Edward S. Petisca. Age 81. Husband of Francesca (Leite)Petisca. Residence 344 Lawton St., Fall River for 57 years. Died Thursday at St. Anne’s Hospital. Born in Fall River. Son of the late Manuel S. Petisca and the late Maria (Carvalho) Petisca. He was a lifelong resident of Fall River.
He had worked for 18 years for Fall River Manufacturing Company as a Stitcher and pocket setter where he was shop steward. He then worked for Geilich Tannery for 7 years. He last was with the Fall River Housing Authority from 1970 to 1985. He was a member of the Retired County and Municipal Employees Association. He was a member of the Liberal Club and was a board member for many years and an active member for 50 years. He was a member of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union. He served in the US Navy in WWII from 12/26/1942 to 12/16/1945. He received the WWII Victory Ribbon, the American Area Ribbon, the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon with 11 Stars, and the Philippine Liberation Ribbon with 2 Stars. He received 13 Battle Stars and served aboard the USS Mobile, a light cruiser.
Besides his wife, he is survived by 1 Daughter: Susan M. Dias of Tiverton, RI. 1 Son: Michael Edward Petisca of Gardner, MA. 2 Half Brothers: Robert Petisca of TX and Henry Petisca of Fall River. 2 Grandsons: Adin Petisca and wife Cristin and John M. Dias. Several Nieces and Nephews.
His funeral will take place on Tuesday with visitation fron 9 A.M. to 10 A.M. services in the funeral home. Calling hours Monday 6-9 P.M. Cremation to follow the funeral services. In Lieu of Flowers, donations may be made to the St. Anne’s Capital Budget Fund 495 Middle St., Fall River, MA 02724