Joseph Souza, age 86 a lifelong resident of Fall River. Passed away July 15, 2008. Husband of Catherine A. (Martin) Sousa. Born in Fall River, son of the late Nicholas & Maria Souza & Step-Son of the late Mary (Pimental) Souza. He was a member of St. Michael Church & a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran of WW II. Before retiring, he was the Proprietor of Bridge Bait & Tackle Shop on Lindsey St. Fall River.
Besides his wife, he is survived by 1 Son: Joseph G. Souza & wife Terry of Somerset; 2 Grandchildren: Kyle & Geoffrey Souza & Several nieces and nephews. He was brother of the late Manuel Sousa & Christina Ferreira.
His funeral will take place from the Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home, 1521 N. Main St. on Friday at 8:00 A.M. followed by a funeral mass in St. Michael Church at 9:00 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick Cemetery. Calling hours Thursday 5-8 P.M.