Mr. Jesse A. Souza, Jr., of Bradford, Me. and formerly of Taunton, died Thursday, February 16 following a lengthy illness. He was the former husband of Linda (DeMoranville) Souza. He was born 55 years ago in Taunton, the son of the late Jesse A. and Marjorie May (Dion) Souza, Sr. He was educated in Taunton and had been a city resident for most of his life before moving to Maine in 2008, so his daughter could care for him. Prior to his illness, Jesse had been employed as a manager for Eagle Core Supply in Easton for many years. He enjoyed fishing, riding his Harley, watching football games, working on cars, playing the lottery, and spending time with his family.
He leaves: 1 son: Nicholas Souza of Bangor, Me.; 2 daughters: Sherry Souza-Fereira of New Hampshire, and Amanda Souza of Athol; 5 sisters: Debra Haugh of Bridgewater, Mary Fernandez of Taunton, Lillian Ferrara of Vermont, Addie DeMoranville of Taunton, and Melissa Keil of Pennsylvania; 2 grandchildren: Lucas Souza and Hailey Souza, and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Funeral Service will be held at The Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home, 467 Bay Street, Taunton, on Saturday, February 25 at 7:00 P.M. Visiting Hours will precede the Service, Saturday, from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.