Costa --- Joao S. of West Roxbury, July 25, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Alcinda (Oliviera) Costa. Loving father of Jane and her husband David Gauthier of Walpole, James Costa and his wife Harriett of Dedham, Anthony Costa of West Roxbury and the late Carlos and John Costa. Cherished grandfather of Gregg Gauthier and his wife Christine of North Easton and Sarah Kirschmeyer of Medford. Great grandfather of Hannah and Aidan Gauthier. Devoted brother of the late Jose Costa, Adriano Costa, Lourdes Costa and Idalinda Costa. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Robert J. Lawler and Crosby Funeral Home 1803 Centre St., West Roxbury, on Saturday, July 30, at 9:00am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Theresa of Avila church at 10:00am. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours in the Funeral home on Friday from 4:00 to 8:00pm. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Joao's memory to La Salette Shrine, 947 Park St., Attleboro, MA 02703 www.lawlerfuneralhome.com Lawler and Crosby Funeral Home 617-323-5600