Mary Coste Obituary

Hal,
We were terribly saddened to hear of Karen's death last month. Bobby and I will always remember her fondly from our weekly Monday night meetings.
May her memory be a blessing to all who knew and loved her.

Warmest regards,
Iris and Bobby Kornhauser

She was a great teacher! So sorry for your loss!

Hal and Charlotte, I´m so saddened to hear about Karen´s passing. I´m going to miss seeing her out and about on her golf cart and the fun lunches we had together. We feel so blessed to have met her. I loved her quick wit and zest for life. I will miss her dearly. Please know you are both in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Kelly and Georges Mahama

Hal and Charlotte we are so very sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.

As a parent of two of Karen's middle school students, it was a blessing to observe how much she cared for her students. Each child, especially the difficult ones, knew they were respected, and that she would always make time to see them as individuals. Thank you, Karen, for caring for my children! We are praying for the family.

Hal and Charlotte, our hearts break for you and your family at the loss of Karen. She was a life well lived, such a positive impact on so many. May God comfort you with peace beyond understanding.

Hal and Charlotte we are so sorry for your loss... she will be greatly missed around the island and by the Scarpa´s ,thinking about you and sending our love

My deepest sympathy to Hal and Charlotte on the death of your wife and mother. May God´s blessings be a comfort to you at this time. May she rest in eternal peace.

Sister Stella Maris Craven

Hal, or thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so glad I met her when I moved to the island.
Barbara Claypoole

So sorry to hear of this sad news. My sincere condolences to Karen´s entire family. RIP

Karen was an important factor in my child´s success In school and life. Hal I know you miss her.She was such a great person.

May the Lord bless you and keep you and make His face shine upon you as you grieve the loss of Karen. I will remember Karen´s dedication to the students at Moultrie Middle School.
Carol Salas

Hal and Charlotte - I was so saddened to read that Karen had passed away. In my memories she will always be 18 years old and we will be walking the IOP beach enjoying our youth. I know how much you will miss her. Much love to you all. Kathy (Santos) Cowart

My sincere condolences for the loss of Karen. What a giant in the community! Hal and Charlotte, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Grief brings swift reminders that a life like Karen Dowds Coste touches the very things that matter. She is one of the teachers who influenced my decision to attend Winthrop when others thought that would never happen. And she taught an English class at Ft. Johnson when I was a student. She could write backwards on the chalkboard and I thought that was so cool! I am so glad she pushed me on writing. May her family know how she blessed a lot of students!

I befriended Karen many years ago through Barbara Spell on Sullivan's Island and I found her to be a wonderfully warm, funny spitfire of a gal...always quick witted, smart and kind and always a fun joy to spend time with, whether for a few minutes or a few hours. My deep condolences to Hal and Charlotte and the grandkids and extended family. May God provide you with comfort in your grief through shared memories and her fiery spirit that you'll carry with you always, Kimberly Satriale

Hal and Charlotte, I´m so sorry to hear the sad news about Karen. My sincerest condolences to you.

Hal and Charlotte and familly. My sympathy for your loss. God be with you at this sad time.

Hal and family, I am saddened to read of your loss. May God grant you with peace and comfort now and you n the days to follow

Miss Dowds taught me French at Fort Johnson High. Her quick humor was my style and built my interest in her class. It´s fair to say her enthusiasm was why I also majored in French at the College of Charleston. I´m sure I´m not the only one she had a profound impact on.

My deepest sympathies to her family, friends and students.

Merçi beaucoup et bonne journée. Adieu.

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

My deepest sympathies to Hal, Charlotte and all the family. Karen was a bright light and I have many wonderful memories from our Winthrop days and through all these years. Thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.