Paul T. Raposa, age 62 of Somerset, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. Paul was the beloved husband of Debra (Deuso) Raposa and the son of Maria Lydia (Silvia) Raposa, and the late George Raposa.

Paul was a proud U.S. Marine Corp veteran, having served in Grenada during Operation Urgent Fury. He was also an active member of the LCpl John Van Gyzen Det.1285 Marine Corp League of Somerset. Paul had worked several years for the Somerset Water Department as both a laborer and a heavy equipment operator. In his free time, Paul enjoyed doing woodworking and various types of carpentry. He was the proud owner of his 1968 Corvette, and enjoyed tossing back an ice cold beer while listening to his favorite music.

In addition to his wife Debbie and mother Lydia, Paul was the father of Cheyenne Raposa, Joshua Deuso, and the late Jacob "Bike1" Raposa all of Somerset; the brother of Donna Raposa (companion Antonio Ferreira), Debbie McHugh (companion Tom Gouker), and the late Robert Raposa; cherished grandfather of Autumn Zanchelli and Colin Jackson; the godfather of Joseph McHugh; and the uncle to several nieces & nephews.

In lieu of flower's, memorial donations may be made in Paul's memory to LCpl John Van Gyzen Det.1285 Marine Corp League, 265 High St., Somerset, MA

Following cremation, Paul's Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 from 5-8 p.m. with US Marine Corp Funeral Honors to be rendered at 7:00 p.m. at the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home, 1521 N. Main St., Fall River.