John E. Veiga Obituary (1920

LOWELL John E. Veiga, 92, a lifelong resident of Lowell, passed away on December 11, 2012 at his home in the company of his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Annette (Torcomian) Veiga to whom he has been happily married for 61 years. He was born in Lowell on May 25, 1920, and was a son of the late Louis E. and Maria E. (Mendonca) Veiga. A machinist by trade, John worked at Abbott Worsted Mills as a young man, continuing his career with Bemis Brothers Bag Company in Pepperell until his retirement in 1985. He loved the outdoors, enjoying the ocean, camping, and fishing with his family. He was also an avid gardener and for several years raised honey bees. He was an ingenious problem solver and jack of all trades. He was a kind and gentle man with a keen sense of humor. In addition to his loving wife, John is survived by his sons; Robert J. Veiga and his wife Jane M. of Concord, NH, and Tory M. Veiga and his wife Pamela A. of Hollis, NH; 6 grandchildren; Brent, Justin, Kristen, Lindsey, Carly, and Michael Veiga. He also leaves his sister Alice Ritchotte and niece Michelle Ritchotte both of Lowell. He was the brother of the late Rosemary Veiga. Visiting hours will be on Friday from 9 to 11 am at the BLAKE FUNERAL HOME, 24 Worthen St., CHELMSFORD. His Funeral Service will begin at 11 oclock. Interment in Westlawn II Cemetery in Lowell. For those who desire, donations in Johns memory may be made to the VNA of Middlesex-East, 607 North Ave., Suite 17, Wakefield, MA 01880. Visitation December 14, 2012 9:00am - 11:00am, Blake Funeral Home 24 Worthen Street Chelmsford, MA 01824 Service Information December 14, 2012 11:00am, Blake Funeral Home 24 Worthen Street Chelmsford, MA 01824 Interment Location Westlawn II Cemetery Boston Road/Spencer Street Lowell, MA