Dennis “Danny” Teves Costa, age 82 of Fall River passed away September 4, 2014 with his family by his side. He was the husband of Pat (Danis) Costa and son of the late Augustine Teves Costa and Mary Jo (Albino) Costa. Prior to retiring, Dennis worked in the maintenance dept. of Charlton Memorial Hospital for about 17 years, and previously at E.R. Sieminski Construction of Westport. He was a lifetime member of the Fall River Elks, Lodge 118, a parishioner of St. Joseph Church, and he enjoyed gardening, fishing, visiting Foxwoods, playing the lottery and spending time with his grandchildren. He and Pat celebrated 50 years of marriage in June, 2014.
Besides his wife, he is survived by daughter Debra Padula (husband Christopher M.) of Somerset; his brother Paul Costa of Fall River; grandchildren Christopher J. and Kayla E. Padula, sister in law: Judith Evans of Swansea and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Geraldine Alves and Rosemarie Mello.
His funeral will take place from the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC. 1521 N. Main St., Fall River MONDAY at 9:00 A.M. with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Church at 10:00 A.M. Calling hours SUNDAY 4:00-7:00 P.M. Memorial contributions can be made in Dennis’ memory to the charity of your choice. www.rogersfuneral.com