Arthur W. Mott Jr.

NEW BEDFORD Arthur Walter "Butch" Mott Jr., 67, of New Bedford, died Dec. 7, 2008, in Saint Luke's Hospital, New Bedford, following a period of declining health. He was born March 25, 1941, in Weymouth, a son of the late Arthur W. and Dorothy (Southworth) Mott Sr., and attended Weymouth public schools. A former boy scout, he was a member of Troop 8, Weymouth. Later, he served in the Massachusetts National Guard. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Mott worked at J.F. Price Quarries as a heavy equipment operator. He drove stock cars in Norwood and treasured the time he spent riding his Harley. A resident of New Bedford, Mr. Mott was a former resident of Weymouth and Pembroke. Mr. Mott was predeceased by his parents and three brothers, Robert, Charles and Curtis Mott. Surviving family members include one son, Arthur Walter Mott III of Pembroke; three sisters, Dorothy Ripley of Plymouth, Martha Earle of Weymouth and Carol A. Nesman of New Bedford; two brothers, Edwin Mott of New Hampshire and David Mott of Weymouth; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services and interment are private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are by the O'Neill Funeral Home, Inc., 59 Peirce St., Middleboro, 508-947-0911.