Raymond Arruda, Sr. 87 of Westport, Massachusetts passed away on Monday, August 18th 2025 while surrounded by his loved ones.
Born in Westport, he was the son of Ida Cardoza and Joseph Arruda, Sr.
He served in the U.S. Army in Korea. He was the business owner of R.A. Floor Service for 40+ years.
He was an avid sports fan who loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was a devoted husband and companion to his wife Lucia Arruda for 65 years. He loved Elvis and his favorite dessert, cookies.
Raymond is survived by his loving wife of 62 years Lucia Arruda, son Raymond Arruda. Jr. and wife Cidalia, daughters Debra Raposo and late husband Antero, Jennifer Capucci and husband Ryan, grandchildren Christopher Raposo and his wife Adele, Kyle Raposo, Tayla Arruda and her fiance Nick, Brittany Arruda, beloved great grandson Weston Raposo. He is survived by sister Pauline Stack, late brothers Norman, Joseph Jr, James R and Ernest Arruda.
Funeral to which relatives and friends are invited will be held Saturday, August 23rd 2025 at 8:30 A.M. from the Potter Funeral Home, 81 Reed Road, Westport followed by Mass of Christian burial at St. George Church at 9:30 A.M. located at 12 Highland Ave., Westport, MA.
Visitation will be from 5 to 8 P.M. at the Potter Funeral Home in Westport on Friday, August 22nd 2025.
Interment in Beech Grove Cemetery, Westport.