"Aunt Mary, Tom, Paul, Marie, Diane and the whole family, Our deepest condolences on the loss of Uncle Ed (or Ding as we?ve always called him). I am sorry we couldn?t attend the services due to quarantine from our travel to Florida to visit John. We all watched the service via the live stream and it was very nice. Ding was such a kind, generous and considerate man. I have always had a deep respect for him and we appreciate all that Ding and the rest of your family did to ensure we all got together to celebrate our family. We will never forget the reunions at the farm or the huge Thanksgiving celebrations on16 Chapel Street in the 70?s. Ding left very large shoes to fill and giant footprints here on earth. Although we never really talked much at the reunions about all the great things he did for the community, I can tell you they were well known. I am proud to have had a person of his stature to call my uncle. He will be dearly missed by all for sure. He is at peace now with his parents, brother and other family members and I know he will be looking out for all of us from heaven. With much love and sympathy, Kenny, Donna and the boys (John and Andrew)"
In loving memory of
Edmund B. Silveria
August 29, 1928 - January 2, 2021
Edmund B. Silveria, 92, of Portsmouth, passed away on January 2, 2021 in Newport Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Mary (Escobar) Silveria for 66 years.
Born in Fairhaven, MA, he was the son of the late Joseph and Rose (Bartlett) Silveria and brother of the late Joseph H. Silveria.
Besides his wife Mary he leaves their children, Thomas Silveria and his wife Sheli, Paul Silveria, Marie Williams and her husband Michael all of Portsmouth, Diane Andrews of Middletown and his sister Diane Silveria of Portsmouth. He was the grandfather of Charlotte Mary and Thomas B. Silveria, Josh and his wife Justine and Morgan Williams, and Mitchell III and Alexandria Marie Andrews and great-grandfather of Mikayla, Mitchell IV, Rosemary and Alexander Andrews, and Francis Williams, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
After serving in the army, he returned to Rogers High School, graduated from Bryant College with an associate's degree and remained active in the Army Reserves until 1991.
He retired from the Naval Underwater Systems Center (NUSC) in 1983. His real work began once he retired. He was active with St Barnabas Church, the Knights of Columbus, Phelan's Florist, St Vincent de Paul Society, AARP, the Portsmouth Senior Center, 7 Castles Club, the list goes on.
He loved his church and senior center dinner dances, his books, and was an avid card player, pitch and cribbage being favorites, playing his last game of pitch the Tuesday before Christmas. He enjoyed his breakfasts out with his friends, watching his children's, grandchildren's and great grandchildren's sports and school performances, and dinner every Monday night with his family.
He was a caring and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and to any who needed his help including his brothers and sisters in-law.
Calling hours will be held, Thursday, 7 January 2021 from 4-6pm in St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road, Portsmouth. Please remember Physical distancing and face masks are mandatory.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, 8 January 2021 at 10am in St. Barnabas Church and will be live-streamed at sbportsmouthri.net/EdmundSilveriaFuneral
Donations in his memory may be made to the St. Barnabas Church Building Fund, 1697 East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI 02871
Tributes
"So many Great memories of Ding. I Remember him delivering milk and glass containers to our house every Saturday morning and we so look forward to seeing him! As my godfather him and Aunt Mary ordered me the magazine highlights when I was just a little kid and it was something that I looked forward to every month. From all the family gatherings to all the family reunions middle Road was a special place because Ding and Aunt Mary made it that way. He will be missed by many. RIP Ding. Give Dad a hug from me ??"
"Sincere condolences to Mary and family, Ed was always highly thought of and loved by our family. Peace be with you. Nina Coute Tow Jacksonville, FL"
"My heartfelt condolences the the Silveria family. Ed always had a warm hello, whether it was at mass, at Vanderbilt Rehab exercise, or anytime. He was a good and kind gentleman. My he rest in the Light & Love of Christ."
"CONDOLENCES TO ALL THE SILVERIA FAMILY ON THE DEATH OF EDMUND. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE."
"I would like to extend my sincere sympathy upon your loss of Edmund. Such a great guy. Always there to help. He will be missed by all that knew him. Worked with him at Columbian Credit Union for 30 years. Many years with Knights of Columbus activities."
"Dear Mary, I was so sorry to hear about Ed' passing. He will be fondly remembere by all that knew him and his generous help to many. You have my deepest sympathy"
"Mrs. Silveria, Marie and family, so sorry to hear of Mr. Silverias passing. Has far back as I can remember he was always such a wonderful person. I am sure he will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathies, Mona Lyga Carberry"
"Marie, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear father. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers."
"Portsmouth Senior Center has lost a great Treasurer, on several committees, most dedicated volunteer for 38 years and a friend too all and admired by all who crossed his path. RIP ED. You left a void in our hearts ?????"
"My Dad raved about Mr Silveria?s intelligence and generosity He will be warmly remembered and sincerely missed blessing to the family "
"Mr.Ed was a true friend to me and loved to call him my ?second dad?.My heart is breaking and will miss him so much. My deepest condolences to Mary whom I treasure and all the family. Cynthia Koniecki "
"Raymond and Deborah Dutra"
"Dear Mrs. Silveria and Family, our sincere sympathy for your loss. Mr. Silveria was kind, caring and a true gentleman. Sincerely, Raymond and Deborah Dutra"