Bento S. Rapoza Jr. Obituary
We bid farewell to Bento S. Rapoza Jr. of Fall River, Massachusetts, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 28, 2025 at the age of 82. Bento touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bento S. Rapoza Jr. to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Bento had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Bento may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bento Rapoza and Marceline "Nancy" Rapoza (Vital). He is survived by: his son Matthew Rapoza; his siblings, Richard Rapoza of Tiverton and Nancy Hopkins (William) of Hudson, MA; his niece Tracey Frietas; his nephew Billy Hopkins (Betsy); and his great-nieces and great-nephews, Jordan, Hayden, Michael and Nick.
Visitation will be held on Monday, May 5th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home (1521 N Main St, Fall River, MA 02720). A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, May 5th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the Espirito Santo Church (311 Alden St, Fall River, MA 02723). A burial will be held on Monday, May 5th 2025 at the Saint Patrick's Cemetery (2233 Robeson St, Fall River, MA 02720).
