FALL RIVER- Francisco Braga Jr., 86, of 183 Kilburn Street, died Thursday, November 11th in St. Anne’s hospital, Fall River. He leaves his wife Adeline (Benevides) Braga of over 59 years, a son, Robert C. Braga of Fall River, a brother, Ceasar Braga, 2 sisters, Emily Cabral & Louise De Corpo both of Westport, 5 grandchildren, Robert Braga Jr., Francisco, Matthew, Amanda, & Emily Braga. He was the brother of the late John, Arthur, Amos, Duarte, Alfred Braga, Isabel Costa & Irene Kuros.
He was born in Fall River the son of the late Francisco and the late Irene (Duarte Rocha) Braga. He was a lifelong resident of Fall River. Prior to his retirement, he worked as a Warehouser at the Atlantic Terminals in Portsmouth, RI for over 40 years. He was a member of the Liberal Club of Fall River.
His funeral will be held Tuesday, November 15th at 8:00 AM from the Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home, 1521 North Main Street, Fall River, followed by a funeral mass at 9:00 AM in St. Michael Church, Essex Street, Fall River. Burial in Notre Dame Cemetery, Stafford Road, Fall River. Calling hours are Monday 5:00 - 9:00 PM.