A gift that lasts forever Medallions and keychains for Christmas.
Sign in Shop
Portrait of Antonio P Costa
In Loving Memory of Antonio Costa

Antonio P Costa

January 15, 1958 – November 15, 2025
Lived 67 years
St. Michael’s · Stratford, Connecticut
Antonio, or known by many as, “Tony / TJ” lived a life defined by hard work, love, and devotion to his family and community. After coming to the United States from Portugal, he proudly built his own business and became a beloved member of the Portuguese community, known for his passion for cars, soccer, music, and bringing people together. Above all, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose kindness and spirit touched everyone he met. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed, but we find comfort knowing he is now at peace and watching over our family.
Life story

Antonio lived a life filled with love, hard work, and deep devotion to his family and community. Born in Portugal and later building a life in Connecticut, he worked tirelessly to create opportunities for his family, proudly owning and running his own business and becoming a well-known and respected member of the Portuguese community. He had a passion for cars, soccer, music, and bringing people together, and his joyful spirit and generosity touched everyone he met.

Above all, Antonio was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose greatest happiness came from spending time with his loved ones. His kindness, laughter, and the memories he created with family and friends will live on forever. He was deeply loved by so many and will be greatly missed. We take comfort in knowing he is now at peace and hope he continues to shine down on our family from above.

“Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there.

I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow.

I am the diamond glints on snow.

I am the sunlight on ripened grain.

I am the gentle autumn rain.

When you awaken in the morning’s hush I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight.

I am the soft stars that shine at night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there.

I did not die.”

Read the obituary
Photos
Photo book

Antonio’s life, in a printed book

We design every page from Antonio’s 39 photos. Make it yours, then order a copy for everyone who loved Antonio.

Lifetime

The world Antonio knew

Family milestones in gold, history for context

1958
Born January 15
1959
Antonio was 1 when Barbie made her debut
1967
Antonio was 9 when the first Super Bowl was played
1971
Antonio was 13 when Walt Disney World opened in Florida
1982
Antonio was 24 when "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" opened in theaters
1998
Antonio was 40 when "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" was published in America
2005
Antonio was 47 when the first video was posted to YouTube
2010
Antonio was 52 when Apple's iPad went on sale
2022
Antonio was 64 when ChatGPT was released to the public
2025
Passed away November 15, age 67
Tributes and memories

Be the first to share a memory

No account needed. Have one? Sign in

How are you connected to Antonio?
Family and friends

Help manage Antonio's memorial

Family members and close friends can help add photos, stories and moments from Antonio's life. Ask the family to add you.

Sign in to ask
Visit
St. Michael’s
Stratford, Connecticut
Get directions to the cemetery

Share Antonio's memorial

Invite family and friends to visit and add their own memories.