SWANSEA – Jose H. Arruda, age 78 of Swansea, peacefully passed away on Monday, July 1, 2024 with his loving family by his side. Born in Remedios, Sao Miguel, Azores, Jose was the beloved husband of Leontina (Moreira) Arruda and the son of the late Francisco & Maria (Sousa-Diogo) Arruda.

Prior to retiring Jose worked building railroads in British Columbia Canada and would love to talk about his experiences there. He was also a metal spinner at aluminum processing where he worked until his retirement. Jose would also accompany his wife to pray the rosary every Thursday at Catholic memorial .He was a parishioner of Francis of Assisi parish in Swansea. He was an avid gardener, who could grow pretty much anything, except cucumbers. Jose loved to go saltwater fishing and digging for clams & quahogs, he enjoyed camping with family and friends, playing cards, and was a practical joker. Most of all, Jose loved spending time with his family, especially with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In addition to his wife Leontina of Swansea, Jose is survived by his 2 daughters, Diane Torres (husband Richard) and Michelle Arruda all of Swansea; grandchildren, Tyler Torres (wife Bryanna), Trevor Torres (wife Abbey), Mackenzie Arruda, and Giovanni McCarthy; 2 great grandchildren, Katerina Torres & Holden Torres; siblings, Francisco Arruda, Manuel Arruda, Maria Helena Silva, Alda Oliveira, Idalina Espinola, & Odete Vieira; and many nieces & nephews, especially his favorite nieces, Melinda, Kayla, & Nancy.

Visitation for Jose will take place in the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home, 1521 N. Main St., Fall River on Monday, July 8th from 9-10:30 A.M. followed by a funeral mass to follow at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Swansea at 11:00 A.M. Interment at Notre Dame Cemetery. To express condolences to the family, please click the Guest Book link below.