East Bridgewater- John L. Silva Sr., 97, of East Bridgewater died Feb. 8, 2007, at home unexpectedly. He was the husband of the late Helen I. (Smith) Silva.
Born Nov. 10, 1909, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Paiva) Silva.
He was a tool dye maker for George Knight Co., retiring in 1989.
Mr. Silva was a lifelong resident of East Bridgewater.
He was a member of the East Bridgewater Commercial Club and volunteered for the E.B. Fire Department.
Mr. Silva enjoyed dancing, playing cards and walking.
He is survived by his children, Joan Jensen of Texas, Marilyn Atwood of Pocasset, Ronald J. of Whitman, John L. Jr. of E. Bridgewater and Cheryl L. White of Raynham. he was the brother to Marie Reed of Brockton, Angelina Santos of Bridgewater and the late Manuel Silva, Antonio Paiva, Alfred Paiva, Louis Silva, Tansy Andrade, Alice Brewster and Joseph Paiva. Also survived by 19 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.
His funeral services are private.
Donations may be made to the Old Colony Elder Services, 144 Main St., Brockton, MA.