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Thomas Costello Obituary
Thomas P. Costello, 67, of Hanover, Pa., entered into God's eternal care at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, 2004, at his home.
Born June 9, 1937, in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of the late Dominic Charles and Gertrude Margaret (Caiola) Costello. Tom was the loving husband of Brenda Diane (Abel) Costello, to whom he was married for 46 years.
Mr. Costello was a graduate of St. Vincent High School in Akron, Ohio, and received his Bachelor of Science degree in marketing from Kent State Uni versity. He retired from R.J.F. International in 2002 as an account executive. Prior to his working for R.J.F. International, he worked for the B.F. Goodrich Co. as the sales manager. Mr. Costello was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Hanover, Pa.; he was a member of the Hanover Country Club, where he was an avid golfer, as well as a former member and past president of the Hanover Arcadian Club.
In addition to his wife, Bren da, Tom is survived by five children, Dr. Thomas P. Costello of New Hope, Pa., Colleen C. Fisher of Spring, Grove, Pa., Lori A. Costell of Greenville, S.C., Elise C. Farrell of York, Pa., Brian S. Costello of Hanover, Pa.; three grandchildren; two brothers, John Costello and Raymond Costello, both of Akron, Ohio; sister, Elizabeth DeCarlo of Ak ron, Ohio; and mother-in-law, Margaret Abel. He was preceded in death by brother, Robert Costello.
Following cremation, a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2004, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 34 Canal Rd., Abbottstown, Pa., with his cousin, Fr. James Costello, as the celebrant. The family will receive friends from 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2004, at the church. Burial will be at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Cemetery in Abbottstown, Pa. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions in Tom's name may be made to the York Cancer Center, 25 Monument Rd. Suite 194, York, Pa. 17403-5049. The Kenworthy Funeral Home, Inc., 269 Frederick St., Hanover, Pa., has been entrusted by the family to handle the funeral arrangements.
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John & Evelyn Zampino
December 9, 2004
Dear Brenda & Family: We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Knowing that Tom was sick for the past year, it still is shocking of his passing. My thoughts go back to grade school where we played baseball together and to high school where we played bantam football and high school football together. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Words cannot say anything more. John & Evelyn Zampino
Dolores DeLuca Dillon
December 8, 2004
Dear Brenda & Family,
I was a classmate of Tommy's at St.Martha's & St.V's. We met again after many years, at our 50th grade school reunion. What a great guy, always making us laugh .
I know that God has a place in his "coatroom" for him.(class joke)
Brenda, I know your loss is great(I just lost my husband almost 2 years ago) but hold on to the wonderful memories.May he rest in peace.
Dolores DeLuca Dillon
Tami and Scott Feeser
December 8, 2004
Brian - We were both sorry we couldn't attend your dad's Mass. We want you and your family to know we are thinking of you and that Taylor and I have been praying for your dad since we saw him last month at the barber.
I will always remember . . . ESKIMO PIE! It was the cheer he always asked us to do (and we did) just for him at the HHS football games.
Our condolences to you and your family.
Love, Scott, Tami, Josh and Taylor
scott little
December 7, 2004
my thoughts and prayers go out to the costello family...i graduated with brian,wrestled and played baseball throughout school years..sorry to hear the sad news...
Fran Vorwerk/Peterson
December 7, 2004
Dear Brenda & family, I am so sorry to hear about Tom's death. I remember seeing the both of you at the St. Martha' grade school reunion and how much fun we had. My deepest sympathy to all of you. My prayers that God will give you strength to endure your great loss.
Sincerely, Fran
Gerald Donnelly
December 7, 2004
My wife Pat and I were class mates of Tom at St. Vincent and were looking forward to seeing him at our 50th reunion next year. Our prayers and deepest sympathy for Brenda and Toms family. He will be sorely missed when we meet.
Tom & Marilyn Case
December 7, 2004
Dear Brenda & family,
I was very saddened to hear of Tom's death. My brother, Richard called and gave me the news. As the baby of all the Costello cousins, I was in the unique postion to be treated extra special and fussed over at all the family functions by all the my 'adult' cousins. Tom was no different. Needless to say, I enjoyed the attention. I also have the suspicion that my first name was somehow influenced by the fact that his Uncle Henry (my dad) and Aunt Anne as well as my brother & sister thought he was a pretty special guy.
On behalf of my wife Marilyn and and sons, we extend our deepest sympathy and pray that our Lord will bring you peace in this time of sorrow.
Ethelda Lockard/Gilletly
December 7, 2004
Tues. 12-07-04
Dear Brenda and family,
What a shock when I read about Tom's death this morning in the Beacon Journal. I went to St. Martha Grade School with Tom. I had not seen him in many years until our 50th Grade School reunion four years ago.
It was at that time that I also found out that my husband Ralph knew him from B.F. Goodrich as well as RJF International. Ralph repaired typewriters so knew many people from both companies. Ralph also went to school with Tom's brother Robert.
We send along to you our Heartfelt Sympathy and will remember Tom in our prayers at Mass tomorrow, the Feast of The Immaculate Conception.
Ethelda and Ralph
Chuck Rollins
December 7, 2004
To Elise and the Costello family:
I was very sorry to hear of this news. Your father was one of only a handful of friends' parents that I really remember from when I was a kid, and I certainly enjoyed talking with him at the last Weikert Christmas party I was able to attend many years ago. Please accept my most sincere sympathies.
Bonnie Waters
December 6, 2004
To the Costello Family
Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of Tom. I used to work at Weaver's Barber Shop in Hanover for 20 years and I cut Tom's hair quite a few times, but its been several years since I left there. He was so proud of his family and was always trying to better his golf score. It was an honor to have known him.
Bonnie Waters
Andrea Niehoff Goodson
December 6, 2004
Dear Elise and Family:
Knowing how difficult this time will be, I just wanted you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. It is always hard losing a parent, but always more difficult during the holidays. Know that many of your classmates and friends are thinking of you and keeping you in their prayers. I know that both of our dad's are in a better place.
Linda Garcia
December 6, 2004
Dear Brenda and Family:
I was very sadden to hear about Tom. Tom was very a special person as a business associate and a personal friend. I worked with Tom at BFGoodrich and RJInternational and I will always remember his genersity, great sense of humor and love for his family.
My sincere sympathy and prayers to the Costello Family.
Linda Garcia
Akron, OH
Cindy Protich
December 6, 2004
Dear Aunt Brenda, Dr. Tom, Colleen & Jeff, Lori, Elise & Steve, and Brian & Becky,
My most heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. It's so sad that such a great man had to go home to the lord at such a young age. Maybe grandma missed her "little boy" too much. We can take comfort in knowing that he will be in great company and not alone. I'm sorry that I can't be with you all at this time, but know that you're in our prayers.
Love,
Cindy, Mike, Zoe & Micah
Toni Fisher
December 6, 2004
Aunt Brenda, Tom Jr, Lori, Colleen, Elise & Brian
- I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Tom was such a loving, kind man and I was very blessed to know and love him. Peace to you all and know that you are in my prayers and thoughts. Love, Toni
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