Ernest J. Santos, 86, of Westport passed away on Sunday, April 8, 2018, at St. Anne’s Hospital.  He was the husband of the late Lydia J. (Rose) Santos.

Born in Westport, son of the late Manuel and Alida (Samson) Santos, he was a lifelong resident of Westport. He worked for 31 years at Revere Copper and Brass until his retirement. 

Mr. Santos was a communicant of St. John the Baptist Church, Westport. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He loved all things outdoors, especially cutting wood and working in the garden. 

Survivors include a son, James M. Santos of Brockton; two daughters, Susan J. Elias of Westport and Sharon L. Vitale and her husband Paul of Ashland, Mass; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was brother of the late Robert Santos.

Funeral services were Tuesday, April 17, from the Potter Funeral Home, 81 Reed Road., Westport, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Baptist Church, Westport. Interment in Beech Grove Cemetery, Westport.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Meals on Wheels, Bristol Elder Services, 1 Father DeValles Blvd., Unit 8, Fall River, MA 02723.

For directions or to sign the on-line guest book, visit www.potterfuneralservice.com.