"Deepest Sympathy to the family . He always had a smile wonderful man. My prayers & thoughts go out to you all. Rest in peace Buster ? Joyce Rolfe (Soares) "
In loving memory of
Alan Jesse Souza
November 15, 1959 - November 12, 2023
Portsmouth, RI - Alan "Buster" Jesse Souza, 63, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died peacefully at home on November 12, 2023. He was the husband of Joanne (Reynolds) Souza. Born in Newport, RI on November 15, 1959, He was the son of Jesse and Angela (Providente) Souza. Alan worked for Town of Portsmouth Public Works as an equipment operator for 28 years. During his career he enjoyed 4 of those years as the public works foreman on Prudence Island. After his retirement in October 2013, he spent three years working at Green Valley Country Club as a green's keeper, and another three years with the RI Turnpike & Bridge Authority.
Outside of work, Buster was always busy, a social guy, he was out and about visiting friends and family, helping out with anything that was asked of him. He was also a classic car buff, most recently caring for a 1968 Chevy Pickup. Since he was a young man, he adored the Pittsburgh Steelers and was as dedicated a fan as you would meet. He enjoyed the Boston Red Sox through the ups and downs, and enjoyed watching boxing and wrestling.
Always busy, he worked out at the ICON Boxing Gym in Bristol and then was a member of the Swansea YMCA where he continued his boxing training, and he developed a great group of friends. Buster enjoyed all kinds of music, especially Alice Cooper, and when he finally sat down at home, he relaxed with the movie classics, especially with Clint Eastwood and John Wayne.
Buster loved life, and appreciated everything he had, especially his family. He is survived by his wife of 39 years Joanne and his children Brian Souza and Michelle Souza both of Portsmouth. He also leaves five sisters, Sharon Botelho (George) of Newport, RI, Barbara Gonsalves of Bristol, RI, Diane Carlson (James) of Bradenton, FL, Pamela Kane (Sean) of Portsmouth, RI, and Christine Mercier (Roger) of Little Compton, RI, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Alan is preceded in death by his parents and his brothers-in-law Michael Gonsalves, James B. Reynolds, and Francis M. Reynolds.
Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 3:00-6:00pm at Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Road, Portsmouth. Funeral services will be on Sunday, November 19 at 12:30pm in the Connors Funeral Home.
Donations in his memory may be made to the Swansea YMCA, 271 Sharps Lot Road, Swansea, MA 02777.
Online tribute at www.memorialfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Joanne and family. Our sincerest condolences for your loss. Alan was always such a help to me while he was working for DPW. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jack and Madeleine Pencak"
"Joanne and Family, My sincerest condolences for your loss. I remember Alan as being such a nice guy. It was always so nice to run into him from time to time over the years. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time."
"Dear Joanne and family. So sorry for your great loss. Buster always knew how to make you laugh. He had stopped by Piney?s house while he was in the neighborhood when we were home for the summer. It was great to see him. He will be missed. "
"Skip and Sabina Silvia We are so sad to hear of Buster's passing, what a great guy he was! Alan worked with my father over on Prudence Island. After my father passed Alan was one of the first to check in on me to see how I was. I will never forget his kindness and the respect he had for others. He will be missed by many. Our condolences to Alan's family at this difficult time. God bless you all. "
"I was so sad to hear of Busters passing. I would always see him at all the usually venues..feasts ?3 angels fundraisers. Etc.. He was always so kind and would always ask me about my family. My deepest condolences to Joanne, Michelle & Brian . Diane Holdridge "
"The Mulligans loved "Buster" our neighbor, our friend. Best neighbor a family could ask for. RIP dear friend"
"We are very much saddened with the loss of a wonderful person. Our hearts go out to you all. We will always have fond and wonderful memories."
"i am deeply saddened, lots of great memories through all the many years. my sincere condolences to the entire family. God Bless "
"i am deeply saddened., lots of great memories through all the years, my sincere condolences to the entire family. im so sorry ,God Bless"
"My condolences to all of Busters family. I?m so sorry I will not be able to attend the services. You will all be in my prayers Sunday at Mass where I will light a candle for Buster. Cousin Lucille Barone Sauro"
"Joanne & Family/Siblings, Buster will be truly missed. I'd see him always out and about town. I'm so sorry for your loss."
"To The Entire Souza Family (Wife, Children, Siblings), We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with during this difficult time. We are left with fond, funny memories of Buster. One heck of a human being. Sincerely, Ray and Deb "
"Joanne, I?m so very sorry for the loss of your husband! I will keep Alan, you, and your children in my prayers!"
"Joanne so sorry for your loss. What a nice man . Always enjoyed seeing Alan at the office. "
"Michelle, Patti and I are so sad to hear this sad news. Are deepest condolences to you and the family. "
"Joanne Brian and Michelle Swap meets and Nick's hot dogs won't be the same without Buster. We were always together. "
"Joanne, Michelle, and Brian we are so sorry for your loss. So many ?Buster? memories, such a great friend. We will miss him greatly. Our deepest condolences, Scott and Elaine."
"Joanne and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband/father. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Linda Cotta. "
"Joanne, Michelle, and Brian, we are all so heartbroken for you. Alan was such a fun guy and always smiling. Lean on us, your family, and your friends if you need anything. Love you all."