SOMERSET – Joseph C. Travis Jr., age 82, a longtime resident of Somerset, passed away peacefully on Sat., Nov. 19, 2022 in the comforts of his home with his beloved family by his side. Born in Fall River, Joe was the beloved husband of 63 yrs. to Barbara A. (Viera) Travis, and the son of the late Joseph C. & Laura (Botelho) Travis Sr.

Prior to retiring, Joe worked for the Commonwealth of MA as a Social Worker for over 40 years. During his retirement, Joe worked as a Funeral Assistant for Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home for several years, assisting with funerals and greeting many families when working wakes. He was better known as (Lil Joe) by his funeral work family. Joe was a kind, sweet, and loyal man with a funny sense of humor and a great smile. Joe enjoyed being outside, working in his yard, planting flowers & spending time with his family, especially attending his grandchildren's sporting events. He will be sadly missed by all.

In addition to his wife Barbara, Joe is survived by his daughter; Pam (Travis) Kennedy (husband Mark) of Somerset, and his son; Tim Travis (wife Gloria) of Tiverton, 4 grandchildren; Ryan & Nicholas Kennedy, Samantha & Brady Travis, a great grandson; Brayden Kennedy, and 2 nephews & 1 niece. Joe was the brother of the late Dolores Marie Platt and Helen Schofield.

The family would like to thank the entire staff of Bristol Hospice, especially Nicole, for the loving care provided to Joe during the last few months of his life. The kindness & love they all showed will never be forgotten.

Joe's funeral will take place from the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home, 1521 N. Main St., Fall River on Saturday, Nov. 26 ^th here at 9:00 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. John of God Church at 10:00 A.M. Interment in Notre Dame Cemetery. Calling hours on Friday, Nov. 25 ^th from 4-7 P.M. Flowers are welcome, or donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. To offer words of sympathy to the family, please go to www.rogersfuneral.com .