Obituary: John A. Silva

John A. Silva, at 91

It is with deep sorrow that we announce that Dr. John A. Silva of Hull passed away on May 1, 2025 at the age of 91. He was the devoted husband of Mary Jane (Loiacono) Silva. Father of Deborah, John, and Paul Silva, and stepfather of Laurie, Danny, Teri, and John, and the late Wendy Finn.

Born in New Bedford, Dr. Silva served in the United States Navy for four years and retired from the United States Army as lieutenant colonel after 19 years. Dr. Silva attended Georgetown University, where he received his DDS and set up his practice in Hull for many years until joining the VA and becoming chief of dental in West Hartford, Connecticut, and went on to become a dental professor at the University of Connecticut and chief dental in Marion, Indiana. Upon his moving back to Hull, Dr. Silva became very involved in town politics, serving on the board of selectmen and school committee and as town moderator, and was active in the Hull Lions Club, coaching Little League, VFW, Knights of Columbus, and the parish council at St. Ann’s Church, where he was also a lector and CCD teacher. Dr. Silva had a familiar and friendly face and a great personality. He was well known for his interests  in sports and politics, but always made time for laughs with his quick wit. He never ceased to make time to show how deeply passionate he was about his family and friends. He will be truly missed by those whose lives he touched and the love he bestowed on all.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family on Saturday, May 10, from 9:30 to 10:30 in St. Mary’s Parish in St. Ann’s Church, immediately followed by a funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Dr. Silva may be made to St. Mary’s Parish, 208 Samoset Ave., Hull, MA 02045. Arrangements were completed by the Keohane Funeral Home. Visit www.keohane.com for online condolences.