Maurice Costlow
November 9, 1945 ~ December 22, 2021
Pierceson Maurice Costlow, of Bois D'Arc, Texas, left this world on Wednesday, the 22nd day of December 2021 to join the angels singing. Mr. Costlow, better known as "Maurice", "Pawpaw", or "Rink", passed away at Palestine Regional Medical Center at the age of 76. He was born on the 9th day of November 1945, in Athens, Texas, to parents Ray E. Costlow and Ovie Nell Pierce.
When Maurice was 19, he met the love of his life Judy and they journeyed through life together for 56 years. He is the 3rd of seven siblings and planted his roots on the family farm in Bois D'Arc. He is remembered as a hard-working husband and father. He made a living with his hands and there was not a thing he could not fix. He taught many how to hunt, fish, and even cheat playing Rummy and 42. In his last years he was given great joy when getting to play with Paxton and Boston, two of his great-grandchildren.
Maurice had a way of making everyone feel welcome and wiped away many tears and placed a thousand smiles. Maurice loved music and playing the guitar and singing at late night jam sessions with his family. He leaves behind a music legacy that will live on in his kids, and grandkids.
Maurice joins in Heaven his parents, Ray and Ovie Costlow, and nephews, Brandon Costlow and Keith Newburn.
Maurice will live on in the lives of his wife Judy Costlow of 56 years; four children, Steve Costlow and wife Carol, Todd Costlow, Brandy Watson and husband Karl, and Mandy Seale; five sisters, Ovie Jean Lambright, Nell Waldon, Liz Missildine, Penny Costlow, Daphy Costlow; and one brother, Orre Costlow. Maurice is also survived by his grandchildren, Lauren Costlow, Alli Bullard, Ashlyn Evans, Colby Seale, Carly Seale, and Tiffany Brown; ten great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Graveside services to honor Maurice Costlow's life are to be conducted at two o'clock in the afternoon, on Sunday, the 26th day of December 2021 at Hopewell Cemetery.
Graveside services for Pierceson Maurice Costlow are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas.
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Judy and family Im sorry for your loss praying for you. I remember in high school Maurice was the first boy to become a cheerleader. Then years later when Brandy and Laurie got in trouble with Mr. Chavez. He accused them of cheating on an assignment. Mr. Chavez accused Beri and Maurice of putting a shrunk on his porch. Just some memories from years ago. I enjoyed being around Maurice. Also our kiddos going to school together.
We send our deepest sympathy and love to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Milton and Betty Conaway
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Maurice in high school and he was such a sweet young man. God bless you all.
Prayers for peace and comfort .
Kathie Buzz Sides
Very sad to hear this news. Like many, Maurice had a huge impact on my life and I will forever be thankful for it. His heart contained a passion for making people happy through music. We had some good times back in the old days and Ill always treasure those memories. Heidi and I and the kids will be praying for Gods Comfort and Grace to be with Judy and the Costlow family during this time. With Love, Derek, Heidi, Gus, Abby-Kate, Janie, and Cora Spence