Maria de Lourdes Pintasilgo 1930 – 2004

Biography

Maria de Lourdes Pintasilgo was born on January 18, 1930, in the riverside town of Abrantes, Portugal. Throughout her life, she devoted herself to public service and political engagement, becoming an important figure in Portuguese political life during a transformative period in her nation’s history. Her commitment to her country and its people shaped her career and left a lasting impression on those who knew her and worked alongside her.

On July 10, 2004, Maria de Lourdes Pintasilgo passed away in Lisbon following a myocardial infarction. She was 74 years old. Her death marked the end of a life dedicated to service, and she was laid to rest at Prazeres Cemetery in Estrela, where she remains remembered by family, colleagues, and the communities she served. Her legacy continues in the memory of all those whose lives she touched throughout her remarkable years of public dedication.