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Michael Radevicz Jr. 84, of Taunton, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026, with his loving children by his side. He was born in Attleboro, MA to the late Michael and Stephanie (Pencek) Radevicz. He was husband to the late Patricia Radevicz and brother to the late Patricia Altieri of Florida. He worked as a silversmith at Reed and Barton from the time he graduated high school, up until his retirement.
Michael was a member of the Taunton Rifle and Pistol Club and was an archer instructor for some years. He enjoyed archery, camping, fishing, gardening, hunting, and golfing. He especially loved visiting Laurel Lake with his late wife for camping and fishing trips. Michael left a legacy of being a fantastic silversmith, gardener and neighbor.
He leaves behind a daughter Paula DaPonte, and her husband, Emanuel, of Taunton; a son, Michael Radevicz, III, and his wife, Susan, of Swansea; a step daughter, Lynne Marie Parker, of California; granddaughter Kayla DaPonte Stull, her husband Ron, and daughters Lily and Lia of Taunton; grandson Aaron DaPonte, of Middletown, RI; granddaughter Melissa Crosson, her husband James, and children Brigid, James and Hadley of Swansea; grandson Bryan Radevicz, of Swansea; step granddaughter, Marie Parker Strong and her daughter Rose.
All funeral services and interment in Norton Common Cemetery were held privately.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his memory can be made to AccentCare Hospice and Palliative Care of Fall River or a charity of ones choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Sowiecki-Snyder Home for Funerals.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
69 W Britannia St, Taunton, MA 02780

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