Jason Adam Raposa

Jason Adam Raposa, age 77, of Ocean View, Delaware formerly of New Castle, passed to be with the Lord and his late wife Debbie on Friday, October 23, 2026.

Jason served in the Army during the Vietnam era and was very proud to be of service to his country. He worked as a driver for DART Paratransit and drove school buses and beach resort shuttles. He also owned his own lawn care business in the Ocean View area for several years. While living in New Castle, Jason attended the Free Will Baptist Church. Jason enjoyed watching boxing. He had a great sense of humor and was known for always having a joke or two to share. He loved to make people laugh and so loved the many dogs that he had throughout his life.

Jason was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Debbie Raposa in 2025; his son, Walter Raposa; his brother, Ron Raposa and his parents Joseph and Mary Raposa.

Jason is survived by his brother, Bob Raposa (Lisa); son, John Raposa (Rita); daughter, Tina Casalvera; grandson, JJ Raposa (Valerie); several great grandchildren (Walter, Ryder, Aria and Wesley); nephew, Joseph Raposa (Desiray) & niece Rebecca Constantini (Mike) and also his beloved dog, Daisy.

Funeral Services will be at 11 am on Monday, November 2 at NICHOLS-GILMORE FUNERAL HOME, 212 East Justis St. Newport, DE19804where visitation will begin at 10 am. Burial will follow in Gracelawn Memorial Park.

Contributions in Jason's memory may be made to Faithful Friends, https://faithfulfriends.us/donate/