John B. Freitas Sr.
1936 - 2014
John B. Freitas Sr.
1936 - 2014
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BORN
1936
DIED
2014
John Freitas Obituary
In his youth he was a professional boxer and was crowned New England light heavy weight champion in 1960. He owned and operated Freitas Garage in Swansea, where he did all phases of mechanic work for over forty years.
He is survived by one son: John B. Freitas Jr. of Swansea, significant other: June-Anne Proctor of Swansea, four sisters: Gertrude Lopes of Providence, Edna Barboza of Swansea, Julia Stockton of MD, Nancy Freitas of GA, one brother: Benjamin Freitas of NY and several nieces and nephews. He was brother of the late Mary Laughlin, Antoinette Richardson, Frank, Alvin and Peter Freitas.
His Funeral will be held Thursday, May 15, 2014 at 8:00AM from the WARING-SULLIVAN HOME OF MEMORIAL TRIBUTE at BIRCHCREST, 189 Gardner's Neck Road, Swansea followed by a Funeral Mass at 9:00AM in St. Dominic's Church, 1277 G.A.R. Highway, Swansea. Visiting hours will be held Wednesday from 4:00PM to 7:00PM. Burial will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Fall River.
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Auntie Barbara & Family
May 14, 2014
Thinking of you at this time and always. Praying that the coming days and weeks will become more comforting for you and your Mom. Your Dad would be very proud of you that you have grown into a responsible young man. Love you always.
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Karin Shumaker
May 13, 2014
John (JJ) know that you are in my prayers. Please have faith in God that he will see you through this. Remember the happy and fun times with your Dad; think of him often and hold his memory close. He'll always be with you. Be thankful for is love and guidance and that will help you through.
God bless you and comfort you.
Abby;s Grandma, Karin
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May 12, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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