Jose R. Pavao, age 83 of Fall River, passed away in St. Anne’s Hospital after a short illness on June 18, 2013. Born in São Vicente, São Miguel, Açores, he was the beloved husband of Maria (Lopes) Pavao and the son of the late Manuel R. and Aldina (Botelho) Pavao. Prior to retiring, Jose worked 19 years at Joan Fabric as a shipper and receiver.
In addition to his wife, survivors include his son, Henry L. Pavao (wife Clo) of Fall River, a sister, Belmira Sousa of Somerset, 5 grandchildren: Tanya and Amada Pavao, Jessica Carreiro, Chris Pavao all of Fall River and Kevin Pavao of Milford, 2 great-granddaughters and 1 great grandson and several nieces & nephews. He was father of the late Raymond Pavao and the late Eduino “Eddy” Pavao (wife Norma) and brother of the late Manuel Pavao.
His funeral will take place from the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME 1521 N. Main St. Fall River on FRIDAY at 8 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Michael Church at 9 A.M. Interment in Notre Dame Cemetery. Calling hours THURSDAY 5-8 P.M. www.rogersfuneral.com.