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Robert J. Costello, passed away peacefully, at the age of 72, on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Bob was a long-time resident of Stratford (Lordship), CT and a graduate of Stratford High School, class of 1969. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert C. Costello and Marjorie E. Costello (Newbauer). He leaves behind his daughters, Chris Costello (Dave Maglione), and Lauren (Mason) Law, his one-year-old granddaughter, Sadie, and his partner, Christine Demchak.
Bob earned an undergraduate degree from Central CT State University and later obtained an MBA from Southern CT State University, which he used to advance his career as an accountant. He was a dedicated employee, putting in long hours at Avco Lycoming Textron, Phillips Medical, and Cooper Surgical, where he recently retired from after almost 20 years as a Cost Accounting Manager. He was well liked and respected among his peers- despite his sometimes "off color" humor he was entertaining and endearing.
Bob loved sports and grew up playing baseball and basketball (he also was coach for CYO) and also enjoyed playing softball, golf, and fishing. He was a die-hard NY sports fan, rooting for the Yankees, Jets, and Rangers.
For 20 years, you could find "Cos" bartending most Saturdays behind the Ale House bar. He will be remembered by his friends and family as the life of the party. He loved a traditional Thanksgiving meal and festive Christmas sweater. He had a loud belly laugh that was infectious and was most often found in good spirits, both literally and figuratively- being fond of dirty martinis, smooth bourbon, and red wine. While retired only a short time, Bob enjoyed creating a home in Murrells Inlet, SC with his "wife" Chris. He was proud of his daughters and delighted to be a Pop Pop.
A memorial mass will be held on Friday, December 15, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at St. James Church, 2070 Main St., Stratford, CT, with a lunch to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to St. Jude's or the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Costello
Scott and Adrienne
November 2, 2024
Miss you UB , God took you to soon .
Susan Edwards
December 15, 2023
Bob was sweet and funny. He will be fundly remembered. My deepest condolences to Christine and his family.
Nancy Burns Sardone
December 7, 2023
I grew up living next to the Costello family on Walnut Street in Lordship. Bobby was a quite a bit older than me and his mom, Marge who I adored, let me play in his room where I found his Archie and Veronica comics. Bobby was very nice to the "Burns" girls who often invaded his space!
My condolences to his family and wish them peace.
Andrew Jensen
November 25, 2023
I was lucky enough to get to know Bob while I interned at Cooper. He was gracious enough to take the time to meet with me about his role and accounting experience, and he had an amazing sense of humor. Rest in peace Bob, and my sincere condolences to his family.
Robert Minalga
November 22, 2023
My sincere condolences to Bob's family. I had the pleasure of cutting Bobs hair for over 30 years . He was a great person I had the honor to know. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.
Chad Smith
November 20, 2023
Bob supported me and helped me learn the business when I joined. He was a great friend and always the life of the party!
Angel Rosado
November 20, 2023
My condolences to the family.
Robin Senese
November 19, 2023
My deepest condolences to Chris and Bobby´s family. Fortunately, I met up with Bobby & Chris last March after they moved to SC not far from me. It was wonderful catching up on old times. Rest in Peace my friend
Robin
Scott
November 17, 2023
Going to miss Bob and all the great times we had . God Bless UB
Michael & Nancy Ann Macri
November 17, 2023
I enjoyed the short time I got to know Bob here in SC - cooking for him and Chris and playing golf together. My heart goes out to the family.
John Auger
November 17, 2023
Bobby was my CYO coach many years ago. A great guy. My condolences to the Costello family.
Kevin Nelson
November 16, 2023
My condolences to the Costello family and extended family. I was glad to have recently seen Bob when he moved to South Carolina. He had that same honest and easy way as he did in high school-never changed. God bless you my friend, you will be missed.
Larry Carroll
November 16, 2023
Bobby and I played softball together for many years band also played basketball against each other for many
Years. A great competitor and overall nice guy. My condolences to his family.
Larry Carroll
Steph staffey
November 16, 2023
Bob, I will sincerely miss you and your fantastic laugh, warm smile and loving heart. Wishing all the family our condolences.
Larry Carroll
November 16, 2023
Bobby and I played softball together in the Sunday morning league in Stratford. We also played basketball against each other in the over 30
League also in Stratford . He was a great teammate and competitor. Always positive and friendly. He will be missed!
Evie Amodio
November 16, 2023
My condolences to Bob´s family. I worked with him at Philips Medical Systems. I am very sad to read this,he was a great guy!
Carol Fraher
November 15, 2023
When we first met Bob, he was very thin and a picky, picky eater-mainly chicken on the grill and a baked potato! That all changed when he married into a 100% Italian family! We always enjoyed being with Bob during holidays and other family gatherings. His sense of humor and laugh were always present. Thanksgiving seemed to be one of his favorite times- he always said it was his favorite meal of the year.
We all loved Bob and will miss him. We will never forget him.
Rest in peace Bob- you sure deserve it.
Carol and Tom
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