Jason D. "Jay" Lopes, 47, of Taunton died January 28, 2020 unexpectedly at home.
He was the loving husband of Karen Lopes.
Born and raised in New Bedford, son of David F. and Maria V. (Valentim) Lopes. He lived in New Bedford before moving to Stoughton and then Taunton 6 years ago.
Jay was employed by GEC Durham Industries, Inc. in New Bedford for 22 years and was a part-time security guard at Fuller Craft Museum in Brockton for 10 years.
Jay enjoyed spending time with his family, two cats, Meatball and Tukka, was an excellent cook, artist and model builder. He was also an avid fan of the rock band KISS.
Survivors include his wife; his parents; a sister, Debra Oliver and her husband Keith of Mattapoisett; a niece, Faith Oliver; 2 nephews, David Oliver and Jacob Oliver; his mother-in-law Jo-Ann; and 2 sisters-in-law, Carolyn and Lorraine.
His Memorial Service will be held on Friday, February 7th at 11 AM in the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Route 6, Mattapoisett. His family will receive guests on Friday morning from 10-11 AM prior to the service. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery.