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CANCUN, Mexico -- Thomas C. Souza, 41, of Acushnet and formerly of California, died unexpectedly on November 22, 2006, while vacationing in Cancun. He was the son of George T. and Laura (Rodriques) Souza of Acushnet.
He was born in New Bedford and lived in Denver and San Diego before returning to New Bedford a short while ago. He graduated from Fairhaven High School and UMass Boston with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and in Archaeology from Univ. of Lowell.
Thomas served in the US Coast Guard. He was employed at Kaizer Permente Hospital and Scripp Hospital in San Diego. In his younger days, he enjoyed playing sports of all kind.
Survivors include his parents; a daughter, Gillian Souza of Denver; two sisters, Kimberly Goulart and her husband, Roger of New Bedford and Christine Keough and her husband, Andrew of Sherborn; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
His funeral was private. Arrangements by Rock Funeral Home.
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Scott Parent
January 19, 2007
I was tommy's closest friend, I loved Tommy like a brother. There isn't a day that goes by that he isn't missed. I struggle daily with our loss. I'm so sorry.
His Best Friend,
Scott Parent
Rob/Christine Tetreault
January 1, 2007
We were shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow. God Bless.
Dianne Millette
December 30, 2006
Dear Mr. & Mrs Souza, and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My son, Eric went to school with Tommy and my daughter, Regina remembers him well. We are all so saddened.
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Chris Palladina
December 30, 2006
Dear Family of Thomas,
I am so sorry for your loss.
I only knew Tom for a short while recently when he came to Ohio.In that short month or so your son warmed our hearts and helped me more then he will ever know,again i am truly sorry.
Maurice, Barbara & Lori Violette
December 30, 2006
Dear George and Laura,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Tom.
Please accept our condolences and know we are thinking of you and your family at this time...
Love and prayers,
Gary Hathaway
December 30, 2006
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Souza,
I am very sorry for the loss of Tom. I haven't seen Tommy since we grew up together and was very shocked to see this. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. God bless you and and your family through this difficult time!
Lucille Smith
December 30, 2006
May the love of friends and family give you the courage to face your tomorrow. My deepest sympathy for the loss of your son.
sheila bergeron
December 29, 2006
dear Chris, and family, so sorry for your loss. MRS.B, angela, paul, mary and jimmys mom.
Bob and Carol Buotte
December 29, 2006
Dear George and Laura,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son.
Please accept our condolences and know we are thinking of you and your family at this time...
Love and prayers,
Paul Bergeron
December 29, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.Im so sorry for your loss.
some one who cares
December 29, 2006
To lose someone so young and full of life. I am sorry to hear of your loss.
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