FALL RIVER – John B. Costa Jr., age 71 of Fall River, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Sep. 1, 2018 at St. Anne’s Hospital. He was the son of the late John B. & Olivia (De Costa) Costa Sr. and the former husband of Nancy (Tavares) Costa. Prior to retiring, John had worked for the Diocese of Fall River as a laborer at St. Patrick’s Cemetery. John loved to go fishing and be on the water.
He is survived by his son: Mark J. Costa of Fall River; and his 2 granddaughters: Chelsea & Kayla Costa.
His funeral service will take place in the Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home, Inc. 1521 N. Main S. Fall River on Thursday, September 6, 2018 at 10:15 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Fall River. Calling hours Wednesday, September 5, 2018 from 6-8 P.M. www.rogersfuneral.com.