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Liliana Costa Obituary
Jacksonville - Liliana Kalanik Costa, 88, of Jacksonville passed away Tuesday evening, May 24, 2022 at her home. She was born August 11, 1933 in Costa Rica, the daughter of Juan de Dios and Lilly Rojas. She married John B. Kalanik and he preceded her in death. She later married Charles Costa who also preceded her in death.
She is survived by her children, Karen (Scott) Tennant of Syracuse, NY and their children, Robert, Adison and Michael; and five great-grandchildren; John (Lynn) Kalanik of Chicago and St. Petersburg, FL and their sons, Jack (fiancee, Julia) and Michael; and David Kalanik of Philadelphia, PA and his son, Sage; and one brother, David (Norma) Rojas and family of Baltimore, MD. She was preceded in death by one son, Mark Kalanik and one brother and sister-in-law, Johnny and Maria Eugenia Rojas.
A prayer service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at Williamson Funeral Home where there will be a time for Liliana's family and friends to warmly reflect on the memories she has shared with them. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Jacksonville Symphony (which gave her joy) or Jacksonville Public Library. Condolences may be left online at www.airsman-hires.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Cara
June 1, 2022
She was sunshine in human form.
Bruce, Sara, and Cara Carter
May 31, 2022
Liliana talked about her family very frequently. I felt like I knew them from her descriptions. We have considered her part of our family for many years. She will be missed. She loved reading and we do as well so we frequently discussed what we were reading.
Betty Whitehead
May 30, 2022
She was a delightful person and I am privileged to have known her. I will make a donation to the library in her memory.
Jaclyn Farmer
May 30, 2022
I had the privilege of working with Liliana at the Council on Aging. Always positive and always had a word of wisdom. Blessings to the family.
Doris Robinson
May 28, 2022
Liliana was a wonderful friend and a true humanitarian. She genuinely believed all God's children are valuable. I am a better person because of her witness.
Robert Cowan
May 28, 2022
My life was greatly enhanced and more enjoyable for knowing you, condolences to family and friends. Goodbye my Amiga.
Madonna M. Berry
May 27, 2022
My sincerest condolences to this beautiful soul´s family! I met Liliana when we both served on the board of directors for Habitat For Humanity. May she Rest In Peace!
Oliver Wiest
May 27, 2022
My deepest condolences to Liliana's family and her countless friends in the Jacksonville community. Liliana was one of the kindest, most tolerant people I have met. Behind her kindness and respect for all lay a keen and sometimes sharp sense of humor.
Liliana's quest for social justice and civic improvement over decades in Jacksonville made her a precious community asset. Jacksonville is a better place for her efforts there.
Que mi vieja amiga descanse en paz.
Fred and Linda Curtis
May 27, 2022
Fred and Linda Curtis
May 27, 2022
Fred and Linda Curtis
May 27, 2022
Missing this wonderful friend. We were neighbors when our children were little and have been friends ever since, so many deep conversations. Liliana dedicated her life fighting for the dignity of others. She kept God at her center and now sees Him face to face. We send our love and prayers and know she is at peace.
Gwynn Blaser (formerly Ginny Mayberry)
May 26, 2022
In loving memory of a truly remarkable lady who touched so many lives with her love. Liliana & I were neighbors in Jacksonville. She was instrumental in my decision to apply to Illinois College to obtain my bachelor´s degree. Her influence changed my life. Always keep you in my heart, Liliana.
With deepest sympathy to family & friends,
Gwynn Blaser (formerly Ginny Mayberry)
Brenda and Daniel Miller
May 26, 2022
Where would I ever begin to say what a wonderful angel this lady was to me. She was truly the nicest, giving , soul I have ever met. Will be sadly missed. God bless all of her family and friends
Deepest sympathies Brenda
Claudia tennill
May 25, 2022
Mi más sentidas condolencias a toda la familia , siempre la recordaremos con mucho amor a agradecimiento .
Julie Erin Lawless
May 25, 2022
To the family & friends of Liliana Rojas N. Kalanik Costa:
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss as I know this sweet lady will be sorely missed by many. May Jesus and your happy memories give you comfort.
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