Joseph F. Estrella, Jr., 68, of New Bedford died April 5, 2022 at St. Anne's Hospital after a brief illness.
Born in New Bedford, son of the late Joseph F. Estrella and Dorothy S. (Arruda) Harkins and step son of the late George W. Harkins, Jr., he lived in New Bedford all of his life.
He was formerly employed as a truck driver for Frito Lay for many years until his retirement.
He enjoyed fishing, collecting coins and rocks.
Survivors include his 3 daughters, Nicole Costa and her husband Carlos of New Bedford, Sarah Estrella of Middleboro and Shaylee Estrella of Wareham; his girlfriend, Susan Duggan of New Bedford; 8 grandchildren, Brianna Estrella, Devin Holloway, Jasmine Costa, Arianna Costa, Carlos Costa, Jr., Sophia Henderson, Carsyn Costa and Stella Costa; a great-granddaughter, Aviyana Woodley; and uncle of Brandon Estrella.
He was the brother of the late David Estrella.
His funeral arrangements will be private.