John Chaves, age 77 of Fall River, passed away Oct. 19, 2011. He was the husband of Connie (Sousa) Chaves. Born in Fernais da Luz, Sao Miguel, Azores, he was the son of the late John Medeiros Chaves & Maria dos Anjos (Vieira) Chaves. Prior to retiring, John worked as a Foreman for South County Sand & Gravel and Fleet Construction. He was a parishioner of St. Michael Church & a member of the Afonso Costa Republican Club.
John was the father of John William Chaves of Fall River; brother of Carl Chaves of Berkley & the late Joseph Chaves; 2 nieces, 4 nephews, & 7 godchildren.
His funeral will take place from the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME 1521 N. Main St. Fall River MONDAY at 10:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Michael Church, Essex St. at 11:00 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick Cemetery. Calling hours Sunday 5-9 P.M.