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Peter Costello Obituary
Oct. 20, 1948 - Jan. 16, 2019
Santa Cruz
Peter Costello passed away at the age of 70 in Santa Cruz, California.
Peter was born in San Francisco, California to Catherine Ann (Nealon) and Raymond Edward Costello. Raised in Menlo Park, California, he attended College of San Mateo and Canada College. In 1993, he married Patricia Costello, who he met volunteering for the Surfrider Foundation in Santa Cruz. An artist, graphic designer, and illustrator, Peter had his own art studio and worked locally at West Marine, Cabrillo College, UC Extension, and Giro. Peter was often out surfing, taking photographs, biking, sailing, and watching the waves.
Peter is survived by his stepson John Dylan Bergmann.
A memorial service will be held this spring.
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January 31, 2019
To the family of Mr. Paul Costello,
I would like to express my sincere condolences for the loss of Mr. Costello.
We can look forward to the promise at 1 Corinthians 15:21, 22 "for just as in Adam all men are dying, so also in Christ all will be made alive."
Sincerely,
January 31, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
J F
January 31, 2019
May God comfort and strengthen the Costello family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass away, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)
January 31, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
January 31, 2019
Sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that god is near to comfort all the mourning ones. He will make you firm and he will make you strong. 1Peter 5:10.
January 31, 2019
Please accept our sincere condolences. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times that you shared together. May the underserved kindness of our Heavenly Father provide you with the comfort that you need. (Psalms 94:19)
January 31, 2019
So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that God cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6,7
Melanie
January 31, 2019
To lose two members of your family so close to each other is so difficult. I'm sorry for what you are experiencing.
January 31, 2019
My condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Costallo may God be with the family during these difficult times. Psalm 145:18...20
January 31, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn," strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2.
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