Henry Costabel Cornwall-On-Hudson, New York Obituary

Henry Costabel

HENRY COSTABEL, JR. September 1, 1931 – July 22, 2021 Cornwall, NY My Life by Henry Costabel Jr. (Mr C.) 9/1/31 - 7/22/21 I had a wonderful life. Knew my honey, Bettyjane Odell Costabel for 70 years. Married for 66 years. Have three loving children that raised beautiful families. Henry III, Elizabeth Costabel, Cameron Costabel; Louis, Katherine Costabel, Whitnee, Tom and River Skobla; Jane, Tito Maisonet, Bruce, Megan, and Miles and Emma McDonald; Kara, PJ, and Georgia and Juliette Ferris; Alyssa, Ryan, and Charlotte Velez; Kelsey, Anthony, Vinny and Victoria Armiento; Matthew, Sheri and Juniper McDonald, and son-in- law, Bruce McDonald. I was born in NY, NY of Italian immigrants , Marie Pauline Pons Costabel & Henry Costabel Sr. Being from northern Italy we are Protestants, proudly known as Waldensians. I spoke Italian, French and Patois. I grew up in Manhattan and attended P.S. 166, Joan of Arc, Bronx School of Science, Cornwall High School, Upsala College and NYU. I taught history at North Junior High School for 44 years and loved every day. My students made teaching so rewarding. After they graduated and I would run into them, I would always kid and say they owed me homework. I also taught many of their children and grandchildren. I had such good, fun times with my co-workers. My memories of our children are so vivid. Such fun and love. Building together, helping each other, taking trips, talking, playing cards and teaching the boys to be the best bartenders. I lived in an old farm house that took us years to finish and loved every board and nail. My life was full. Full of love. I'll miss playing grab ass with Betty and all the hugs, kisses, dancing and playing cribbage. The only regret - I didn't quite make 90. What a party that would have been. Please tell all the fun stories and keep everyone laughing. Thank you to all my doctors in Newburgh over the years, and John and staff Hazards Pharmacy. I had wonderful car at St. Lukes and Westchester Medical Center. But God won and I am content and at peace. Love to all, Henry Based on new CDC guidelines adopted by NYS, fully vaccinated individuals do not need to wear masks or be socially distanced, but unvaccinated individuals must continue to wear masks and be socially distanced in the funeral home. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, July 26th at Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., 337 Hudson Street, Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY. Services and Military Honors will be private. Cremation will take place at Cedar Hill Crematory, Middle Hope, NY. Memorial Contributions in Henry’s name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Shriners Hospital for Children. Arrangements are entrusted to Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc.; to send condolences or to get directions to the funeral home, please go to www.Quigleybros.com
September 1, 1931 - July 22, 202109/01/193107/22/2021
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Lorraine Gamma
August 6, 2021
Henry, Elizabeth and Cameron,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I am just reading about it now as I am down in Surfside, South Carolina for most of the summer. I love the fact that he wrote his own obituary. I just wanted to let you know that I was thinking about yo...
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David Sherwood
July 27, 2021
I remember Henry's old Ford convertible, I worked on it at the Ford Garage in C-on-H after his trip to Canada. I went to CHS and Henry's dad had a restaurant and the family home across the street from the school on Willow Ave. I remember Henry well, and always thought ... Continue Reading
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Rosi
July 27, 2021
Very honored to have had the pleasure of knowing and hearing Henry share his stories... St. John and your Antares sending peace and love.
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Joanne Grant
July 26, 2021
To all of you. You are in my heart and in my thoughts at this time. Henry was special .So special. He left his impact everywhere. In latter years, our “chats” took place in the Cornwall post office parking lot where cars honked to get around us. We were always so en... Continue Reading
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Tribute Store
July 25, 2021
Love- Jane, Bruce, Kara, Alyssa, Kelsey, and Matt
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Peter, Carolee, Julie, Katie and families
July 25, 2021
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July 24, 2021
Henry will remain in our hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Richard Robinson
July 24, 2021
I am sorry for your loss !
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Raymond Leduc, Sr.
July 24, 2021
Betty and family,
It is so sad, so very sad to learn of Henry's death. I have fond memories of being his coworker in the social studies department at NJH (1965-1970). I also have wonderful memories of the several "end of the year" lunches that were prepared by Henry. M...
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William Way
July 24, 2021
I work with Henry when he was a sub at Heritage Middle school. He painted the library while there. He had so much energy. One day, a student, who didn't follow library rules was sitting quietly and doing what he was suppose to do. I went over to this student and ask... Continue Reading