Arthur W Telles Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 14, 2026 in Wareham, Massachusetts

Arthur W Telles Jr.

July 10, 1940 - January 14, 2026 (85 years old)

Wareham, Massachusetts

Arthur W Telles Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 14, 2026 in Wareham, Massachusetts

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Arthur W Telles Jr.

July 10, 1940 - January 14, 2026 (85 years old)

Wareham, Massachusetts

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Arthur W Telles Jr. Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Arthur W Telles Jr. of Wareham, Massachusetts, born in East Boston, Massachusetts, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Arthur left this world on January 14, 2026 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Arthur W. Telles, Sr. and Geraldine R. Telles (Larsen). He is survived by: his wife Joan M. Telles (Covell); his son Christopher Telles; his granddaughter Kayla; his great grandchild Ariana; his daughter Melanie Lawhorne (Dennis); his grandchildren, Caroline, Cameron and James; his daughter Beth Ann Salemme (Christopher); his grandchildren, Liliana, Lainey, Ashley Telles (Billy), Quintin and Liam; his daughter Courtney Tronca (Derek); his granddaughter Adaline; and his siblings, Judy Gray, Roberta Delorie and George Telles. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Donations in Arthur's memory may be made to the hospice agency that cared for him, Southcoast Health at Home (https://www.southcoast.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Chapman Family Funeral Homes



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January 21, 2026

Frank Walsh lit a candle

“I will miss you Art. You have been a good friend, teammate and shipmate. May you have fair winds and following seas on your journey home. Frank Walsh”


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January 17, 2026

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“Rest in peace good friend!!!”


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Tue

Jan 27

Visitation

Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Wareham
2599 Cranberry Hwy, Wareham, MA 02571

Wed

Jan 28

Funeral service

Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Wareham
2599 Cranberry Hwy, Wareham, MA 02571

Wed

Jan 28

Burial

St. Patrick's Cemetery
29 Tihonet Rd, Wareham, MA 02571

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