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Margaret Kostelnik Obituary
Mrs. Kostelnik passed away Monday, July 27, 2015, at her home.
Born Oct. 12, 1954, in Cleveland, she had been a resident of Concord Township for the past 23 years.
She was a member of St. Mary's Church in Painesville and an active member of Greyhound Adoption of Ohio. Peggy loved her dogs and her horse. She also enjoyed going to their cabin near Pymatuning, where it was nice and peaceful.
Mrs. Kostelnik was a 27-year employee of the City of Willoughby, where she had been a secretary with the Community Development Department and the Airport Commission, Deputy Council Clerk, and the administrative assistant to Mayor Dave Anderson for the past four years.
She was the beloved wife of 23 years to William J. "Bill" Kostelnik; sister of Richard T. DeVan; sister-in-law of Melanie Clark, Tom (Linda) Kostelnik, Connie (Gerry) Theobald, John Kostelnik, Marla Trisler, Nancy McLaughlin, Patty (Kevin) Byrnes, Carol Hutchinson, Gail (Ken) Brugh, Kenny Kostelnik and Kevin Kostelnik; daughter-in-law of Mickey and Mary (nee Clifford) Kostelnik; and aunt of many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Talcott E. and Elsie K. (nee Kolarovic) DeVan; and brother, Thomas P. DeVan.
Family will receive friends from 1 to 3 and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 38001 Euclid Ave., Willoughby. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.
The family suggests contributions be made to Greyhound Adoption of Ohio, 7122 Country Lane, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023.
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Paula (Harvanek) Heater
August 5, 2015
I have good memories of Peggy, being friends in high school and seeing her at early class reunions (not recently). I will remember her for her friendliness toward me and her love of those doggies! So sad for your loss...
August 4, 2015
Rich,
I don't know to say, My heart is full of grief. My thoughts and prayers and my tears are for our Family. For so many memory's are to few. My Love and Blessings.
Wendy E.{De Van}Radatz.
August 4, 2015
I 'm so sorry for your whole family this should not have happen peace be with you.
Former Willoughby resident
August 3, 2015
Please accept my condolences. I went to South High with Tom and Peggy although I didn't know them. I'm so very, very sorry.
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August 3, 2015
Peggy dear,
'Twas your eyes that twinkled like the brightest stars
Your wit that made us laugh out loud
Your endless love that knew no end
Your gentle cherished spirit for which we dream to meet again.
Ginny P.
Cindy Lynch
August 3, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss.Prayers to the family.
Chris Olm
August 2, 2015
My prayers are with Peggy's family Peggy was a real nice person always smiling she will be missed
Julie Lambert
August 2, 2015
I am very sorry for your loss.
Penny (DeVan) Cruz
August 2, 2015
Peggy will be missed dearly. My heart goes out to her family,
Debbie Ledford-Fabian
August 1, 2015
Rick and the entire Kostelnik Family, so very sorry for your loss, may you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Melissa Nicholson
July 31, 2015
My heart goes out to all Peggy's family and friends.
Linda Heston-Taylor
July 31, 2015
Bill, Rick and family- I am so sorry about Peggy. I have known her since Jr. High and we stayed in touch over these past years. She is a sweetheart. I never knew anyone who didn't love Peggy. We will all miss our dear friend. Keep your memories close to your heart. They will sustain you through this tragic time. My deepest sympathy. Linda Heston-Taylor
Jeff Jukiewicz
July 31, 2015
Bill , I can find no words that can express the deep sorrow everyone feels for your loss.Peggy will be missed forever, but rest asuure my friend... the world is a better place because she was in it. Anything you need or want,day or night, your city brothers are there for you.. we love you bro..
July 31, 2015
I did not have the pleasure of knowing Margaret but I want to express my condolences to her family and friends. It was truly a sad day in our community. Tina B
Maryanne Culek and family
July 31, 2015
I am so very sorry for your great sadness. May peace come to you. Memories of Peggy are of a lovely woman.
Edria & Haley Roniger
July 31, 2015
We met Peggy through Ohio Greyhound Placement when we adopted our grey Kid Noah. We would go for walks & meet & greets with her & Desi. She was the sweetest person in the world.
Ron and Sue Slosar
July 31, 2015
Bill and family,
Ron and I are so saddened by this tragic loss. We pray you will find peace and comfort in knowing how many lives Peggy touched. Ron said she was always smiling when he saw her at city hall. Our sincere sympathies go out to all who were fortunate enough to know her. Heaven has received another angel.
Gloria Bennardo
July 31, 2015
I am so sorry about your loss of Peggy. May God comfort you at this time. My prayers are with you.
Patti Leonello Hoffman
July 31, 2015
She was a beautiful caring woman. May you find peace and comfort soon. Prayers and thoughts are with you all as you go through this devastating loss.
Cindy Fish
July 30, 2015
Peggy was such a wonderful person.
She touched so many people. We only
knew her a short time because of our
shared love of horses. It was wonderful to watch
her take care of beloved Mac.
We are devastated at your loss.
David and Cindy Fish
Paula Michello-Pitts
July 30, 2015
Dear Bill, I am so sorry for your devastating loss. Peggy was a wonderful kind person. Know that she is now in the arms of God. My prayers are with you and your family. Paula Michello Pitts
Jenny Tominack
July 30, 2015
Bill, I am so very sorry to hear about Peggy. She was beautiful, kind and always so happy. I use to work at Lost Nation Aviation and she worked worked for Dave Ivy, the airport manager. Peggy had greyhounds and I had black labs. We had several conversations together, she was always ready and willing to help whenever needed. She will be truly missed I'm sure. My deepest sympathies,
July 30, 2015
Grant, O Lord, to Your handmaid Margaret blessed repose and eternal memory! Fr. Bryan Eyman
Courtney Colosimo
July 30, 2015
i love you peggy you where such an inspiration to me, words will never be able to explain how much you mean to me or the light of wisdom you brought into my life and to the lives of so many other. i hope your resting peacefully.
Susan M. Stevens
July 30, 2015
All of my love and prayers to you Rick. I love you.
Susan and Chloe
Susan M. Stevens
July 30, 2015
I am a good friend of Rick's. We worked together in the AIDS Project of Utah, when we both lived in Salt Lake City, Utah. Rick, Peggy sounds like a very good person and a loving woman. To Rick, Bill, and the entire family....my love and prayers are with all of you in this sad time. Much love, Susan M. Stevens
Gaby
July 30, 2015
My heart & prayers are with you and your family. Please know your "Browns" family will be there for you always!!
Alice Ann Hengesbach
July 30, 2015
Sending prayers and condolences to all of Peggy's family and friends. Lake County is a place that was all the richer for her having lived there. Blessings.
The Reicherts
July 30, 2015
Our sincere condolences to Peggy' s family. May she rest in peace.
Marge Henning Mascaro
July 30, 2015
Bill so sorry for your loss.
Darrell Haskins
July 30, 2015
To the family and friends of Peggy, you have my most sincere condolences. We all will miss her much.
July 30, 2015
Condolences to the family, and may God comfort you at your time of need. R.I.P. Peggy
July 30, 2015
Peggy sounds like she was a wonderful person. There are no words to console such a senseless loss. From my family to yours - we are so very, very truly sorry.
Patricia Etchell
July 30, 2015
Such a senseless tragedy. Peggy was a lovely person. My prayers go out to the family.
July 30, 2015
I did not know Peggy well, but I lived in Willoughby several years ago, and met Peggy through various events involving dogs. We immediately connected in our mutual love of animals. She was always so very nice to me. These words are little comfort to her husband and immediate family, as well as to her close friends and co-workers. Her death is senseless and devastating. Peggy is in my thoughts and prayers.
Leslie Harris
Charleston WV
Julianne Smrdel
July 30, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Peggy meant so much to me and our family. She was the reason I got my greyhound Gypsy, who got the distinct privilege of being cared for in your home while we were away. Peggy was with me and Gypsy through the end and held us both when I lost her. I choose to believe she is now with Zeke, Zoe, Desi, and Gypsy, reunited with her beloved greys. Bill if you need anything for you or Cart, we will be there. We loved Peggy. She welcomed my children into your home and they think of her fondly as well.
Rae Ann Kenney
July 30, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the family. I pray God will comfort all of you.
Sheryl
July 30, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Bill Balante
July 30, 2015
Janet Balzer-Bone
July 30, 2015
My condolences to Peggy's family. Peggy and I were friends in high school. She was liked by all and always had a cheerful disposition.
Joe Radebaugh
July 30, 2015
Bill,
So sorry about your loss. Peggy was a genuinely nice person. Always happy and smiling. She will be missed.
Gloria David
July 30, 2015
Bill I am sorry for your loss; I would talk briefy when calling Willoughby for issues; she was a very nice person. I grew up knowing her brother from school Rick. I am sure you are devastated considering everything. I am so sorry. Gloria Crawfoot David
July 30, 2015
I am sending my deepest sympathies to Bill and everyone who worked with Peggy at Willoughby City Hall as I did for many years. She was a wonderful and caring friend and co-worker. She will be in my prayers. Charlene Belanger, Las Vegas, Nevada
patti Elmore
July 29, 2015
your family is in our thoughts and prayers!!! May God Give you strength with your loving memories of Peggy!!
Susan Kulhanek
July 29, 2015
Sending my deepest sympathies. Praying for you
Theresa Breach
July 29, 2015
Bill,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I am keeping you and the family in my prayers. I can only imagine how hard this is, stay strong and remember the good times with Peggy. If there is anything I can do let me know. Everyone knows how to get a hold of me.
July 29, 2015
Bill peg was one the nicest people i ever met. after talking to her byou always had a warm feeling. may god bless her and you . if you need a break we have a home on the gulf of mexico. please any time your friend mike hutch 941 2090125
Tom Wright
July 29, 2015
My condolences to Billy and the whole family, so very sad. Peggie was a saint. If you or the family need ANYTHING, please let the City boys, aka "your brothers" know. We all have you in our prayers for strength and comfort during this very hard time. Love ya bro.
July 29, 2015
Bill,
We are so sorry for your loss. We pray that God will grant you the serenity and peace that you need to get through this. We hope you can stay strong and know that you are remembered in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave, Shelli, Tyler and Ryan Janz
Chris / Carl Biehl
July 29, 2015
The heavens are aligned with the kind soul and love of Peggy. Our sympathies are extended to Bill. Many memories are cherished...❤
Marlene Stoneman
July 29, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss Bill. You meant so much to Josh and me, and Peggy was a wonderful woman.
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