Karen Costa

Karen E. Costa, 71, passed away June 2, 2015 after a brief hospitalization at OHSU in Portland. She was born in Denver, Colo., on January 13, 1944. Being raised in Austin, Minn., she graduated from Pacelli High School in 1962. Karen was fortunate enough to have realized her childhood dreams of working in the travel industry and having the ability to travel the world over.

Karen moved to Fort Myers, Florida in 1972 and later resided in St. Petersburg, Florida. Karen met the love of her life in 1983, John Gibson, while both were attending a travel trade show as Cruise Ship Sales Representatives. Upon retirement, Karen moved to Cathlamet, Wash., John's birthplace, in 1996. Karen loved Cathlamet's beauty and people, and felt blessed to have had 19 wonderful years in Cathlamet.

Karen was preceded in death by her parents John and Elizabeth "Betty" Costa, and numerous aunts and uncles.

Karen is survived by John Gibson of Cathlamet, Wash .; sister Barbara Francis (Delwin) of Denver, Colo .; brothers John Costa and Dr. Joseph C. Costa (Jane), both of St. Paul, Minn.

Karen was a beautiful person, devoted daughter, loving sister, treasured partner, and welcoming friend. Karen will be missed by all who knew and loved Karen, Sweet Karen.

A memorial service was held on Sunday, June 7, 2015 at St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Cathlamet, Wash.

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