Antone R. Branco, 70, of Fall River, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 17, 2021 following a long illness. Born in Agua Retorta, St. Michael, Azores, he was a son of the late Joao R. Branco and Belmira (Vieira) Branco.

Prior to his illness, he was a landscaper for many years. He loved gardening, cooking, baking, and his corvettes. But most notably, Antone was a kind man and devoted father to his two sons.

He leaves his son, Ryan Branco of Fall River; his sister, Mary Perry of Fall River; his two brothers, John Branco and his wife, Fatima, of Taunton, and Manuel Branco (late wife, Joanna) of Westport; and several nieces and nephews. He was also the father of the late Nicholas J. Branco.

His private funeral was held on Wednesday, December 22nd, with a committal service at St. Patrick Cemetery in Fall River.

Family members are always grateful for relatives and friends wishing to make in-person expressions of kindness and support. Being unable to do so at this time, all are urged to express sympathy online or by mail. To ensure that said condolences and/or sympathy cards reach the family, please always make sure that submissions online are made directly through the funeral home's website ( www.silvafaria.com ) and not through a third party. Thank you!