Maria Do Ceu Ribeiro, 61, of Allentown, PA formerly of Portugal died Monday, September 14, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family. She was the beloved wife of Jose C. Fernandes with whom she celebrated their first wedding anniversary on February 14, 2026. Born in Aveiro, Portugal, she was the daughter of the late Antonio Ribeiro and the late Lidia Rodrigues Pereira. A talented seamstress and clothing designer, Maria was employed for many years at Sacoor Brothers working both in Portugal and Malaysia. After coming to the United States, Maria enjoyed sharing her sewing talents with her family and close friends. Maria enjoyed dancing, long walks with Jose, cooking and gardening with flowers. She had a terrific smile that could light up a room, beautiful blue eyes and a kind heart. She was a devoted wife and mother and was looking forward to her first grandchild. Maria was a member of Holy Infancy Catholic Church, Bethlehem, PA.

Survivors: Husband; son, Micael Ribeiro and his fiancé Ana Gonzalez of Portugal; step son, Andre Fernandes and his girlfriend Laney Rodriguez of Allentown; brothers, Americo Ribeiro and his wife Deolinda, Jose Alberto Ribeiro and his wife Marilia, Antonio Ribeiro and his wife Graca all of Portugal; beloved cats, LuLu and Swea Pea.

Service: Mass 10:00AM Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Holy Infancy Catholic Church, 312 E. 4th St., Bethlehem. A calling hour will be held from 9:00AM to 10:00AM Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the church.

Entombment to follow the Mass at Holy Saviour Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, Bethlehem. Please record a memory at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.