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Theresa Costa Obituary

COSTA, THERESA C., 84, of Davis Street, died October 20, 2007 at RI Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Manuel Costa.

She was born in Bristol, on March 20, 1923, the daughter of the late Antonio and Nevina (Marabello) Cupolo. She worked as an assembler for Catamore Jewelry for 10 years.

Besides her husband of 53 years, she is survived by her children; Ken Costa and Stephen Costa both of Riverside and 5 grandchildren. She is survived by her siblings; Philomena Puniello, Susie Dias and John Cupolo all of Bristol. She was the sister of the late Alice Cadile and Rita St. Onge.

The funeral will be held on Wednesday at 7:45AM from the REBELLO FUNERAL HOME, 901 Broadway, East Providence, RI. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9AM in St. Dominic's Church, 1277 Grand Army Highway, Swansea, MA. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday from 4-8PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 931 Jefferson Blvd., Ste 3004, Warwick, RI 02886 Online condolences: www.rebellofuneralhome.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Oct. 22, 2007.

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David Cupolo

October 22, 2007

Dear Uncle Manny, Kenny, Steven and families,
We want to offer my condolences and love to you all. Aunt Theresa was loved by all of us, and holds a warm place in our hearts. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Much Love,
Dave and Melissa Cupolo

Jenn Cupolo

October 22, 2007

Aunt Theresa was such a loving, kind person. I hope your loss is eased by the knowledge that she touched many lives in only loving ways. She was a dear aunt to Rob who must be so happy to be able to embrace her once again. With loving thoughts, Jenn

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