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Kathleen Costigan Obituary

Kathleen R. Costigan

AGE: 57 • Brick

Kathleen R. Costigan (Dier), 57, of Brick, passed away on Thursday, September 25 at Ocean Medical Center in Brick, with her family by her side. She was born on December 21, 1956 in Danville, NY and lived in Clifton, Glendola and Spring Lake Heights. She was a graduate of Wall High School Class of 1974. She cared for many children from 1978 to 1999 at her home in Spring Lake Heights. From 1999 to 2014, Kathi was a nanny for 2 wonderful girls, who were like daughters to her. She and her husband moved to Brick in 2006. She loved to travel, especially cruise and went on 14 cruises with her husband.

She is predeceased by her mother, Norma 1976, her father Joseph and her maternal grandparents Walter and Helen. She is survived by her husband, Michael of 39 years, her daughter Meredith and her grandson Xander of Brick; her brothers Keith Dier, Mark Dier and Hugh James and his wife Kristine Dier and her sister Susanne Dier. Kathi was also loved by her many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Per her wishes, cremation was private and no services were held. She loved the summer and being by her pool, so next summer a memorial party will be held in her honor.

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Published by Asbury Park Press on Oct. 5, 2014.

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Helen Sproul

October 11, 2014

Dear Meredith,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful lady and she will be missed.

Debby Nealon

October 7, 2014

You have been my best friend for 48 years of our life. You will now be my angel for the rest of my life until we meet again. Mike Mere and Xander you will always be in my heart and prayers.

Aunt Bobbie & Uncle Dave

October 6, 2014

You will live in the hearts of so many. We love you.

October 5, 2014

Mike and family~May the love of family and friends carry you through this difficult time. May all your wonderful memories give you comfort ~ Lisa Jacques

mindy Ploskonka-Hansen

October 5, 2014

Loved her like she was my own mother! She took care of me for many years and I loved being a part of the family while growing up! God bless you and may your rest in peace! You will always be in my heart!

Erik Langholz

October 5, 2014

R.I.P Kathy Will Always remeber my visit at you and your Lovely family

October 5, 2014

RIP Kathi.....You will be missed by so many people.....Prayers and thoughts going out to your family in this difficult time....

October 5, 2014

I will miss you for the rest of my life. You were an amazing mother to so many, and a wonderful friend too. Thank you for all you did for me in your life. I love you

Tim & Nancy Day

October 5, 2014

Mike and Family, I'm shocked to read this. Kathy was one of the fondest and caring people I knew. May she rest in peace. Our Sincere Condolences to the whole family, Tim & Nancy Day

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