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John A. Silvia

6/12/1931 - 8/11/2026

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Obituary For John A. Silvia

John A. Silvia, 95, of Bristol passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. He was the husband of Ann (DiMascio) Silvia for 67 years before his passing.

Born in Bristol, RI, he was the son of the late Antone and Isabel Silvia.

John served in the Rhode Island National Guard 1949-1991. He was a member of the C Battery of the 1/103 Field Artillery. He was a proud member of the American Legion. He was also a member of the Guards of Thunder for many years. He was also a member of the Providence Marine Corps Artillery. He eagerly awaited his weekly Saturday Morning Breakfast Club with his military comrades, who know who they are, every week.

In addition to his wife Ann, he also leaves behind his daughter: Donna Costello (Michael); and his sister: Alice St. John; and his many friends.

He was predeceased by his son John, his parents and his siblings: Betty, Cecil, and Tony.

Funeral arrangements are through Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren, RI where the family will receive condolences on Friday, August 21, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. A Memorial Service will begin at 12:00 PM at Smith Funeral & Memorial Services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name can be made to Disabled Veterans National Foundation.

Services

21 Aug

Visitation

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

WJSmith Funeral Home Warren, RI 02885 Get Directions »
21 Aug

Memorial

12:00 PM

WJSmith Funeral Home Warren, RI 02885 Get Directions »
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  • 08/19/2026

    Joseph Diniz

    My deepest condolences to the Silvia family. He was one of the first member of the RI guard I met when I joined in 1979. John was true gentleman and soldier, may you rest in peace. CSM (Ret). Joseph Diniz

  • 08/18/2026

    Susan DiMascio

    Auntie Ann sincere condolences you for Uncle John's recent passing. May his rest easy in God's eternal peace.🕊️Both me and Gino wish you comfort in the days and weeks ahead with remembrances of his life and memories you shared together. Sincerely Gino & Susan DiMascio

  • 08/18/2026

    SSG Alfred R. Lamothe

    He was a great person and it was an honor to have served with him in the RI Army National Guards. God Bless and may he rest in peace.

  • 08/18/2026

    SSG Alfred R. Lamothe

  • 08/18/2026

    Major Denis Coffey

    My deepest sympathies to John's family. I was young second lieutenant the last 2 years of his military career. He treated me with respect (and busted chops!) and I treated him with respect. As he continued to serve in the Guards of Thunder I would see him at the Metacom Armory all the time, he always stopped to say hello. He was a kind gentle soul to those who served with him, especially junior officers willing to listen and learn. Play The Game! Fight To Win! May he Rest In Peace.

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