Julie Grace Costales

Julie Grace Costales, age 54, passed away on Thursday, September 30, 2021 surrounded by her family and close friends. Beloved daughter of the late John V. Costales and the late Grace A. Costales; Loving sister of Tommy Costales (Teena), Joyce Peterson (Keith), Jenny "Carol" Vallot, Magaly "Maggie" Aviles-Costales, and Ana "Liz" Dufrene (Grant). She was preceded in death by her siblings: Patsy Costales Landry and Johnny Patrick Costales. She was the proud aunt of many nieces and nephews, whom she enjoyed spending all of her free time with at the park and other outings. Julie was a native of New Orleans, LA, and a longtime resident of the Westbank. She was a loyal employee of Cusanza Enterprises for many years, where she worked as the office manager. Her passions were writing stories and poetry, as well as spending quality time with her family and friends. She dedicated her life to caring for her disabled parents until they passed. She will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to know her. Relatives and close friends of the family are invited to attend a Celebration of Life at the Lion’s Club of Metairie located at 1627 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA on Sunday, October 17 from 3-6PM. Mothe Funeral Home is assisting the family during this difficult time. Family and friends are encouraged to share their condolences, stories, and memories by visiting: www.mothefunerals.com .