DAWN COSTELLO
1955 - 2015
DAWN COSTELLO
1955 - 2015
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BORN
1955
DIED
2015
DAWN COSTELLO Obituary
DAWN, passed away on Dec. 23 after a brief illness. She was the beloved and adored daughter of Winnie (Lobosco) Utkus and the late Stanley Utkus. Dawn was a 1973 graduate of the Archbishop Ryan School for Girls in Philadelphia. She was chosen for the 1972-1973 edition of "Who's Who of American High School Students." She was a court reporter for the City of Philadelphia for many years. A world traveler, she lived and studied in Italy for five years. She was a sales and marketing professional, specializing in the hotel industry. She later returned to court reporting as an independent contractor. Dawn loved her family and friends, dancing, music, the Philadelphia Eagles, and making people laugh. Besides her mother, she is also survived by her Uncle Bill and many cousins who loved her dearly. A giving and generous person with a heart of gold, she lit up a room wherever she went. Dawn will be missed by so many. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Tuesday 10 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed by her Service 11 AM. Int. private.
www.burnsfuneralhome.com 215-637-1414
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Kevin Mitchell
March 9, 2017
Hi Winne, I know it's been a long time but this is Kevin Mitchell, my partner Jeff Miller worked with Dawn at Penn Tower Hotel. I just heard about Dawn's passing. Jeff and I shared many good times together with Dawn and she will always hold a special place in my heart. I will always remember her and the laughter she brought into ours lives. Dawn and Jeff were like brother and sister and I can only hope they are both resting in peace and enjoying the laughter.
My deepest sympathy and with love,
Kevin Mitchell
Taylor and Fanny Hogge and Chu-Fong
October 9, 2016
Winnie, this is Fanny and Taylor where we knew Dawn from the Penn Tower Hotel. We just learned about Dawn's passing and wanted to let you know we thought of her fondly with laughter and love, and we will miss her lots.
Love, Taylor Hogge and Fanny Chu-Fong
Patti Bruno-Porter
December 27, 2015
Winnie...I am so very sorry to hear about Dawn. You are in my prayers and always know you were the most loving and wonderful Mother a girl could ask for. Miss you. Love, Patti Bruno-Porter
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linda marcinkowski
December 27, 2015
Winnie so sorry to hear about dawn.sending prayers you way.
Joni and Michael O'Farrell
December 27, 2015
Winnie, Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. Dawn was such a sweet, kind and funny person and we will always remember her that way.
Carrie Bieler
December 27, 2015
Winnie I am sooo deeply sorry for your loss,Dawn loved you sooo much remember that you were #1 in Dawn's heart & soul, Dawn was soooo beautiful inside & out I loved her spunk how we would talk for hours she always made me happy when I was sad I'm really going to miss her we used to talk about her Car I would beg her to sell it to me & She was like No Way I'm devastated I know she's my Angel RIP Dawn Gone But Never Forgotten I Love You Boo Bear ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡
Carol DeVine
December 27, 2015
Dear Winnie: I am so very sorry for your loss. Dawn and I were good friends years ago. We grew up together. May she rest in peace and may God bless you.
With sympathy - Carol Haggerty DeVine
Bonnie Menkhaus
December 26, 2015
Dear Winnie:
I am so sorry for loss. Dawn was such a special angel. My prayers are with you now and always.
Rich Heath
December 26, 2015
Winnie Rich and I are so sorry to hear about your daughters passing. You and Dawn are in our prayers.
Susanne Bryan
December 26, 2015
I loved Dawn, what a kind and generous woman. I am so sorry for your loss
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