Jose da Silva

Jose M. da Silva 63 of New Bedford passed away Sunday February 27, 2011 at St. Luke’s hospital after a brief illness. He was the son of the late Jose M. and Maria da Silva. He was born in Horta, Fayal, Azores and had lived in New Bedford most of his life. He was formerly employed as a machine operator at AFC. Mr. da Silva liked going to the 1 ^st Base Café and Portuguese Sports Club to be with his friends. He enjoyed playing soccer. Survivors include his son Joe da Silva and his wife Silvia of New Bedford; his daughter Michelle Camara of New Bedford; his sister Aida Da Costa and her husband James of Dartmouth; his grandchildren Kaitlyn Camara, Jonathan Camara and Hunter da Silva; also several nieces and nephews. His visiting hours will be Wednesday 6-8pm. In accordance with his wishes he will be cremated. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to one’s favorite charity