Matthew Luis Costarella, 21, of Cabbage Hill, Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, September 6, 2012 unexpectedly.  Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Louise A. Antonetti, and Matthew T. Costarella and step-mother, Leigh.

Matthew attended Sacred Heart School and graduated from Phoenix Academy.  He was in the US Navy Reserves.  He was very active at Family Life Community Church of Lancaster and was passionate in leading people to the Lord.  Matthew was a very good cook and liked sushi.  He loved the beach and enjoyed being outdoors, running, swimming, frisbee golf and rollerblading with his father.

The name of Matthew means the gift from God, and he truly was a gift and the best son a mother could ask for. Matthew loved spending time with his family and friends.

Surviving in addition to his parents, Matthew and Louise, is his son; Jonathan S. Costarella; 3 brothers; Aaron M. Drumm, Alexander M. Colon and Nelson A. Martinez; maternal grandfather; Luis L. Antonetti; and paternal grandmother; Anne F. Costarella all of Lancaster.  He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother; Dolly L. Spece-Antonetti and paternal grandfather; Eugene V. Costarella.

A Funeral Service will be held at 2 PM on Monday, September 10, 2012 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King St., Lancaster, PA 17602 with Minister Sandra L. Dean officiating.  A viewing will be held from 12noon-2 PM at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Matthew's memory for his son, Jonathan, to Belco Community Credit Union, 454 South Duke Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 or 201 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603.  To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 717-393-9661