Antonio “Tony” J. Chaves, 91, of Yarmouthport, passed away Thursday, September 1, 2016 in Wingate At Brewster. He was the husband of Pauline L. (Boeske) Chaves for 69 years. Son of the late Arthur A. and Carmelina (Fernandes) Chaves; Tony was born and raised in Hudson, MA and was a graduate of Wentworth Institute. A Navy Veteran of World War II, he was recipient of two Purple Hearts and plank owner of the U.S.S. Belleauwood CVL24. A resident of Yarmouth since 1957, he worked as a builder, constructing many homes in Yarmouth and Great Island, along with the Flamingo Motel in Dennisport. He was a member of U.S. Power Squadron, Cummaquid Golf Club and Howard Masonic Lodge. His hobbies included being an avid fisherman and golfer. In addition to his wife, Tony is survived by his children, Robert A. Chaves & his wife, Marcia, of Mashpee, Barry A. Chaves & his wife, Glenora, of Sheldonville and Jane L. Hart & her husband, Donald, of South Chesterfield, VA; his sister, Esther Medeiros of California; and Seven Grandchildren & Seven Great-Grandchildren. Besides his parents, he is predeceased by his sisters, Arminda Ferreira, Anne Agusto, Mary Klein and Adeline Medeira. A Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 7th at 9:30AM, followed by a Memorial Service at 10:30AM, in the Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave, South Yarmouth, MA. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Yarmouth Fire Department, 96 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth, MA 02664