West Wareham - Joseph P. Miranda, Sr., 86, of West Wareham passed away with his family at his side at his home in West Wareham on Saturday, January 21, 2023.  He was born in New Bedford the son of the late John and Rose (Martin) Miranda.

He attended Bridgewater Public Schools and worked for many years as a Security Supervisor in the Healthcare Industry.  He loved to reminisce, listen to music and held a black belt in Judo.

He is survived by his wife Rosemary (Smith) Miranda of Fall River and his children: Dana Lesueur of CA, Cheryl Nolan (Robert) of Hanson, Loretta Gomes (Mike) of Middleborough, John Miranda and (Christine) of Hanson, Michael Miranda(Erika) of Marion, Scott Miranda (Annemarie) of New Hampshire.  Brother of Richard Miranda, Ruth Silva, Linda Jones and Marie Pina.  He was also survived by 25 grandchildren and many great grandchildren, relatives and friends.

He was the father of the late Joseph P. Miranda, Jr. and brother of the late Olive Silva, Shirley Silva, Doris LeMar, Inez Rose, Mary Barbosa and Barbara Vaz.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023,10:00 AM in the Evangelical Zion Church 2239 Cranberry Highway, West Wareham, MA 02576

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