Morris R Fogaren
Mario R. “Morris” Fogaren, age 93, of Stuart, FL formerly of New Bedford, passed away in his residence on Monday, December 2, 2019, after a period of declining health. He was the husband of the late Celeste (Brito) Fogaren.
Born in New Bedford, a son of the late Antonio R. and Isabel (Jesus) Fogaren, he was a lifelong New Bedford resident until moving to Florida recently. He was employed as a fastener and supervisor for many years at Stillwater Associates prior to his retirement. Morris was a proud United States Navy Veteran, Seaman 1st Class, who served his country faithfully during World War II aboard the USS Duluth.
Morris loved his family dearly, he was an avid Ham Radio operator and enjoyed computers. He was a member of the Freetown VFW Memorial Post 6643; St. Mary’s Senior’s Golden Agers, St. Therese Seniors, the Garment Workers and Friends and the South Eastern MA Amateur Radio Club.
He is survived by his daughter, Maureen Thatcher and her husband Chet of New Bedford and Florida; a son, Morris A. Fogaren of New Bedford; three grandchildren, Matthew and David Thatcher and Amanda Pustola and two great great-grandchildren, Logan and Landon Pustola. He was the brother of the late Aldora Ferreira, Hazel Lawrence and Theresa Sylvia.
Morris’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at 10:00AM in St. Mary’s Church, 343 Tarkiln Hill Road, New Bedford, MA 02745. Relatives and friends are invited. Visitation Wednesday from 4:00 to 6:00PM. Burial in Pine Grove Cemetery. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com