Wilmo Silvani, age 76, of Acushnet, passed away Thursday, November 25th at home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the loving husband of Janice (Engel) Silvani with whom he shared 50 years of marriage. Born in Italy, he was the son of Ermelindo and Elena (Salvietti). He lived in Acushnet for all of his adult life. He worked as a steam engineer at Texas Instruments before retirement.
Wilmo was a thoughtful and outgoing man who enjoyed his family and friends. Known for his gift to socialize, he could spark up a conversation with anyone, anywhere. He loved playing cards with his friends, watching westerns, and treating his family to dinner.
Above all, his greatest joy was spending quality time with his four grandchildren; going to baseball games, soccer games, basketball games, dance recitals and Disney. As a lifelong member of Reservation Golf Club, his recent years were spent on the course caddying for his grandson Kyle, teaching him the love of the game. His winter retreat was in Sarasota, Florida where he spent time with the rest of the snowbirds.
He is survived by his wife, his two daughters Stefanie and her husband Michael Pinette of Acushnet and Lisa and her husband David Boucher also of Acushnet. He also leaves behind his four loving grandchildren, Chase, Liza, Colin, and Kyle with whom he made memories to last a lifetime.
Wilmo's funeral service will be held Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 11:00AM in the Rock Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, Massachusetts 02745. Relatives and friends are invited. Visitation prior from 9:00 to 11:00AM. Burial will be in Acushnet Cemetery. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com
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