Manuel Silvia Jr., 80, of Bristol, died Sunday, November 15, 2015 at Pine Grove Nursing Home.

Manuel was the husband of the late Jean Fitzpatrick.

Born in Bristol, a son of the late Manuel Silvia and Eliza (McGrail) Silvia.

He worked in the distribution center for USPS for over 30 years, and he was an Airman first class in the USAF.

He leaves one sister, Eleanor Jensen of Warren and a niece Lisa Benevides of North Dighton, MA. He also leaves a niece and two nephews. He was the brother to the late Lorraine Bifulco.

A Graveside service, with military honors, will be held Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 9:00 am in St. Mary of the Bay Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services. www.wjsmithfh.com