Born in Fall River, a son of Robert A. and Diana (Alves) Silva of Dartmouth, he had resided in Dartmouth before moving to New Bedford 18 years ago.
Robert was a graduate of Bristol Community College and U-Mass Dartmouth.
He was an ammunition and explosive leader with the Army National Guard.
Robert was a member of the Acushnet Lions Club, the Elks of Wareham, enjoyed traveling and was the king of jokes. He was a devoted friend to anyone in need.
Surviving in addition to his parents is a sister, Tammy Silva of Virginia Beach, VA and a brother, Jason Silva of San Diego, CA; several aunts, uncles, cousins and two godchildren.
His Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 9:30am in St. Julie Billiart Church, 494 Slocum Rd., Dartmouth followed by burial in St. John’s Cemetery. Visiting hours Friday 4-8pm in the Waring-Sullivan Home of Memorial Tribute at Dartmouth, 230 Russells Mills Rd., Dartmouth.
For online tributes please visit: www.waring-sullivan.com