Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Benjamin J. Senay and Mary E. (Pilkington) Senay, and one of thirteen siblings. Eugene cherished his family, enjoyed watching horror films and in his prime, enjoyed activities such as fishing and shooting pool.
A Veteran of the United States Air Force, Eugene served in the Korean War from October 1949 until September 1953 when he was honorably discharged.
Gene is survived by two daughters, Barbara M. Dias, 56, of Port Charlotte, FL, Michelle L. Senay, 49, of Fall River, one son, Russell J. Senay, 50, of Ridgeway, VA, three granddaughters, Marrissa L. Senay, 31, Rebekah A. Senay, 26, Mikayla L. Senay, 25, one grandson, Justin M. Senay, 28, and two grandsons, Jacob M. Gouveia, 8, and Donovan J. Barbaro, 6, all of Fall River.
Gene was the husband to the late Barbara M. Senay, and he was father to the late Eugene J. Senay Jr., and Kenneth J. Senay.
At Eugene’s request, there will be no services held. Instead, the family will be holding a private event to honor their loved one.