Henry 'Hank' Costa

Henry "Hank" Anthony Costa a lifelong resident of Contra Costa County died at his home in Lafayette, Calif. on Jan. 31. He was 79.

Born July 25, 1934, Costa was the only child of Henry and Eleanor (Fregulia) Costa. As a youngster, he worked every summer on his grandparent's ranch in Concord.

He attended Alhambra High School in Martinez and graduated with a bachelor of arts degree in accounting from Golden Gate University.

Costa served in the U.S. Navy for four years and worked as an accountant for 36 years at the Lab.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Robin; son, David; daughter, Diane Blue, step-children, Sean Flaherty, Lynn Houser and three grandchildren.

A celebration of his life will be held on Feb. 16 at 3 p.m. at Lafayette Christian Church Disciples of Christ, 584 Glenside Dr. Lafayette, Calif.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Contra Costa County Sheriff's Search and Rescue, 50 Glacier Dr., Martinez CA 94533.