Jose T. Melo, age 67, of East Taunton, passed away on November 3, 2023 at Marion Manor
Nursing Home peacefully surrounded by his loving family.
He was the beloved husband of Zurita (Calheta) Melo, born in Faial da Terra, Sao Miguel
Azores. He was the son of the late Jose and Maria Conceicao (Tavares) Melo. Besides his
beloved wife, Zurita, of 43 years, Jose is survived by his loving sons, Danny Melo and wife,
Dianne of Berkley and Steven Melo and husband, Jonathan Dunn of Weymouth. He was the
grandfather of Anthony and Juliana, brother of Norberto Melo of Attleboro and Maria Andre of
Fall River.
Before his retirement, Mr. Melo was employed by Aurora Technology. He enjoyed spending
time with his family, especially with his grandkids. He loved his Portuguese music, visiting
Sao Miguel, gardening and playing cards after holiday dinners. One of his favorite pastimes
was watching Family Feud. His happiest times was when he was taking care of his dairy farm in
Faial da Terra.
Mr. Melo’s funeral with visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 9am from the
Silva Funeral Home, 80 Broadway (at Saint Mary’s Square) Taunton, followed by a Mass of
Christian Burial to begin at 11am at St. Anthony’s Church, School Street, Taunton.
Interment will follow in St Joseph’s Cemetery
In lieu of flowers donations made to The Dementia Society of America at
dementiasociety.org. in Mr. Melo’s memory, would be deeply appreciated.
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