Born 26 July 1945, Cliff died peacefully on 11 August 2020.
Predeceased by his parents, Donald Edward Costin (1959) and Anna Stella Hammond Costin (2000), and by his brother, Donald Richard Costin (2007). Survived by many nieces and nephews.
Although born in Hamilton, he lived most of his life in the Town of Essex. He will be much remembered for his shy smile, a very dry sense of humour, his love of sports and his kindness to everyone. Because of a serious car accident in 1963, Cliff suffered nearly constant discomfort and pain, but never complained. He tried to be as independent as he could for as long as he could. He had a truly indomitable spirit. The staff at the Village of St. Clair (4th floor Talbot Wing) were very good and supportive to Cliff and he considered them to be part of his extended family. Cliff will be greatly missed by all those who had the good fortune to know him.
On Cliff’s instructions, cremation has already taken place and no service will be held because of COVID. He will be buried with his parents.