Richard Allan Costello
Richard Allan Costello
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A true renaissance man and Entrepreneur whose life encompassed many adventurers. From blue water cruising throughout the Caribbean with his young family as the captain of their 42 foot sailboat, to farming blueberries in the Ozark Mountains. Richard was also a self-taught master woodworker, a lover of birding and photography and an avid reader.
Richard is survived by, love of his life, wife Marilynn, his love of 72 years, his five children, William Costello (Vickie) of Springdale, Arkansas; Robert Costello (Janice) of Gainesville, Virginia; James Costello of Hindsville, Arkansas, Nancy Knobbs of Charlotte, North Carolina; Thomas Costello of Pineville, Missouri; seven grandchildren, Joseph Costello (Kristina), Richard Costello (Jessica), Jordan Eaton (Tilden), James Costello, Amanda Sebring (Russell), Rachel Velez (Christopher), Brian Knobbs (Sarah) and thirteen great-grandchildren,
A private celebration of life will be held by the family.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home, Fayetteville, Arkansas.
To place an online tribute, please visit www.bernafuneralhomes.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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joan pond
June 21, 2025
robert and I will always love you.
joan pond
December 18, 2024
A pic of Robert and his dog. Dick you were quite the eclectic fellow. Glad you and Robo were friends. May Jesus hold you close.
joan pond
June 21, 2024
Robert and I loved you. You could turn a mere piece of wood in something magical.
Joan pond
July 11, 2023
Dick and my Robert are enjoying a chat and hopefully some spirit(ual) libations. Included is a pic of Robert with his dog. Semper Fido, peace and love to all.
Marilyn, just know i believe in the power of prayer and will pray for all.
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Marilyn
July 7, 2023
Marilynn
Sorry to hear about Richard.
I rememberd when you got married.
Love to you.
Marilyn Robitzek DeVos
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Kathy Sawn
June 29, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Sending prayers to the family!
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