Melissa A. Decosta

Melissa A. (Banville) DeCosta, 41, of Fall River, passed away Tuesday, June 19, 2018.

She was raised in Tiverton, RI and was a Tiverton High School graduate, following into a Certified Nurse's Aide in private home care. She was a breast cancer survivor and lived life to the fullest. She enjoyed adult coloring books. Melissa was a very strong independent woman who always enjoyed life to the fullest.

She was the beloved daughter of Robert P. Banville and Helen (Hoard) Banville; the cherished mother of Mackenzie Banville, Abbie Banville and Ethan DeCosta; the sister of Scott Banville; the companion of Jim Setser and the former wife of William DeCosta. She also leaves several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Her visitation will be held Thursday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a funeral service at 6:00 PM. Cremation to follow. Please omit flowers and consider donations to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284. Online guest book at AuclairFuneralHome.com.

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