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John Pereira, Jr. Obituary
Born in St. Michael, Azores, Portugal, he was the son of the late Irene and John P. Pereira, Sr.
John was the owner and operator of John Pereira Plumbing and Heating and a communicant of St. Michael Church. He was an avid fisherman as well as a Benfica soccer fan who was also an accomplished soccer player in his younger days.
Combining his talent as a builder with his devotion to his family, John proudly built several homes for his children. He was always willing to lend a helping hand and will be deeply missed by his family.
He leaves behind his loving wife Carmelia and their four children, Carmelia Pereira-Occhialini of Griswold, CT, Suzanne Leandro of Warwick, RI and, Jeannie Riley and John P. Pereira, III, both of Pawcatuck. John is also survived by his sister Irene Currier of East Providence; eight grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday from 4-7pm at Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly. A Funeral Liturgy will take place at 1pm on Friday at St. Mary's Church, 95 Main St., Stonington. There is no procession from the funeral home to church. Burial will follow at St. Michael Cemetery, Pawcatuck. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com
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Amy Gallagher
May 16, 2019
To the entire Pereira family.
Kaylee and I were so saddened to hear about John's passing. He was a wonderful man and a great neighbor. He will forever be missed. Much love, Amy and Kaylee York
Bob and Carol Canova
May 13, 2019
We were so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. We enjoyed spending time with him when we had the chance. Sending our deepest condolences to you all. You are in our prayers.
Dan Utz
May 9, 2019
My condolences to the Pereira family. All of
my memories are of John fishing and always sharing
what caught. We will miss him dearly.
Doug Ferguson
May 8, 2019
My condolences to the Pereira family. Mr Pereira was one of the nicest, kind and funny man I had the pleasure of knowing. He will most certainly be missed by many. He has left a great legacy, his children and grand children.
Priscilla Vieira
May 8, 2019
My condolences to the family! John was such a sweet man I'm glad I had the pleasure of knowing him!! He would light up a room with his jokes, his smile & his laugh!! I cried when my mother called me to tell me that he gained his wings.. he would always stop by my work to visit my father & bring us fish!! May he Rest In Peace !!
Carl Johnson
May 8, 2019
The Pereira Family,
My sympathy on your loss. I was fortunate to have met John when we played for the Portuguese Club Soccer Team in the 1960's and to have had him as a friend for many years. He was a special person with a ready smile, always there to help anyone who needed it. My prayers are with you.
Patricia Marchese
May 8, 2019
My sincerest sympathies for the entire Pereira family. Heaven has gained another Angel. May he Rest in Peace and spread his wings.
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