Costello, Dolores WEST ALBANY Dolores "Dee" Costello, 90, passed away at home surrounded by family, on Saturday, September 3, 2022. Dolores was a lifelong resident of West Albany, a graduate of Vincentian High School, and a communicant of the former St. Francis de Sales Church and currently Christ Our Light Catholic Church. She was a beautician for many years, prior to her employment at Tobin Packing Co. and then working as a cashier in the cafeteria at the State Campus. Dee was a member of the Italian Benevolent Society, the VFW and the Polish Club. She enjoyed casino bus trips, bingo, and playing cards with the ladies every week. She hosted a Christmas Eve open house for many years, where family and friends enjoyed her meatballs, sauce, Italian cookies and hospitality. Dolores was predeceased by her parents, Andrew and Nicolena (Sabatino) D'Agostino; brother, John and sister-in-law, Eva D'Agostino; husband, Harry Costello Sr.; and son, Philip Costello. She is survived by her sons, Michael (Joanne) and John (Shelly) Costello. She was Grandma Dee to Vanessa, Joe (Monica), Ben, Anna, Maddy Costello and Daniel Thurston; and her great-grandchildren, Mason and Paisley Costello and Zoe Thurston. Dolores was the stepmother of Harry Jr. (Ginger) and Susan Costello. Dee was the sister-in-law of Nicholas (Cynthia) Costello. She was the aunt of Andrew (Jen) D'Agostino, Nick D'Agostino and Audrey D'Agostino. Dee was the dear friend of many years to Dolores Bianchino, Vasa Arsic and his children, Vera, Harold and Sylvia. Dee is also survived by her many cousins, close friends and other dear relatives. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Special thanks to the hospice nurses and all the neighbors who helped the family comfort Dee in her time of need. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 10 a.m. in Christ Our Light Catholic Church, 1 Maria Drive, Loudonville, NY, 12110. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Our Light Catholic Church or Community Hospice of Albany, 310 S. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY, 12208. To leave a message of condolence for the family or to view Dee's custom video tribute, visit www.CannonFuneral.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Sep. 7 to Sep. 9, 2022.

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Pam Brekke

September 10, 2022

It for sure has been life changing since we had first spoke on the phone. You, Dee... your sweetness and loving acceptance of your newly added family. God is so good in all of His arranged timing in it all. You have missed Phil daily since he has gone, and you would of never guessed the blessings He had in store for you. We are so blessed and honored to have met you (Phil's family) and our many talks on the phone about Phil. You are with Phil now, and get to spend the rest of eternity with your loved ones, we are right behind you and will be one big family together in eternity. P.S. Give Phil a hug for me

Debbie

September 8, 2022

Sending my condolences to the family. Dolores was an amazing person who I am so fortunate to have been able to meet and hear her stories of her beautiful family and how she grew up. I am praying for you all.

suzan spadaro

September 7, 2022

cozzie and family, I was saddened to hear of your mom's passing this morning...please know you are all in my prayers at this very sad time...all of us at Ralph's send our heartfelt condolences

Peter Westfall

September 7, 2022

Mike and family,
Condolences on the passing of your mom.
Peter Westfall

Michelle Gallen

September 7, 2022

John, Mike, and family, I am so sorry to read of the loss of your mom. What a strong woman, great mom, and a friend to so many! Christmas Eve was always the best time back in "the day" for me. What a great life she lived. Her memory will live on forever.

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

Christ Our Light Church (Maria Drive, Colonie)

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