Patrick Joseph Costa

On August 29, 2020, Patrick Joseph Costa at the age of 87, left to join Elsie “Cookie” Costa, his beloved wife of 57 years who passed away in 2008. She gave him their three wonderful children, David (Ann) Costa, Dianne (Daniel) Wininger, and Nancy (David) Ducote, of whom he was most proud. Pat was also blessed with the love and devotion of his three grandchildren, Lindsay, Mickey, and Amy, and his beautiful great-granddaughter, Addie. They brought him lots of happiness. Pat will also be missed by his thoughtful and gracious friend, Peggy Walker.

Pat was preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy and Jennie Costa, his brother, Jim Jr., and his most beloved companion and loyal dog, Larry.

Although a graduate of Loyola Law School as a criminal defense attorney, his fondest school memories were his four years at St. Aloysius High.

Pat was a lifelong enthusiast and student of World War II history. He was a charter member of the National WWII Museum, where he gave several lectures on the events of the war. His days started with Mass and ended with a cocktail. Pat was an incredible cook, and his French toast and stuffed artichokes were legendary among his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.

A private Memorial Mass will be held at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church among his immediate family members. Interment will be at St. Patrick Cemetery No. 3.

The family invites you to share fond memories and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.