Peter Frank COSTA

Peter COSTA Obituary

Age 82 ~ Of Little Canada Died on November 6, 2013 Survived by Shirley, his beloved wife of 61 years; sons Stephan (Merlyan), Kenneth (Linda) and Gregory (Judy); 6 grandchildren; 3 great grand-children; brothers Anthony (Rebecca) Costa and Frank (Karen) Costa; sister Roseann (Bill) Beven; also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Pete was employed, as a custodian with school district 623 for 18 years. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Tuesday at St. John the Evangelist, 380 E. Little Canada Road, Little Canada. Visitation at St. John's Church 4 to 7 PM Monday and also one hour prior to Mass. Burial St. John's Cemetery. Arr. Chapel Funeral Providers, 651-224-8080.

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Published by Pioneer Press from Nov. 8 to Nov. 10, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter COSTA

9 Entries

Rita Dugelman

November 16, 2013

I had the great honor or working with Pete at Little Canada School. He was the BEST! Gracious and kind to students and staff. I remember sharing his wife's iced tea with me one hot summer day. He always had a smile: Students loved him!

Joel Johnson

November 12, 2013

Pete Costa was my colleague and friend while at Capitol View School. He always wanted to know how I was doing.

Kids loved him. He was never too busy ... to show interest or offer encouragement to students or this teacher.

Pete Costa was a terrific guy who made a difference in the lives of all that he worked with.

Joel Johnson, Music Department Chair

Rhonda Boudewyns (Carlson)

November 11, 2013

My sympathies to the Costa family. I remember Mr. Costa from when I attended Little Canada Elementary. He treated the school like it was his home and the students as if they were his kids.

Leah Burkeen (Peyer)

November 11, 2013

Rachel and I have such wonderful memories of walking down Vanderbie Street to your house and visiting you both! You would always have a treat in hand for us! You were always such a sweet man! It was such a highlight seeing you at school as well! Our most favorite custodian and neighbor. You'll be missed! Shirley and family, you're in our thoughts and prayers!

Pam Moser

November 11, 2013

Pete was one of the kindest and generous neighbors you would ever want. His greatest passions was his garden. He loved being out in his garden tending to his crop which he always shared with many of us.

I had the pleasure of working with Pete at Little Canada School. Yes, he was a very hard worker and would do anything you asked him to do but what I remember most is his love the students. He was great at teasing them and making them laugh. When he walked into the cafeteria the kids would flock to him to give him a hug, all the while a smile on his face.

Shirley and family always keep your happy memories of Pete alive in your heart. He was a special person.

Our sympathy,
Tom & Pam

Jim Binoeder

November 11, 2013

Dear Greg, Judy and kids. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. The times we had with Pete and Shirley were the best and will always be in our hearts.

Jeanna Hinderer

November 10, 2013

Without a doubt, there is a special place in heaven for Pete Costa. A very kind and generous man with a work ethic like no other. I had the privilege of working at LC with Pete. He treated school like his home, taking care of everyone and everything in it. When he fixed things he did it right the first time - like new! Since Pete retired, I've tried to hand-deliver my Christmas card to them so we could visit. I never left without pasta, meatballs or a cookie. One year they saw my boys sitting in the car and before I knew it, all 4 were in the house, winter jackets off and eating at the table... Pete's love for his family and his Italian heritage were obvious - he was so proud of both! He holds a special place in my heart. I will always smile when I think of him. Shirley and family, you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Jeanna Frattalone Hinderer

Patti Sullivan

November 10, 2013

To the best neighbors that we could ever ask for. We will miss Pete's optimistic nature and easy going nature. God Bless.

Deborah Giampaolo-Masanz

November 8, 2013

Aunt Shirley, Steve, Ken and Greg. I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Pete is one of the nicest men I've ever had the joy of knowing. A twinkle in his eyes, always a kind word, and a funny story to share. Memories of my childhood have your family front and center...all of us laughing. Uncle Pete had a good life and you could tell he loved it and all of you. So proud of his boys and his grandchildren, it was so very clear you brought joy to his heart.

Aunt Shirley, if we were together right now, I would hug you so tight. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I send you all my love.

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