John D. Arsenault

John D. Arsenault, age 67, of Swansea, passed away on December 15, 2024, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Nancy L. (Greeley) Arsenault, with whom he shared 42 years of marriage.

Born in Fall River, John was the son of the late Albert J. and M. Evelyn (Bartsch) Arsenault. A proud graduate of Bishop Connolly High School (Class of 1974), John went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in accounting from the former SMU, now UMass Dartmouth. He dedicated over 30 years to his career as an accountant at Northeast Products in Fall River before transitioning to part-time work with Advanced Alarm in Fall River, from which he retired in 2023.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, John was a man of many passions. A talented musician, he had a deep love for playing the guitar, filling his home with music. He found peace and satisfaction in working on his yard and was always the go-to handyman, able to fix almost anything. His love for animals, especially dogs, was boundless, and he took great pleasure in sharing time with his beloved golden retrievers.

John enjoyed spending quality time with his family and friends, whether dining out at local restaurants and breweries or hosting gatherings at home, where he could often be found grilling and ensuring everyone had a good time. His warmth, humor, and generosity were a hallmark of who he was, and he will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Along with his wife, he is survived by his children: Ian Arsenault and his wife Lauren of Providence, Jameson Arsenault and his wife Anne of Providence and Kate Cyr and her husband Jack of Somerset; his grandchildren: Naomie and Leo; his sister, Jane Mattos of Somerset and several nieces and nephews.

His funeral will be held Friday, December 20, 2024, at 9:00AM from the Waring-Sullivan Home at Birchcrest, 189 Gardners Neck Road, Swansea followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00AM in St. Francis of Assisi Church, 530 Gardners Neck Road, Swansea. Relatives and friends are invited. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 19, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in John’s honor can be made to Hope Hospice, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904, attn: philanthropy or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Burial will be private.