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Costales, Gustavo Facundo
Gustavo Facundo Costales, 46, passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2011. he is survived by his loving and adoring wife, Martina, his daughter, Lucia, and his son, Julian. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Gustavo and Martina moved to Arizona in 1997 to further their education and careers. He is a 1998 graduate of Thunderbird School of Global Management in Glendale, AZ. Gustavo recently worked the past six years as a business consultant with the Minority Business Development Agency Business Center. Gustavo possessed an entrepreneurial spirit, enjoyed traveling, an occasional asado, and wines from Argentina. He will be remembered by his kind and gentle heart, his engaging and warm personality, his gift of gab, and his unconditional love and dedication to his wife and children. He will be missed tremendously. Visitation on Thursday, December 8, 2011 from 6 to 8pm with a Rosary at 7pm at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Funeral Mass on Friday, December 9, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 2312 E. Campbell Avenue, Phoenix. In
memoriam, donations may be made to the Horton-Costales Relief Fund at any branch of US Bank, 3800 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85012, or to St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School for their children's education.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Dec. 8, 2011.

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Dana Hauanio

December 13, 2011

To the Costales 'ohana (family): My deepest sympathy to you all. I've known Gustavo during my tenure at MBDA and he was always a welcome addition to our discussion. His insight and humor will be greatly missed. Malama pono.

December 12, 2011

Dear Costales Family,
May God console and sit close to you during this time. Gustavo has been on my mind since early this month and even more as of late. My husband and I spoke with him for over 30 minutes three weeks ago at an MBDA event and he was so patient and interested in helping where he could. What an amazing spirit. Know that he is with you always. Thank you for sharing him then, now and forever in spirit. Chrystal (Chandler, AZ)

Anita Gibson

December 12, 2011

Dear Martina; I just returned from vacation, today 12/12/11 being my first day back to work and I was absolutely shocked, I just saw Gustavo at a mutual event on 11/18/2011. My heart is heavy, I have thought of him all day, he was one of my favorite people and I worked with him often. I am sorry I missed the visitation and the mass. God Bless you and your family, sincerely my thoughts and prayers are with you. Anita Gibson (Phoenix, AZ)

Laura Salywon

December 9, 2011

Dear Martina,
We are so sad to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Andrew, Laura, Alex & John Salywon

Angela Wong

December 8, 2011

Dear Martina, Lucia and Julian,
I am so so sad to hear the news about Gustavo. I'll always have fond memories of Gustavo--smiling and kind hearted. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

December 8, 2011

Martina, Lucia, Julian - The McCartney Family, Ed & Delois, share in your sorrow and send you are prayers. Nothing can replace a great husband, father, and friend. This was such a shock to me. Gustavo was so young and vibrant.

Ed McCartney - [email protected]; 480-363-4221

Rosemary Aguilar

December 8, 2011

Martina,

I just heard the news and I'm so sorry for your loss. I know that you adored your husband and this must be a very difficult time. Please know that you, Lucia, and Julian are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Rosemary Sciara Aguilar

JT Thurston

December 8, 2011

I didn't know Gustavo very well, but I spoke to him often in our office building about the world and family and more. He was always pleasant and gracious and talked lovingly about his family and their travels... truly the kind of person I would have liked to have gotten to know better. He was a sweet & genuine man - this is a shock and a real loss.

Myles Carter

December 8, 2011

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Gustavo's passing. I always enjoyed chatting with him when we ran into each other at the Seed. My thoughts are with you, Martina, Lucia and Julian.

Orestes Hubbard

December 8, 2011

Martina:
Quisiera expresar mi admiracion por mi amigo Gustavo. Nos conocimos en las juntas en Washington del MED Week y trabajamos juntos por mas de 5 años. El siempre se distinguio por ser profesional y muy amigable con todos sus compañeros, siempre me platicaba de sus planes con su familia y yo se que tenia un gran respeto y amor por ustedes. Es importante participarle la alegria que en vida Gustavo nos regalo. Elevo mis oraciones por mi amigo y por ustedes que aunque no les conozco se que Gustavo fue un hombre feliz. Estamos con ustedes en este tiempo y pido a Dios que lo reciba en su santa mano.

December 8, 2011

Gustavo Family,

On the occasions I met and spoke with Gustavo he was very helpful and always had a great attitude. I am sorry for your loss. God Bless You.

Sincerely
Josh Schreck

Joan Notah

December 8, 2011

I have known Gustavo for several years in our work for the MBDA. He was a man with a kind heart and was always open to helping others. As his spirit journeys to the Spirit World and his body returns to Mother Earth, I wish him a safe journey as he reunites with his loved ones there. Although his days here with his family was shortened, he will travel with great honor and respect from those who have known him. May you be comforted by your faith in the Creator and in the lasting memories you have of this humble man, husband and father. With my deepest sympathy, Joan Begay Notah.

Murphy Hebert

December 8, 2011

Martina, Lucia and Julian, Gustavo will be remembered fondly and with love. He is missed terribly. Please know that we are here for all of you always.

Lisa Novack

December 8, 2011

God bless you and your family. He had such a kind smile and presence. He will always be with you and your family, to watch over, protect, and guide you.

Marysela Gonzalez

December 8, 2011

Martina, Siento tu pena y dolor y me duele no poder esta alli con tu famila. Hace dos anyos Gustavo me apoyo muchisimo con el fallecimiento de me mama....que mas kisiera poder habe echo algo por el! El siemper fue un buenisimo amigo y un buenisimo socio a la comunidad empresarial en Phoenix. Que gran perdida para todos qien lo conociero de corazon! Bendiciones a ti y a tu familia.

La Familia Gonzalez
Washington DC

Christina Gonzalez-Boston

December 8, 2011

Martina,

I am truly sorry the loss of your wonderful husband, Gustavo. I remember all the times he would swing by Gateway and your huge smile would light up the room. May his spirit live on with Lucia and Julian and always in your heart. I love you so much and God Bless you! Christina Gonzalez Boston

Lore Anne Brown

December 8, 2011

Rest in peace...you will be missed and God Bless you and your family during this time of sorrow...He was such a kind person. I will always remember his smile and going out of his way to say hello when passing..a real gentleman...

December 8, 2011

Martin,
May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Pam Pursley

Nelsy Gutierrez

December 8, 2011

Martina,
No puedo ni imaginar por el dolor que tu y tus hijos estan pasando. Te tengo en mis pensamientos en oraciones. Que Dios te de la fortaleza de salir adelante y poder aceptar esta perdida. Te quiero mucho y que Dios te bendiga. Nelsy Gutierrez

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