"Sheryl so sorry for your loss. Gail Marsigliano "
In loving memory of
William F. Faria
March 2, 1968 - August 11, 2020
William "Billy" Faria, age 52, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away on August 11, 2020.
Billy was born in Fall River, MA to Francis and Norma (Fitzgerald) Faria. Billy is the husband of Sheryl (Porada) Faria.
Billy graduated from PHS in 1986. He was a professional truck driver and equipment operator for JAM Construction for over 30 years. He had a great love for cars and collecting old gasoline and automobile memorabilia. He enjoyed quick rides in his Camaro and long, slow, relaxing trips in his Model A, especially when they led to Woods Ice Cream in Westport. He enjoyed camping and spending time with friends. He was known as "Mr. Clean" by his family as everything he owned had to be spotless and organized. Above all, his family was always most important to him.
Billy is survived by Sheryl, his loving wife of 27 years and his son Matthew Faria of Portsmouth. He leaves his brother Michael Faria and his partner Lori of Portsmouth, also his sisters Sherri Ariel and her husband Michael of Cape Coral, FL and June Parks and her husband Robert of Wakefield, RI.
He also leaves seven nieces and nephews and countless friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents Francis and Norma Faria.
Calling hours will be held in the Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Road, Portsmouth on Sunday, August 16, 2020, from 2:00-5:00 PM.
His Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, August 17, 2020, at 10:00 AM, in St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road, Portsmouth. Burial will follow in St. Columba Cemetery, Brown's Lane, Middletown.
The Mass at St. Barnabas will be live streamed for those that cannot attend via the following link : https://bit.ly/BillFariaFuneral
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his memory can be made to the Matthew Faria College Fund, Citizens Bank, c/o Jay Butler, 25 East Main Road, Middletown, RI 02842.
Tributes
"To Sheryl and Mathew, so very sorry to hear of Billy\'s passing. We are all going to miss him. My deepest condolences. Alan Perry "
"Dear Mike, Sherri and June, and to Billy\'s entire family, I\'m so sorry for your loss. My memories of Billy are back to when he was still a young boy, and the picture of him in front of Frankie\'s wrecker is incredibly touching. The story the video tribute tells that Billy was a great family man and co-worker, and shared his father\'s and Mike\'s love of certain old cars. And he kept his great big smile all his life! My thoughts are with all of you as Billy is welcomed by Norma and Frank. Much love and deepest sympathies, Nancy Benson"
"Our hearts are aching with you all.. our arms are hugging you all. Rest In Peace ?sweet little Billy? Rick & Deb Garrison"
"So very sad to hear of the passing of Billy at such a young age, I have many fond memories growing up with the Faria family. Our parents were good friends,,,,I pray that all the beautiful memories that were made with Billy will bring you some sort of peace at this very difficult time. RIP Bill, you will always be loved and greatly missed. Love, Doreen Oliveira-Watson and family"
"Sincere condolences to the Faria Family. So saddened by the loss of Billy\'s passing. May he rest in peace. What a beautiful tribute video. xoxo "
"So sorry to hear of your loss. Shocked and saddened to say the least. Prayers to the family."
"I was shocked to hear of Billy\'s passing. I had seen him again just a few years ago when he put my parent\'s driveway in. We talked of years ago and I noticed he hadn\'t changed a bit. When Mr. Faria had his auto repair shop on East Main Road many years ago, we lived in the house next door. Billy would come by the house and ride his mini bike in the yard with my brother. Many times I was afraid he would hit the side of our house, coming really close and at the last second turning away, like a daredevil. He rode like a pro and we had many laughs! I am so sorry for your loss, Billy was a wonderful man and he surely will be missed. I pray that his sisters, brother, son and wife can find comfort and peace in all their memories, until they meet again."
"Mike ,Sherry and June , I am so sorry for the loss of your brother Billy.He was such a good person and will always have a special place in my heart! With Deepest Sympathy, Valerie St.Laurent Marshall"
"Prayers for Bill, his wife and family from Bob and Aline Pontes... Somerset "
"Sherly and Mathew, so sorry for your loss. Hold on to the memories that you both have. Sorry I never got to meet Billie but heard many good things about him. Prayers and love. Mrs. Gamache "
"Sheryl, Mathew and Faria Family, My deepest sympathies. Bill was an amazing person. Many memories growing up with the Faria family. May you take comfort in the memories you have of Bill. Cheryl Silvia Petrarca "
"Words can\'t express how sorry I am to hear of Billy\'s passing. I work with Sheryl and have met Billy only a handful of times. He left a lasting impression and was such a great guy he will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers to his family especially Sheryl and Matthew. Merridythe Rogers "
"My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Sheryl. Tracey Strong of S&S"
"Mrs.Regina Oliveira"
"So very sorry to hear of the passing of Billy I have known him since he was a baby . Sending deepest sympathy to Sheryl and Mathew.Also to Mike ,Sheri and June . Much too young to have to go through so much. Rest in peace Billy with Mom and Dad. "
"Raymond and Deborah Dutra"
"Dear Sheryl and Matthew, Our deepest love, thoughts and sympathy surround you. There are no sorrows on earth that heaven can\'t heal. Billy has been healed. "
"Sheryl and Matthew, I?m so sorry to hear this terrible news. Life can be so unfair at times! May your memories ease the pain that you are suffering, while also knowing Billy and his wonderful smile will always be watching over you. "
"I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Billy, he was such a wonderful person and great friend!! My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and son at this very difficult time! With deepest Sympathy, Valerie St.Laurent Marshall"