In Taunton, October 6, 2014 Manuel Silva Age 61, passed away in his home unexpectedly. Manuel is survived by his wife Rosemarie (Marko) Silva of Taunton. He was born in Taunton, the son of the late Manuel & Antoinette (Barago) Silva. Manuel has resided all his life in Taunton. He was employed for the Commonwealth on MA as a maintenance worker. Manuel was an active fundraiser for Senator Marc Pacheco, he volunteered at Nine Lives of Norton and was a devoted animal lover who cherished his family and two grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Manuel leaves his daughter Wanda Silva and her husband Albert Tow of Brookline. He also leaves his siblings Maria Panettieri of Lakeville, Linda Ahr of Lakeville, Josie Ashley of TN and Donald Silva of Lakeville. Manuel is survived by his loving grandchildren Jared and Zoe Olivia Silva Tow both of Brookline. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton, MA 02780 on Friday, Oct. 10th from 5-7 pm. A funeral home service will follow at 7 pm. Burial is private at the request of the family. Donations in Manuel’s memory may be made to Nine Lives of Norton, 84 Hill St., P.O. Box 548 Norton, MA 02766.