Gary J. Costabile, age 66, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on July 8, 1957, to the late Silvio and Costantina (Perri) Costabile. Gary worked at Ocean Spray for 40 plus years doing various jobs within the company. Gary married his love, Patti Gibson, on September 19, 1981. They were very active at Holy Rosary and later became members at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Gary was an athletic director and loved coaching when his girls were younger. As they grew up, he enjoyed more time with his family, cooking, tending to his vegetable garden and woodworking. He is survived by his wife, Patti; children, Kim (Mike) Mertz and Michelle (Eric) Gross; grandchildren, Abigail, Gracelyn, and Gianna Gross; siblings, Alfred (MaryAnn) Turco, Lil Russo, Henry (Cassie) Turco, Anna Wood, Tony (Donna) Costabile, Diane Spallato, and countless other family members. A visitation will be held on Thursday May 23, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Proko Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Church 7307 40th Ave at 12:00 NOON. Entombment immediately after at All Saints Mausoleum.Proko Funeral Home & and Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & and Sign Gary’sOnline Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Scott Stears
May 26, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Costabile family.
Vicki Richards
May 25, 2024
After having worked with and been friends with Gary and Patti for many years, I am very sad for Gary and his family. I will miss talking with him and his bantering with Patti, his daughters and granddaughters.
Rob Schuirmann
May 23, 2024
Patti, So sorry for your loss. I wasn’t able to make the service today but wanted to give our condolences.Gary was one of the good guys.He will be missed.Rob Schuirmann
Sue Olsen
May 22, 2024
So very sorry for Your loss🥲Gary an I worked for many years together! Became great Friends, He will Be Missed by So Many🙏🏻🙏🏻Thoughts an Prayers go out to his family 🙏🏻
Diana Bierdz
May 22, 2024
Patti and family. So sorry to hear about Gary. All of us at Ocean Spray were very close. We always had a lot of laughs together. Gary was always so nice to me. Especially when I didn't know what I was doing on the jobs in the sauce department. Please know he will always be with you. The good memories of Gary can help through this painful time.With deepest condolences. Diana Bierdz
Michele Krause
May 22, 2024
To Patti and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Gary was a bright and friendly presence in the neighborhood. We always looked forward to the fresh vegetables he would share with us from your garden as it also gave us a chance to visit with him.Heaven has gained an Angel. Scott and Michele Krause.
Scott Krause
May 22, 2024
My Dear Neighbor Buddy! Michele & I are sure that you Fly With Angels. You & I would watch out and help our friend Mr. Bill particularly after winter storms. I found it a challenge to beat you to the piled snow (aaargh, those snowplows! 😣), but one or both of us would try to clear his driveway and sidewalks before he could bundle up and plod along behind his snowblower. Given time we would meet after snow was removed, our faces red from wind & snow, our moustaches dripping melted snow and frosty breath. You earned your way into heaven. Save a spot for us. Save a spot for us. Make sure there's no snow!! Michele & Scott
Janet
May 22, 2024
Sending you and your family gentle hugs n warm thoughts . Love 💕
George Sandberg
May 21, 2024
It was nice working 35 years with Gary. He was a true friend inside and outside of work. He will be missed but not forgoten. George and Debbie Sandberg