Peter COSTA Obituary

Loving Husband, Dad & Papa Age 81, of Little Canada Co-Founded Costa Farm Passed away peacefully on Dec. 26, 2012. Preceded in death by wife of 56 years, Ilene; parents, Peter & Jenny; sister, Rose Cutrara; and nephew, Phillip Cutrara. Survived by children, Peter (Cherry), Linda Costa and Ron (Karin); grandchildren, Peter, Joseph, Gina & Grace; and sister, Nina Costa. Peter's dedication in life was to the family farm and he was a true produce grower through and through. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Wednesday, 1/2/2013 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 380 Little Canada Rd., Little Canada with visitation 2 hours prior to Mass. Interment St. John's Cemetery.


Published by Pioneer Press from Dec. 27 to Dec. 30, 2012.
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Peter & cherry. We are so sorry to here about your loss. Prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. Love Chris & Pat

January 9, 2013

Dear Ron and family,
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I know he meant a lot to you.

Men of your dad's generation had to deal with hardships that you and I can never truly understand. He was a hard worker and had a sense of honor, which he seems to have passed on to you. Your strength of character and sense of pride will help you through this sad time.

I will miss seeing him atop a tractor on the farm.
Please accept my deepest condolences of your family's loss. May his memory be eternal.

Cindy Schmid

January 3, 2013

What can you say about Pete that could possibly be enough. He was a wonderful friend and a good man. May God give his family peace in knowing he is with his loving wife Ilene. He will be missed but he left us with so many great memories. Butch and Elaine Coenen

Butch & Elaine Coenen

January 1, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the entire Costa family. I had the privilege of being a caregiver for Pete and will always remember his kindness to me and this sincere love for his family. I am so glad he is at peace with the love of his life...His loving wife!

Terry Reinholdt, HomeInstead Senior Care

December 31, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Linda Salute

December 30, 2012

Ron, Karin, Gina,and Grace,

I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this difficult time.

Jodi Miggins

December 30, 2012

Linda and family,
Thinking of you all. I'm here if you need anything. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Toni Immerman (Saski)

December 30, 2012

Deepest sympathies. May God bless the Costa family at this time of sorrow.
MARK &MICKI

MARK & MICKI LENDWAY

December 30, 2012

With heartfelt condolences to the Costa Family-
We pray the love of God enfolds your family during your journey through grief.
We send you thoughts of comfort. Pete brought so many gifts to our lives. We will never forget him!
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. May you all be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding your family.
Peace, Prayers and Blessings,
Lisa Costa and Bill Hunkins

lisa costa

December 30, 2012

Ron and entire Costa Family:
I am very sorry to hear dad recently died. I know he has been sick for many months. I remember him always as that larger than life patriarch. His heart was broken when mom died but now his big heart is mended; they are together again.
Sincerely and with love.

Mark Murlowski

December 30, 2012

Ron, I"m sorry to hear about your father's passing. My thoughts are with you and Karin and the rest of your family.

Fran Costa

December 30, 2012

Dear Linda;
Linda, So sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. He loved you so much. I have so many great memories of him on the farm working as we grew up. What a great guy. Last time I seen him he was at the farm and he was so dear and fun to talk to. He will be missed. You will be in my prayers for comfort and peace.

Annette DeDomines

December 29, 2012

Ron, Karin , Gina and Grace,

May special memories keep Pete's spirit alive and put a smile on your face. We are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,
June and Taylor

December 28, 2012

With heartfelt condolences to the Costa Family-
We pray the love of God enfolds your family during your journey through grief.We send you thoughts of comfort. Pete brought so many gifts to our lives. We will never forget him!
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. May you all be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding your family.
Peace, Prayers and Blessings,
Lisa Costa and Bill Hunkins

December 28, 2012

Cheri and Peter,
My most sincere sympathy in the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Jackie Lubbers

Jackie Lubbers

December 27, 2012

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