Joseph Augusto, 80, of New Bedford died Saturday November 24, 2007.
Born in New Bedford, the son of the late John and Adeline (Borges) Augusto, he lived in New Bedford for most of his life.
Mr. Augusto was formerly employed as a presser at Colonial Textile.
During the Korean War, he served in the U.S. Army.
Survivors include a stepson, Michael Conrad of New Bedford; a brother, John Augusta of Dartmouth; a sister, Silvina Thatcher of California; and nieces and nephews.
His Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday at 11:30 AM at the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. Visitation Wednesday 10:30-11:30 AM prior to the service. Burial with military honors will be in the Mass. National Cemetery, Bourne. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.