Joseph B. Costa, 76, of Bristol and formerly Pawtucket, R.I. and Quincy, Mass., passed away on Aug. 28, 2021, at Rhode Island Hospital with his loving family by his side.

Born in Fall River, Mass., he was son of the late Angeline (Costa) and Manuel Costa, Jr. He was the brother of Julie Health and her companion John Charpentier of Cranston, R.I.; Richard Costa of Bristol, R.I.; and David Costa of Riverside, R.I. Joe was the loving uncle of Audra and Rachel Costa.  He was predeceased by his brother-in-law, Everett Heath, and sisters-in-law, Marilyn Costa and Evelyn Roberts.

Joe served honorably in the U.S. Air Force. He worked at Massachusetts General Hospital as a unit coordinator for over 30 years. He also worked for the Shriners Burn Institute.

Calling hours will be held Friday, Sept. 3, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the George Lima Funeral Home, 367 High St., Bristol, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth’s Church, 577 Wood St. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to: Massachusetts General Hospital, 125 Nashua St., Suite 540, Boston MA  02114.

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