John Lisbon, 85, of New Bedford died Thursday, December 1, 2016 at Care One of New Bedford.
Born in Rye, New York, the son of the late Antonio M. and Leopoldina (Raymond) Lisbon, he lived in New Bedford for most of his life.
He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Assumption Church.
Mr. Lisbon served in the U.S. Navy for 22 years until his retirement. He later was employed as a custodian for the New Bedford Public School Department for 22 years.
He was a life member of the Cape Verdean American Veterans Association and a member of the Fleet Reserve Association.
Survivors include a sister, Mary Ann Correia of South Carver; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family would also like to thank his longtime friend and caregiver, Louise Grace.
He was the brother of the late Yvonne "Pinky" Ramos, George Soares, and Gilbert "Mickey" Lisbon.
His Funeral will be held on Wednesday at 8 AM from the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford, followed by his Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Assumption Church at 9 AM. Burial with military honors will be in Pine Grove Cemetery. Visiting hours will be on Tuesday from 4-7 PM. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Cape Verdean Recognition Committee, P.O. Box 3070, New Bedford, MA 02741.