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Joe G. Costner

1935 - 2013

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1935

DIED

2013

Joe Costner Obituary

Joe G. Costner
Hendersonville - Joe G. Costner, 77, of Hendersonville, N.C. passed away Monday, February 4, 2013 at Elizabeth House in Flat Rock, N.C. after a short illness. A native of Norfolk, he retired to his hometown of Hendersonville seven years ago. He was a son of the late Sidney and Carrie Costner and was preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Vivian Costner of Virginia Beach; a brother, Dwight Costner and a sister, Dixie Nix, both of Hendersonville.

A Navy veteran serving during the Vietnam era, Joe retired as a 1st Class Petty Officer after serving 20 years in the Navy. He then successfully owned and operated "Joes Cap City" in the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area for 30 years.

After retiring from this, he maintained his love for fishing, which included 30 years of tournament sport fishing and his passion for tending roses. Joe attended First Baptist Church.

Survivors include his loving wife, Faye Costner; a son, Sidney Costner and his wife, Jeanie, of Virginia Beach; a daughter , Leigh-Ann Costner of Nashville, Tenn.; four grandchildren, Kaitlan Costner, Michelle Costner, Patricia Jones, and Tyler Anders, all of Virginia Beach; two great-grandchildren, Jordan and Malachi Jones of Virginia Beach; and a number of nieces and nephews.

A funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, February 9, 2013 at the Forest Lawn Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Wally Shamburger will officiate. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. prior to the service in the chapel.

Memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC. 28731. A guest book and sympathy cards are available at www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Feb. 9, 2013.
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Sorry for your loss, Joe was a dear and trusted friend we will miss him and think of him often. God rest his soul

Chris Polinchock

February 25, 2013

Sidney, very sorry to hear about your Dad. I have some good memories of fishing with you and your Dad. My prayers are with you and your family.

Tony Tillett

February 10, 2013

Dear Family:
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Joe & Vivian years ago. They would stop at my store in Moyock, on their way to the outer banks. Joe was quite a guy and will surely be missed.
Remember,Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning. Psalm 30:5

Buck & Christine Lewis

February 9, 2013

Aunt Faye and family, Im sorry for your loss. I hope you take comfort in your memories and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bobby and Paula Hardin

February 9, 2013

Dear Fay, I am so sorry for your loss. I know your faith will sustain you through this unhappy time. Sincerly,
Marie Allison

Marie Allison

February 7, 2013

Faye& Family so sorry about Joe may God Bless you I will keep you In my prayer.

Benny Evans

Benny Evans

February 7, 2013

Faye& Family so sorry about Joe may God Bless you.

Benny Evans

February 7, 2013

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