Anthony Mattos

Anthony Mattos, age 90 of Taunton, passed away at his residence on August 3, 2026 with his loving family by his side.

He was the beloved husband of Diane (Souza) Mattos.

Born in Taunton, Tony was the son of the late Manuel and Mary (Cardoza) Mattos.

He was a 1955 graduate of Monsignor James Coyle High School. Tony was a proud Air Force Veteran who served from 1956-59 and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal. Upon leaving the military, Tony worked at Raytheon as an assembler and then at Our Lady of Lourdes School as a custodian and basketball coach. He started working at Verizon (formerly New England Telephone) in 1969 and retired after 27 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, reading, attending events at Leisurewoods, watching Jeopardy, puzzles, and anything to do with American history.

Besides Diane, his beloved wife of over 58 years, he is survived by his loving children, Lynne Marie Mattos of New York and Stephen Mattos of Nebraska, his sister Cecelia Mattos of Taunton, and many nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late Manuel, Joseph, Frank, Rose and Mary Mattos.

Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, August 13, 2026 from 4:00 to 7:00pm at Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway (at Saint Mary’s Square), Taunton. Additional parking with handicap access is located on the North side of the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, August 14th at 10:00am in Saint Nicholas of Myra Church, 499 Spring Street, North Dighton, MA 02764. Relatives and friends may meet directly at the church at 9:30 am.

Interment with military honors will follow at Saint Joseph Cemetery, Taunton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made in Anthony’s memory to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, 141 Washington St., Taunton, or Taunton Veterans Services, 15 Summer St. #2, Taunton, and would be greatly appreciated. Tony’s family wishes to thank Compassionate Care Hospice and their incredibly caring and competent aides and nurses; Dr. Cristina Cellurale and her staff, for providing excellent care; and their many friends at Leisurewoods, whose thoughtfulness and kindness helped them get through this difficult time.

For expressions of sympathy, to sign an online guestbook, to plant a tree in his memory, or to light a memorial candle, visit www.silvafuneralhome.com.