Joao R. Sousa

Joao R. Sousa, 93, a longtime resident of Stoughton, died Thursday, June 14, 2012 peacefully at the West Acres Nursing Home in Brockton surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Filomena B. (Braga) Sousa, who passed away 6 days ago. Born and educated in Portugal, he moved to Stoughton in 1971. Mr. Sousa was a self employed carpenter. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mr. Sousa is survived by his loving children, Manuel Sousa and his wife Ines, Jose Sousa and his wife Rosa, Rosa Bairos and her husband Jose and Maria Sousa and her husband Joe all of Stoughton and Irene Figueiredo and her husband Jose of FL. He is also survived by his 5 cherished grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral will be held from the Farley Funeral Home, 358 Park St. (Rt.27) Stoughton on Monday, June 18 at 9:30 AM followed by a Funeral Mass at Immaculate Conception Church, at 10:30 AM. Visiting Hours Sunday from 2-5 PM. Interment will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Stoughton, MA.