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Peter Costello Obituary
He was born August 1, 1925 in Cherryhill, Pennsylvania and had resided in Lorain most of his life. Peter served with the U.S. Army during World War II in the 3191st Engineer Base Depot in Germany and France. He was awarded the EAME Theater Ribbon, Army Occupation Medal Germany, WWII Victory Medal and Good Conduct Medal. He worked at U.S. Steel in Lorain as a millwright for 39 years before retiring. Peter was a member of the Catholic Church of St. Peter in Lorain and a life member of IAV Post #1, VFW Post #451 and the Elks Lodge, all of Lorain. Peter enjoyed golfing and bowling and participated in many area leagues in both sports. In 1938, he participated in the Lorain City Playground Championship Boxing matches at Central Park in Lorain. He played fastpitch softball in the Ohio Big Eight League for many years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 33 years Dorothy Smith-Costello (nee Balzer), children Gregory Costello (Tracy) of Toledo, Joan Ross of Avon Lake, Allison Von Weber of Sullivan, Constance Smith of Lorain, Joel Smith of Lorain, Jonathan Smith (Rose) of Amherst and Jeffrey Smith (Pam) of Lorain, grandchildren Nicholas and Adam Costello, Gretchen Ross, Emily and Andrew Moore, Natalie Cordy (Chris), Jamie Mireles, Jacqueline, Jennifer, Jessica, Jenna, Joshua, Jeremy, Justin and Megan Smith, 5 great grandchildren and sister Madeline Szabo of Vermilion.
He was preceded in death by Dorothy's son James R. Smith, parents Peter and Madaline Costello (nee Churcillo), sisters Pauline Crowl, Mary Rossi and Frances Salatnai and brothers Pat, Steve, Phillip, Charles, Joseph and John Costello.
The family will receive friends Thursday 3-8 pm at the Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel, 3224 Broadway Ave., Lorain where funeral services will be held Friday at 10:30 am followed by the mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am at the Catholic Church of St. Peter, 3655 Oberlin Ave, Lorain. The Rev. Craig Hovanec, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Lorain where the IAV Post #1 of Lorain will conduct military honors.
Online condolences may be made at www.gluvna.net.
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Memories and Condolences
for Peter Costello
February 24, 2011
Dad, I miss you more and more everyday. I miss your laugh, your smile, your kindness, your humor... Your memories live on with all of us; you are in my thoughts constantly.. All my love, Joanie
Bill Ford
February 18, 2011
Our prayers are with your family at this time of loss. Pete was a very kind man, and I will always remember times spent with Joel and Pete on Projects at the wharehouse,or others, He was allways making right what we did not know how to! GOD speed.Pete
Dawn Costello
February 18, 2011
My heart is with the family and I am sure that John is already watching over his "handsome little brother", that is how John first ever introduced Uncle Pete to me. God Bless.
Barb & Ray Costello
February 17, 2011
We aren't able to be there and that alone is breaking our hearts but not near as much as the knowledge that you now live with God and not with all of us who loved you so dearly. You will live in our hearts forever Uncle Pete.
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February 17, 2011
My deepest sympathies to the Costello and Smith family. Although I have not been a part of the family for quite some time, I wanted to pay my respects to the family. God Bless you, Pete!
Sincerely,
Jana (aka Butterball)
February 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are you the family in this sad time.
With Love, Christina (Costello) Godsey
Granddaughter to John and Clem Costello
Christmas
Natalie Cordy
February 16, 2011
Best Buddies...Nick & Papa
Tracy Costello
February 16, 2011
When Nick was a shy toddler, you were the one he was drawn to. He followed you everywhere. I can't think of a better role model for a young boy. Thank you so much for that gift. It's been an honor having you in our lives.
Ted & Loretta Summers
February 16, 2011
Sorry we couldn't make it there but our thoughts are with you.
"Papa Pete" will surely be missed.
Cindy Campana
February 16, 2011
I was sorry to hear about Pete. Great childhood memories of Greg, Joan, Allison and my siblings growing up together when my dad and Pete played on the same championship fastpitch softball teams in the 50s' and 60s' along with Petes' brother Joe. My thoughts and prayers for the entire Costello family.
Cindy Campana
February 16, 2011
I was sorry to hear about Pete. Great childhood memories of growing up with Greg, Joan and Allison during a time when my dad and Pete played on the same fast pitch championship softball teams in the 50s' and 60s', along with Pete's brother Joe. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Natasha Reidy
February 16, 2011
My prayers and thoughts are with your family in this very difficult time. I am honored to have known Mr. Costello, though I had not seen him in recent years. I have fond memories of his friendliness and kindness. Vichnaya Pamyat - Memory Eternal!
Natasha Reidy
February 16, 2011
My prayers and thoughts are with your family in this difficult time. I feel honored to have known Mr. Costello, though I hadn't seen him in recent years. I have fond memories of his friendliness and kindness. Vichnaya Pamyat - Memory Eternal!
February 15, 2011
My deepest sympathy on your loss.
Pete was a great guy. He and the rest of the family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty (Szabo) Frey
Charlotte Harbor, Fl.
Jonathan
February 15, 2011
The world will never know how missed this wonderful father and granfather will be missed, he was the most wonderful person we will ever know ........We love you Papa !
natalie cordy
February 15, 2011
I wasnt ready to let you go, but now that you're gone you will forever be in my heart. I love you papa with all of my heart.
Cathy Stearns
February 15, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
February 15, 2011
Our Deepest Sympathies from the staff of Windsor Lane Health Care and Rehabilitation Center.
Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel
February 15, 2011
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