Walter-Costner-Obituary

Walter Leroy "Roy" Costner

Birmingham, Alabama

10/24/1934 - 08/18/2025

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August 18, 2025
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Birmingham, Alabama

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Walter Leroy (Roy) Costner, aged 90 years, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 18. A native of Birmingham, he attended Edgewood grammar school, and graduated from Shades Valley high school in 1953. While there, he lettered in football, basketball and track. He attended Auburn...

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Costner Family! I'm sad to hear of your loss. What as wonderful legacy he leaves to so many. Walter and Sissy you both were inspiring for your dad, families and all of us who got to share the Costner family. I'm so happy we were all together this past spring for the track and field reunion in Auburn! Love you! Kelly Sullivan

Bebe, Thinking of you and your family during this time of grief . Roy was a mentor to me when I worked for him and a great man.

War Eagle, Mr. Costner!! And God Speed>

Our prayers go out to Bebe and the family. Roy and Bebe were in our Sunday School class at Dawson Memorial for many years. Roy was always smiling and very friendly towards everyone.

My condolences for the Costner family in this time of grief. Grief can be hard but special memories will help us cope. May the peace of God comfort you during this difficult time.

A life well lived. I am sorry for your loss.

Roy was my neighbor for years and we just love him and Bebe ! He was a truly kind man and so great to be around. What a true gentleman and man of God ! May he rest in peace, All who knew his m loved him