Veterans Association of Bristol County

09/01/2026

Improved access to food and supportive services can make a meaningful difference for veterans and their families. A $50,000 grant from our Foundation will support interior improvements to the Veterans Association of Bristol County Veterans Association of Bristol County’s new Service Center in Fall River, helping expand access to meals, pantry services, clothing, and other essential resources. Learn more: https://ow.ly/a7SB50ZCvfL

08/31/2026

TODAY!! 4:30pm to 6:00pm our weekly peer group will be gathering here at the VABC 755 Pine Street Fall River Open to ALL VETERANS AND FIRST RESPONDERS Please join us and get some of that baggage off your chest. #988

08/31/2026

Semper Fi Paul, Godspeed.

Paul T. Raposa, age 62 of Somerset, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. Paul was the beloved husband of Debra Deuso Raposa and the son of Maria Lydia Silvia Raposa, and the late George Raposa. Paul was a proud U.S. Marine Corp veteran,

08/31/2026

Our thoughts are with your family and friends during this time of loss, you were a true gentleman. Godspeed.

Bruce E. Masterson, age 98 of Fall River, peacefully passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026 in the comforts of his home with his loving family by his side. Born in Bristow, OK, Bruce was the husband of Katherine Viveiros Masterson and the son of the late Louis Virginia Bruce

08/27/2026

Rest in Peace sir....Godspeed. Our thoughts are with your family and friends during this difficult time.

View James Joseph Faris Jr's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/25/2026

May you be at eternal rest RJ....we certainly miss you here at the VABC. A true gentleman....Godspeed Sir, until we meet again.

We are asking veterans and members of the public to join us in giving him the proper send-off and final respects he deserves.

If you are able to attend, please consider joining us to honor RJ and ensure that he is not alone as he is laid to rest.

Details:
When: Thursday 8/27/26
Location: Departing South Coast Funeral Home at 8:20 am
Internment: Bourne National Cemetery at 9:20

Please share this post to help us spread the word and give RJ the respectful farewell he deserves.

View Robert Vonsee's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/24/2026

PEER GROUP today....open to any first responders and veterans/active military. Come join us and get some of that stuff off your chest.... #988

08/24/2026

Attention to all our local businesses/companies....SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES are still available and closing on Friday.....Help us help our veterans by being a sponsor for our amazing show....lots of great opportunities to get your business shown off by us!!
https://veteransassociationofbristolcounty-bloom.kindful.com/e/annual-car-show-

08/19/2026

When Chewy and Manny are out cruising the neighborhood, Chewy will be doing it in style with his brand-new BayCoast leash!

Thank you to BayCoast Mortgage for donating 75 leashes for the dogs of our veterans. We absolutely love seeing our veterans and their four-legged companions enjoying this thoughtful gift!

BayCoast continues to support our veterans and our mission in so many wonderful ways, and we are incredibly grateful for their generosity and continued partnership. ❤️🇺🇸

08/17/2026

THANK YOU Kennedy Confections on New Boston Rd here in Fall River for the amazing cake donation today!!! Perfect for our coffee social and dessert to go with our lunches!!!

www.kennedyconfections.co