Brian Anthony Costa

Visitation will be held at People's Funeral Home, 501 N Douty, Hanford, CA on February 13, 2014 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

The funeral service will be held at Glad Tidings Church, 750 E Grangeville Blvd, Hanford, CA on February 15, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. with Pastor Eric Pearson of Calvary Christian Center officiating followed by a time of food and fellowship. A private burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Hanford. People's Funeral Chapel is handling the funeral arrangements.

Brian was born in Hanford, CA to Richard and Adeline Costa on May 17, 1964. He went to high school at Kings Christian High School in Hanford and graduated in 1982. Brian worked as a carpenter for a majority of his adult life. Approximately seven years ago, Brian's renewed fire for God took off with much enthusiasm. He began with Teen Challenge in Riverside, CA and upon completion, enrolled in the Teen Challenge Institute of Ministry. Brian waited patiently for God to direct his steps, which ultimately led him to CORD Ministries located in Victorville, CA. In addition, Brian joined the Assembly of God Youth Ministries, also located in Victorville. Brian had a passion for children and a desire to reach parents/adults and bring them to Christ through children. This passion was evident in his role with CORD Ministries and enabled him to touch the lives of numerous children and adults and introduce them to the Lord.

Brian loved to travel spreading the Word of God, just completing a trip to El Salvador late 2013. Brian had many plans for future events that stretched across the United States and abroad. His desire was for the Word of God to reach all areas of the world.

Brian is preceded in death by his wife, Shana and his infant brother, Jeffrey.

Brian is survived by his father and mother, Richard and Adeline Costa of Hanford, CA, his four siblings’, Brothers Rick Costa of Nampa, ID, Patrick Costa & wife Minnetta of Visalia, CA, Keith Costa & wife Stephanie of Scottsdale, AZ and Sister Michelle Brooks & husband Jeff of Hanford, CA, 12 nieces & nephews and numerous great nieces & nephews.

The family of Brian wishes to extend their gratefulness to the numerous family members and friends who have called on them during this difficult time. Your thoughts and prayers have been greatly appreciated. Family and Friends may visit www.peoplesfuneralchapel.com to send flowers and condolences to the family.

Family and Friends may visit www.peoplesfuneralchapel.com to send flowers and condolences to the family.