SOMERSET - James R. Costa Sr., age 79 of Somerset, peacefully passed away on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023 in the comforts of his home, with his loving family by his side. Born on Sep. 17, 1943 in Fall River, James was the beloved husband of Jacqueline T. Costa, and the son of the late Frank R. Costa Sr. and the late Rose (Sousa) Costa.

James retired from the Fall River Police Dept. with the rank of Sergeant. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran, having served during the Vietnam War. James was a Communicant of Our Lady of Peace Parish at St. Patrick's Church, Somerset, and a member of the F.R. Police Relief Association. He was a published writer and made custom wooden pens, using various kinds of wood.

In addition to his beloved wife, Jacqueline, James is survived by his 3 children: Lorieann Rego Costa (husband Barry Donovan) of Lakeville, MA, Tracy Ann Rego Costa (fiancé David Warren) of Fall River, MA, and James R. Costa Jr. of Warren, RI; 4 grandchildren: Branden R. St. Martin, Ashley M. St. Martin, James Alexander III, and Nicholas C. Alexander; 2 great grandsons: Trevor J. St. Martin and Tayten J. St. Martin; several nieces & nephews. James was predeceased by all of his siblings.

Following Cremation, James' funeral will take place from the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home, 1521 N. Main St., Fall River on Saturday, March 11, 2023 with Visitation from 8:30-9:30 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass in Our Lady of Peace Parish at St. Patrick's Church, South St., Somerset at 10:00 A.M. To offer words of sympathy to the family, please go to www.rogersfuneral.com.