John Costello

John Costello obituary, Richmond, VA

John Costello

John Costello Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4, 2010.
COSTELLO, John Harry, went to be with the Lord on October 31, 2010 after a long and happy life with family and friends. Harry is survived by his wife, Virginia Boyd Costello; his daughters, June and Janice, and their spouses; his blended family members, Richard, Deborah, Laura, Philip, Michael and Brad, and their families; his grandchildren, Ian, Steven, and Lisa and her husband; his great-grandchildren, Tyler and Hannah; Claire, the wife of his late brother, Walter Costello; and by many close friends in the Grove Avenue Baptist Church family. Mr. Costello ended his journey in the loving care of Ronnie and Linda Patterson and their family at Epiphany Assisted Living in Henrico, Va. A celebration of his life will be held 2 p.m. Friday, November 5, at Greenwood Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Words of Victory Ministries, C/O Grove Avenue Baptist Church, 8701 Ridge Rd., Richmond, Va. 23229, or Girard College, 2101 S. College Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. 19121.


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November 8, 2010

June, I was happy I had the chance to see your father at your wedding. I remember him when you lived on Wishart street so many years ago. I know he is in a better place and my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Judy

November 4, 2010

June and Janice: I am terribly sorry.

Dan Small

Sue and Bill Duganne

November 4, 2010

Janice and family, We were truly saddened to hear of your father's death, and pray God's presence especially in the days to come. You have been with us as we have experienced the deaths of OUR parents, and now it is our turn to help you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With love, Sue and Bill

Courtlee Heath

November 3, 2010

Janice and June, my deepest sympathy for your loss.

November 3, 2010

Our family was honored to get to know Mr. Costello this spring and we will always remember how happy he was on his last birthday. As time passes, may your memories bring you comfort and peace. Sincere sympathy to all of you.
The Colie Boyd Family

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