Francis C. Silvia, “Frank,” age 75, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2018 in Charlton Memorial Hospital with his daughters by his side. He was a thirteen year prostate cancer survivor. He was the former husband of Beth (Berthiaume) Silvia of Somerset.
Born in Fall River, a son of the late Francis F. and Helen (Harnett) Silvia, he was a lifelong resident of the city.
A graduate of B.M.C. Durfee High School, class of 1961, he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from the former SMU now UMASS Dartmouth. He taught math at Beckwith Middle School in Rehoboth and coached their basketball, baseball and softball teams for many years before retiring in 1999.
After retirement Mr. Silvia worked as a driver for the American Auto Auction. A huge sports fanatic, he loved the Providence Bruins and was a proud season ticket holder. He was also a huge New York Giants and NASCAR fan.
He is survived by two daughters, Lori Danis and her husband Kevin of Westport, Amy Silvia of Fall River; daughter-in-law, Christy Silvia of AL; five grandchildren, Amber Johnson, Kayla Calloway, Cole Silvia, Sterling Silvia and Jake Danis; two great- grandchildren, Braedon Johnson and Cody Calloway and many nieces and nephews. He was the loving father of the late Paul F. Silvia and brother of the late Peter Silvia and Paula Tatu.
Contributions in his honor may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Private services are in the care of the Waring-Sullivan Home at Cherry Place, Fall River.
