Obituary
James (Jimmy) Sousa, age 55 of Tampa, Florida of Norton, Massachusetts and Mansfield, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly at home on May 12, 2025.
Born in Attleboro, Massachusetts on December 29, 1969, he was a lovely son of Carol (Sousa) Rei of The Villages, Florida and the late Norman Sousa of Punta Gorda, Florida.
Jimmy grew up in Norton and Mansfield where he received his early education and later attended culinary school in Florida. Where he worked as a cook. He then had a detailing business working on yachts and cars.
Jimmy loved his family. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his sister Cynthia (Cindy) Sousa-Sinos and her husband Christos Sinos and her daughter Solene Sparks of New Hampshire and Greece. His oldest daughter, Kayla Sousa of Jacksonville, Florida, his two younger daughters, Destiny Sousa of Michigan and Hayley Sousa of Michigan and her son and his grandson Weston. Also his Uncle Robert Rei of Norton, Ma, his aunts, nephews, nieces and cousins. He will be sadly missed but finally at peace.
A Celebration of Life Mass will be held on Saturday morning, June 21, at 11:00 in St. Mary’s Church, 1 Power St., Norton, MA, 02766, with refreshments to follow.
Arrangements entrusted with BALDWIN BROTHERS Funeral & Cremation Society-Spanish Springs, 352-430-1449. Sentiments are encouraged at www.baldwincremation.com.
Rest in peace baby brother
Love Gina
Dear Dad,
Im so thankful for all the memories you gave me. You were my greatest teacher. You taught me to swim at 3, drive at 5, play spades at 8, parallel park at 12, and so many other things. I know every Bon Jovi song and I can hear you singing along. Remember when you stole my Rihanna CD because you were bumping it in the miniman van? I do. I remember everything. I remember when you said I couldn't hold your hand in public anymore because I was getting too old- I wish I could hold you now. I remember how bad I would cry anytime I left you. Now those tears seem miniscule in comparison to you leaving me. Im sorry for all the struggles of life. You were a warrior and fought the battle bravely. I hope you have found some peace finally. Im very proud of the progress you made. You were a great dad and I never doubted your love. I am happy to have you with me always now. I hope you're watching; the girls and I will continue to make you proud. I love you always and forever.
Kayla Mary Sousa
Rest in Paradise, Jimmy.
Merry-