Thomas Ferro, 78, of Acushnet passed away Friday April 28, 2023 after a long illness. He was the husband of Ellen (Carreira) Ferro; they had been married for 58 years.
Tom was born in Acushnet and graduated from New Bedford High School and earned an Associate degree from Newbury College. He was also a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Electronics. He worked in quality control at various local factories until his retirement.
He was an avid Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots fan.
In addition to his wife Ellen, he is survived by his son Derek Ferro; and his grandchildren, Hannah Blattman, Thomas S. Ferro, and Reaghan Ferro.
He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Mary (Marcondes) Ferro, and his brother, James Ferro.
His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 11 AM at St. Mary's Church, Fairhaven. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 9:30-10:30 AM at the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.