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William Costas, 84, of Valparaiso passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2013 at home. He was born June 18, 1929 in Detroit, MI to Peter and Katherine Costas. William graduated from Stockbridge High School. He began his career as a buyer for Gary Produce, founded Wilco Foods in Miller in 1962, then owned and operated Costas Foods from 1972 - 1998. He was elected to the Indiana Senate in 1980 and served through 1988. Bill was a member of Liberty Bible Church, served on the Board of A.M.G. International, a Christian mission based in Chattanooga, TN for 19 years serving as Director for 16 years, and also served on the Boards of Centrella Grocers, Franklin Park, IL and Spring Hill Camps. On October 20, 1973 he married Diane Owen who survives along with children: Janis Kathryn Costas of Boone, NC, Jay (Cheryl) Costas of Valparaiso, Jon (Sharon) Costas of Valparaiso, Whitney (Bobby) Keough of St. Maarten, Marcy (George) Romeos of Athens, Greece, and Jamie (Peter) Carlson of Valparaiso; sister, Vicky Zimmer of Port Huron, MI; 17 grandchildren: Brandon (Emily) Costas, Kari (Steve) Whitney, Calli (Alan) Courtney, David Costas, Samantha Costas, Ashley (Chris) Therasse, Evan Costas, Hayley Costas, Tyler Costas, William Romeos, Diana Romeos, Tiffany Romeos, Whitney Romeos, Gabrielle Carlson, Jack Carlson, Flynn Carlson, and Eva Carlson; and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and five siblings: James, Gus, Jenny, Anna, and John. A visitation will be held Friday, July 26, 2013 from 2:00-8:00 p.m. at Liberty Bible Church, 824 N. Calumet Ave., Chesterton, IN. The funeral service will begin Saturday, July 27, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. at the church with Rev. Robert Nienhuis officiating. Burial at Angelcrest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to A.M.G. International for Cosmovision Center in Greece or Spring Hill Camps in Evart, MI. MoellerFuneralHome.com
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Candy Hollingsworth Logue
June 13, 2014
Diane and children, I don't know if you remember me. My name was candy Hollingsworth and I stayed with you as a teen. I just saw Bill passed away a year ago. I am so sorry. I loved and appreciated our time together that summer. You have a very special family. Much love Candy
July 31, 2013
Jon; just now heard... my condolences to you and all your family on your loss.
since 1970
Cecilia Ballard
July 30, 2013
What a wonder Father and Community Leader. My family was Blessed. You will be greatly remembered.
Fotis Romeos
July 27, 2013
A man of great faith to God and of genuine love to people...
July 26, 2013
Jon, So sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. He was one of my favorite people -- always looked forward to our little chats. Hope the family is doing ok -- it's never easy. Sorry we can't be there.
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John (& Bev) Shroat
George Brenn
July 26, 2013
My condolences to the entire Costas Family. Senator Bill Costas was such an insprirational leader and my respect for him will never diminish. It was my distinct privilege to have known him.
Anne Jones
July 26, 2013
Bill was one of the most selfless and loving people I have ever known. He was always showing he cared and asking questions as to how you were and just loved on people and loved on our family. We send our condolences to the whole family and thank God for the legacy he left as a man of God. The Craig Jones Family
Kyle and Kathy Elkins
July 25, 2013
Our condolances to the entire Costas family. Bill left a legacy to be proud of. He was a true man of God. He will be missed.
July 25, 2013
Bill was one of the nicest, most genuine people I ever met, sincere in a faith that was not in vain. Condolences and God's blessings to all his family.
calli
July 25, 2013
Love you papu
Sheri Sejda-Sowa
July 24, 2013
I remember the first time I met Bill. He told me the story of how he met, and subsequently married Diane, as if we had been friends for years instead of just meeting each other. He smiled and then told me he would pray for me. Bill was always smiling each and every time I ran into him and always ready to share his love of God with me. Such a warm and kind man. I definitely will miss my chance encounters with him! Prayers and love to the Costas family during this difficult time of great loss.
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