Born in Fall River, the son of the late John A. and Mary (Sylvia) Costa, he was a lifelong resident of the city.
Mr. Costa worked for JJ Corrugated Box for many years and Duro Finishing for several years. A United States Army Veteran he served during the Korean War and was a member of the National Guard for 17 years. He was a member of the “Over the Hill Gang”.
He is survived by his three children Robert A. Costa, Sr. and his wife Nancy of Fall River, Susan Cory and her husband William Anctil of Swansea and Christine Costa of Fall River; seven grandchildren: Jennifer Rego, Robert Costa, Jr., Katherine and Nicholas Costa, Kerri A. Moniz, Jacob W. and Laura Lee Anctil; two great grandchildren Kherington Moniz and Amalia Rego and many nieces and nephews. He was grandfather of the late Thomas J. Costa and brother of the late Eileen LaFleur. He also leaves many close friends in Tamarac, Florida.
His funeral will be held Thursday, April 5, 2012 at 9AM from the WARING-SULLIVAN HOME OF MEMORIAL TRIBUTE AT CHERRY PLACE, 178 Winter St. followed by Prayers of Commendation at 10AM in Immaculate Conception Church, 15 Thomas St. Fall River. Visiting hours Wednesday 5-8 PM. Contributions in his honor may be made to We Love Children 262 North Marion St., Fall River, MA 02723. Burial in Oak Grove Cemetery.