In North Providence, John “Jack” Briody Jr., age 78, passed away peacefully in Hope Hulitar Hospice Center on April 11, 2023. Jack was born and raised in Taunton, MA, the son of the late John F. Briody & Elaine (Donnelly) Briody.
Jack attended Taunton schools and was a graduate of Monsignor Coyle High School. Jack served his country honorably in the U.S. Army and worked for the City of Taunton Fire Department for some time. He later moved to Providence, RI. Jack enjoyed spending time with his friends and family and going to the family cottage in Berkley on the Taunton River. He is survived by his son Michael Briody and wife Denise of South Easton, his grandchild Cassidy Briody of South Easton, his siblings; Nancy Briody of Taunton, Charles Briody and wife Joanne of East Taunton, and Richard Briody of Taunton. Jack was the brother of the late Bonnie Therien and Elaine Matesanz.
Funeral home visiting hours will be held at the O’Keefe Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton, MA 02780 on Thursday, April 20th from 5-7 pm. with a funeral home service being held at 6:30.