Debra R. Cordeiro. Fiercely loyal to her family, Bernie showed her love through steadiness, dependability, and unwavering commitment. She was a proud grandmother to Edward Cordeiro, Jr. and his wife Victoria; Mathew Cordeiro; Tara Sagor and her husband Josh; Thomas Floyd and his partner Melissa Galvin; Alexandra Agrillo and her fiancée Joseph Twohig; and Lily Nicolazzo, and was a cherished great-grandmother to Eliana, Isaiah, and Noah Sagor; Thomas and Anthony Floyd; Lilliana Leal; Tyler and Charlotte Cordeiro; and Sebastian Cordeiro, all of whom brought her immense joy and pride.

Deeply rooted in her Irish Catholic faith, Bernie lived with conviction. She had a keen interest in politics and world affairs, held a lifelong admiration for President John F. Kennedy, and followed current events closely. She loved to travel, especially to Puerto Rico and Aruba, both of which held special places in her heart. As a child, Bernie played both the piano and the harp, early signs of a disciplined and curious mind. She was an avid reader who enjoyed keeping up with the Boston Globe and spending time immersed in books. Bernie delighted in simple comforts—Hershey bars, games of Bingo, and most especially, time with her beloved cats.

Bernie attended St. Michael’s Academy and later Business School in Boston before working at Regis College for many years. She worked for the majority of her career at the Hudson dental offices of Dr. Paul Cronin and Dr. James Stewart, where she was respected, valued, and formed lasting friendships. She spoke often of those years with pride and fondness. Bernie will be remembered as a woman of strength, intelligence, and loyalty—the family matriarch who led by example and left no doubt about her values or her love for her family. Her love continues through the many generations she nurtured, the memories she created, and the simple joys she embraced so fully.

There will be no services at the Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Friday, January 16th, 2026 at 10:00 am at Saint Michael Parish located at 23 Manning St., Hudson. A burial will follow at Saint Michael Cemetery. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church.