Arthur Silva, 83, of Wareham, died August 16 in Tobey Hospital after a brief illness. He was the son of the late Mary J. Silva.

He was born in Newark, NJ and lived in Dartmouth and then Wareham for 20 years.

Mr. Silva attended Dartmouth High School.

Mr. Silva worked for K Trucking in Wareham where he was employed for the last 15 years as a driver. He loved driving throughout the east coast and was most happy while working.

Survivors include 14 children, many grandchildren and friends.

At his request, there will be no services.

Arrangements are by the Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 2599 Cranberry Hwy., Wareham. For more info and online guestbook, visit: www.ccgfuneralhome.com.