Derek Manuel DeCosta Sr.

Derek Manuel DeCosta Sr. obituary, Pawtucket, RI

Derek Manuel DeCosta Sr.

Derek DeCosta Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Charles Coelho Funeral Home - Central Falls on Mar. 19, 2026.
Derek Manuel DeCosta, Sr., 50 of Pawtucket died suddenly on March 3, 2026, at Kent Hospital in Warwick due to injuries sustained in a car accident. He was the father of Derek Manuel DeCosta, Jr.

Derek was born in Pawtucket on July 16, 1975, son of the late Manuel and Ann (Keating) DeCosta. He worked as a construction worker for many years.

In addition to his son, Derek is survived by his brothers Kyle DeCosta and Koruy DeCosta. Along with his parents, he is also reunited with his sisters, the late Kristen DeCosta and Keri DeCosta.

All services will be private. Charles Coelho Funeral Home of Central Falls is in charge of arrangements.

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