John M. ”Johnny Boy” Silva Sr., age 64 of Fall River since 1958. Passed away May 25, 2008 in Fall River. Husband of Margaret (Curry) Silva. Born in Ponta Garca, Sao Miguel, Azores the son of the late Joao & Maria (Furtado) da Silva. He was a Truck Driver at Samesta Mfg., & then worked in Quality Control at American Dryer.
Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 Children: John M. Silva Jr., Donald J. & Isaac I. Silva all of Fall River, & Wendy J. (Silva) Freitas of E. Providence. 3 Siblings: Constance Branco of Westport, Antone Silva of Fall River, Joseph Silva of Swansea. 5 Grandchildren & several nieces & nephews. He was also father of the late Steven Silva.
His PRIVATE funeral for family will take place in the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1521 N. Main St. Private Interment in Oak Grove Cemetery. Public Visitation: Tuesday 4:00-8:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice & Palliative Care, 502 Bedford St., Fall River, MA. 02720.