Donald Arsene Jarvis

Donald Arsene Jarvis, 90 died peacefully at his home in Taunton MA on February 12, 2025; after a lengthy 
illness.  He was formerly a resident of Middleboro MA and Leesburg FL.  He is survived by his loving wife of 67 
years, Gwendolyn Jarvis,  3 cherished daughters; Judith Damon of Pocasset MA, Lorrie Jarvis of Taunton MA 
and Cheryl Sisson of Live Oaks, FL; 3 adored grandchildren; Ashley Damon, Brandon Damon and Carol 
Sisson; and 2 treasured great grandchildren; James Sisson and Jaxon Damon. 
 
Don was born in Adams on July 18, 1934.  He was the son of the late Arsene and Aurella Jarvis.  He is also 
survived by his brother Russell Jarvis and 3 sisters; Eleanor Schaffrick, Alice Szaldak and Joan 
Courtemanche; as well as several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his brother Bernard Jarvis 
and sister Dorothy Meunier 
 
He served in the army in the missile battalion in Texas and Germany.  He worked as a quality control 
representative for Pratt and Whitney Aircraft.  He was the proprietor of Tremont General Store in Wareham, 
proprietor of Benson Cabins and Mobile Home Park in Middleboro; and proprietor of West Bridgewater Liquor 
Store in West Bridgewater. 
 
Don loved gardening, woodworking, traveling, trips to the casino, dinners out and spending time with family.   
 
Visiting hours will be Monday, February 24, 2025 from 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. followed by a service at 4:30 in the 
O’Neill Funeral Home, 59 Peirce St (corner of School Street) Middleboro. 
 
 

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