Obituaries
Elaine J. Costello, 80
Elaine J. Costello, 80, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Friday, April 1, 2011 at her home surrounded by her family.
She was the wife of Joseph R. Costello, with whom she celebrated 60 years of marriage this past June 24th. Born in Gloucester, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Andrew Kokinos Brown and the late Elsie T. (Maskel) Brown.
A retired Licensed Practical Nurse, Elaine had worked as a private duty nurse from 1975 through 1983. She also had worked at Lancaster General Hospital as a Ward Clerk, at the Duke Convalescent Home, at the Calvary Fellowship Homes, and for Dr. Anthony Mauriello.
Elaine was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church, where she was involved in parish’s Cub Scout Packs and Brownie Troops.
She had been a volunteer with both the Lancaster General Hospital and the American Red Cross, and was involved in the 6th Ward Democratic Club as a Committee Woman.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son Keith J. married to Louise Costello of Palmyra, and her 4 daughters: Kerrie C. married to Stephen Snavely of Lancaster, Karen E. married to Patrick Costello of West Chester, PA, Kathy E. married to Mark Freeman of Collierville, TN, and Kristine C. married to T. Bradford Hampton of Brownstown. She is also survived by her 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to Celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, April 9, 2011 at 10am from St. Anne Catholic Church 929 N. Duke St. Lancaster, PA 17602 with The Rev. Norman C. Hohenwarter as Celebrant. A visitation will be on Friday April 8 from 7-9pm with the Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 8:30pm at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 3110 Lititz Pk. Lititz, PA 17543. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Elaine’s memory to St. Anne’s Church or to Mom’s House 415 S. Queen St. Lancaster, PA 17603. To send the family online condolences please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100
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We are sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing. We extend our deepest sympathy to you.
Love and Prayers,
Cousin Antoinette, Carol, and Carla Niglio
Dear Krissy & family,
We were so sad to hear of your mother’s passing. Our hearts are heavy, but please know that you are in our thoughts at this time.
Marc Daniels & John Conti
Mr C, Krissy and family,
I don’t think there was a kinder person that ever walked this earth. I hadn’t seen Mrs C in years, but miss her so much already. I love you all and thank God for your family’s faith during this time. xoxo –
Frannie
To Joe, Keith, Kerrie, Christine and the rest of you girls I have heard so much about:
Joe, you and your family have always been there when I needed a hug and I feel the same way for you all. Long time friends are the very best and you are definitely the best. God needed another angel in heaven and he knew where the most deserving was waiting for him to say, "come with me". My prayers, sympathy, and mostly my love and friendship are with you always,
Ann Moeller Boyd
PS: To Godfather Joe: My love and sympathy Lori Boyd VanGorden
Dear Kerrie and family:
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing….Your family is very special to us and we so enjoyed the time we spent with your parents. It was so fun last summer when Chris stayed in Iowa, we got to talk to "grandma" on Skype….she was way ahead of her time:) She was a very special lady!
Love to all……..
The Ludviceks
Mike, Chalet, Kean, and Kelsi
For as the morning sun appears,
new hope is rising, too ,
Bringing unexpected miralces
we need to help us through.
So believe in all the promise
every new day has to share,
And know that when you need me,
you can count on God, Family, and Friends.
Our families thoughts and prayers call to God asking in each prayer that he will heal and bless yours and keep you in His care.
April and Michael Gammache Famile
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My third grade class at St. Anne School will be praying for all of you at this difficult time. May God bless you and give you strength and peace.
Cathy Ward Showalter
Elaine was a wonderful and lovely lady. We will miss her very much!
Rick and Kathy Stockton
To The Costellos,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Elaine was a wonderful women who will be missed by all who knew her.
Love,
Linda and Jim Lilley
Please know that our prayers are with you all as Elaine is welcomed home.
We wish blessings and strength for the journey that now faces each of you
Deirdre Foley Citro, Mom’s House Lancaster
You and your family are in our prayers. Sorry for your loss.
Jack Muldowney & Family.
The matriarch of the family
We said good-bye to you today
Though you were not my Mother
I still loved you anyway
You were strong and charismatic
Always stopped to share a smile
Though I only saw you seldomly
I enjoyed our time all the while
I remember when I last seen you
You brought me a "Special Gift!"
Our beautiful little girl,
who we all love & missed.
I love you Mrs. "C"
Dear Karen and Pat,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything you need.
Love,
The Macri’s
To the Costello family,
our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Most sincerely,
the McCaskey’s
Sending prayers and sympathy to all of the Costello’s and extended family. Karen, I have very fond memories of visits to your parents’ home in Lancaster when we were in college. I was always greeted with a hug and made to feel very welcome in your large, noisy, loving family. I hope your many memories of your wonderful Mom will give you and your family some comfort during this very difficult time.
Love,
Hanna Stalker
I am so sorry to hear of Elaine Costello’s passing. I hope that your family will find comfort in the many wonderful memories you’ve made. I will always remember Mrs. C’s warm smile & her ever-present love for her family & friends. May God bless & comfort your family.
Nancy Wiker (former neighbor)
Costello Family
May God bless each of you at this time
George Garbrick
I was very sad to see the passing of a very nice lady whom I have thought of a lot through the years. She was very special to me as are you Mr. Costello and it is a sad day indeed. My prayers go out to you and your children please except my deepest sympathy. Mrs. Costello will surely be missed not only by her family but also by the friends she has touched thoughout the years.
Kathy (Mattern) Leque
There is no greater gift than that of happy memory. Thanks are to Elaine for a batch of those, made by the occasional opportunity to be with her and Joe. Our entire family is better for having a woman like her at the helm for so long. Her joy of life and family will pass thru all the generations, there is no doubt. The Washington/Texas/Colorado Neary Clan