Joseph Eduardo Raposa, 69, passed away on February 25, 2020 at home.
Born in Rabo de Peixe,St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of the late Antonio Ferreira Raposa and Virginia (Macedo) Raposa. He is survived by his son Michael Raposa of Bristol. He was the brother of Walter Fox of Bristol, Virginia Fox of Cape Cod and the late Lindaura Pires and John Raposa. He was the uncle of Wilson Fox, Nelson Fox, Ashley Fox and Vasco Pires.
Mr. Raposa was educated in Portugal and employed by J. H. Lynch & Sons for 40 years before retiring.
His funeral services will be held Friday February 28th, 10 AM from the George Lima Funeral Home 367 High Street with a Mass of Christian Burial, 11 AM at St. Elizabeth’s Church 577 Wood Street. Burial will be private.
Calling hours are Thursday 4-8 PM.
Donations in his memory may be made to: Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice 1184 East Main Road, Portsmouth RI 02871.
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