In Taunton, October 8, 2013 Joseph F. Costa Jr. Age 82 passed away in Morton Hospital following a brief illness, while surrounded by his loving family. Joseph was the husband of the late Elaine M. (Hommel) Costa. He was born in Cambridge, the son of the late Joseph F. & Helen (Foster) Costa. He was educated in Cambridge schools. Joseph served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Air Force. Joseph was the owner of Rose’s Used Auto Parts in Raynham and J & T Auto Salvage in Assonet. He enjoyed discussing politics, his work and his family. Joseph is survived by his children Joseph Costa and his wife Sherrie of Raynham, Thomas Costa of Alabama, Christopher Costa of Raynham and Elaine Coppola and her husband John of Raynham. His grandsons Vincent and Anthony Coppola of Raynham. Joseph was also the last surviving of his four siblings. Funeral from the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton, MA 02780 on Saturday, October 12th at 9 am. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Ann’s Church in Raynham at 10 am. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours on Friday from 4-7 pm. Burial will be in family lot in Pleasant St. Cemetery in Raynham.