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Catherine Costigan Obituary

Catherine M. (Kearnan) Costigan, 92 MILFORD- Mrs. Catherine M. (Kearnan) Costigan, 92, of Milford, MA, died Monday morning (June 17, 2013) at her residence after a period of declining health. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles T. Costigan, who died in 1994. Mrs. Costigan is survived by 3 daughters: Mrs. Ann M. Schuler of Milford, Charlene, wife of John McGowan of Milford and Sharon, wife of Daniel Sheehan of Douglas; 5 sons: Robert Costigan and his wife Denise of Milford, Dr. Richard Costigan and his wife Dr. Laurie Costigan of Shrewsbury, David Costigan of Northbridge, Steven Costigan of Milford and John Costigan of Milford; 22 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 2 sisters: Mary, wife of Retired Police Chief William McRobert of Hopkinton and Mrs. Margaret Jones of Milford; also many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Costigan was the mother of the late William J. Costigan, who died in 2007, the sister of the late John Kearnan and the late Robert Kearnan and was the mother-in-law of the late Francis "Mickey" Schuler Jr. Her funeral will be held Thursday, June 20th at 9:30 a.m from the Edwards Memorial Funeral Home, 44 Congress St., Milford, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 19 Winter St., Milford. Burial will follow in North Purchase Cemetery in Milford. Visiting hours will be Wednesday, June 19th from 5 p.m to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Salmon VNA & Hospice, 37 Birch St., Milford, MA 01757 or to The St. Mary of the Assumption Church Beautification Fund, c/o St. Mary's Church Offices, 17 Winter St., Milford, MA 01757 For complete obituary & condolence book, please visit: www.edwardsmemorialfuneralhome.com

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Jun. 17 to Jun. 19, 2013.

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Bob Guerino

June 25, 2013

Dear Costigan Family,
My deepest sympathies!Mom was a great lady and the backbone of the family! My prayers are with her.

June 23, 2013

Dear Ann & family,
With sympathy . I hope heartfelt thoughts bring you comfort and loving memories bring you peace. Judy Schmitt

June 19, 2013

Ann, thoughts and prayers are with you as you bear anothert sad time. May the memories of your Mom , family and friends, and the love of God give you strength and help you heal. Joan Monaco

Debra Maietta-Matos

June 19, 2013

To the entire family, I'm so sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.

June 18, 2013

Dear Ann:
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a wonderful lady with a smile for everyone. I will remember her and your family in my prayers.
Warmly,
Janice(Consoletti)Wagner - Worcester,MA

Laurie (Abbiuso)Armstrong

June 18, 2013

I have many memories of Catherine over the years. She and my grandparents were members of the famous Saturday Night Card Gang! The certainly enjoyed one another and knew how to have a good time! Catherine was always so elegant and lovely to talk with. She was a good friend to my Nana, and one who will be greatly missed. Rest in peace.

Hiba & family

June 18, 2013

Dear Laurie, Richard and family,
We are so sorry to hear the sad news. My condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will be thinking of you and the rest of the family.
Sincerely,

Sharon Nelson

June 18, 2013

Sharon & Danny (and family),I am truly sorry for your loss. Sharon, your mom was a remarkable lady. She will be missed. God bless you and your entire family.

SHAILESH PATEL

June 18, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

June 18, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

June 18, 2013

We are so sad to hear of Mrs. C's passing, such a lovely lady. May all your cherished memories help you through these difficult days. We are thinking of you all.

June 18, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Deb & Brian Massey

Mary (Ramaskewich) Costa

June 18, 2013

Dear Costigan Family,
Remembering Catherine and Charlie from my early childhood. They were dear friends of my parents and always kind and welcoming to my family. May she Rest In Peace.

Deb Ragosta

June 18, 2013

Dear Ann, Kathy and family,
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

Margaret McGowan

June 18, 2013

Ann, Sorry to hear about your mom. she was a beautiful lady !

Ann Marie &John Sullivan

June 18, 2013

Dear Ann,
We were very sorry to read about the death of your mother.
May the Lord, give you and your family the strength and courage during this difficult time.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Ann Marie & John Sullivan

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