Thomas E. Chaves, 65, of Fall River, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He was the husband of the late Donna M. (Ayotte) Chaves, they shared 25 years of marriage.
Mr. Chaves was born in Fall River, son of Charles Chaves of Westport and the late J. May (Harrington) Chaves and had been a longtime resident of the city. Prior to retirement, he worked as a welder. He was an avid New England sports fan and a hard worker. He will be remembered for his caring, loving spirit and willingness to always help out anyone in need.
Survivors along with his father include his 2 daughters: Crystal Silva and her husband Kevin of E. Greenwich, RI and Monica Rothwell and her husband Randy of Greensboro, NC; his brother: Charles J. Chaves of Westport; his sister: Sheila Chaves of Fall River; and 6 grandchildren: Aaron Rothwell and his wife Emily, Zachary Rothwell, Alaina Rothwell, Madison Silva, Matthew Silva and Kendal Rothwell.
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial to which relatives and friends are invited will be Friday, September 26, 2025 at Our Lady of Grace Church, Westport at 11:00 A.M.
Interment to follow in Beech Grove Cemetery, Westport.