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Fernando Joseph Costilla “Weddo”

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Fernando “Weddo” Joseph Costilla, 51, of Fremont, OH passed away on June 13, 2020 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo. He was born on January 10, 1969 in Dayton, OH to Fernando G. and Mary L. (Melchor-Rodriguez) Costilla. He was a 1987 graduate of Fremont Ross/Vanguard High School.

Weddo worked as a de-molder at Woodbridge for six years. He previously worked at Nickle’s Bakery and was the former owner of World Fitness and Tanning. Weddo enjoyed going to the gym and bench press competitions. He had a great sense of humor and loved children. He also had a love for food, music and drawing.

Weddo is survived by his parents; stepdaughter, Kaylee Warner; siblings, Sandy (Bill) Costilla-Pasch, Daniel (Laura) Costilla, Marisa (Andy) Moya, all of Fremont, OH; best friend, Jerry (Missy) Rogers; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Anita and Ventura Costilla, Maria Rodriguez, Juan Rodriguez, Jr, and Jose Luis Melchor.

Visitation: Wednesday, June 17, 2020 from 2 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH

Private service will be held for the family.
Services will be available to view on his obituary page at www.whhfh.com on Friday, June 19, 2020.

Private burial will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date.

Memorials: American Cancer Society or Surest Path Recovery Center

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  1. Esther Perez-Shroyer

    June 15, 2020 at 4:48 pm

    Weddo!! During this Coronavirus shut down is when we finally were able to talk! I told you then, I’m always here to listen to you, lend an ear or a shoulder!! I have read so many tributes on Facebook because you were a Character Bigger than life!!
    Plus, you were something for my ego!! Constantly calling me about my salsa!! I’m going to make a Fierce one this year and name it after you!! The Weddo Costilla Ass Kicker!! I love you and I will be here for your brother and sisters! RIH

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  2. Conrad and Enedelia Valle

    June 15, 2020 at 4:49 pm

    Our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones. May he rest in peace. Our prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow.

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  3. Victoria Rodriguez

    June 15, 2020 at 4:52 pm

    Costilla family,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Praying that God give you all strength and peace during this time. Remember him and celebrate him as we have with photos and memories of fun times together. God bless you all!! Rest in peace primo!

    Love Jim and Vicki Rodriguez

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  4. Shunnar Gamble

    June 15, 2020 at 5:02 pm

    My sincere condolences to the Costilla family. May God comfort you in your time of grief.

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  5. Ramiro and Carol martinez

    June 15, 2020 at 5:14 pm

    Rami and I want to offer our condolences we are hurting for you, our hearts go out to you compadres. I wish I could of made him his favorite cookies ( raisin oatmeal) . We know that Weddo is in Gods arms and He told God to put his arms around his family. We pray and May he RIP.

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  6. Aimee Webb

    June 15, 2020 at 5:56 pm

    I am so very sorry for your Loss

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  7. Blaine Hines

    June 15, 2020 at 6:06 pm

    Wow I am shocked so sorry to hear about my buddy Weddo.. to the Castilla family my deepest sincerest condolences. May God bless you with peace during this difficult time. From Blaine Hines and my family

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  8. Lisa Kohler

    June 15, 2020 at 6:06 pm

    We are so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. May peace and strength be with you. God bless, Fred and Lisa Kohler

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  9. Jesse Soto

    June 15, 2020 at 6:07 pm

    Ferni and Mary
    Our sincere condolences on the loss of your son. There are just no words to express our deep sorrow. May he Rest in Peace. May God comfort you and your family at this time. We are praying for strength for you at this difficult time.
    Love you all,
    Your cousin: Jesse Costilla Soto & Family (Barbara, Sandra & Dean)

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    • Kathy Krueger

      June 18, 2020 at 2:17 pm

      You’re in my thoughts, my heart, and my prayers.

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  10. Roy and Alicia Lucio

    June 15, 2020 at 6:27 pm

    So sorry for your loss compadres Mary and Ferni. We have no words enough to express the most sincere of our condolences to you for such a tremendous loss of your beloved son Weddo. We weren’t aware that he had been so ill for so long. May he rest in heavenly peace and may God with his infinite love for you, give you the strength it takes to get through this very difficult time in your lives. Love Roy and Alicia Lucio ✝️❤

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  11. Jon Ramirez

    June 15, 2020 at 7:16 pm

    Costilla Family I am sorry for your loss of Weddo. He was a great friend growing up and will never forget our times we had together. May God continue to watch over his soul and continue to bring you comfort during this time. Love and praying for you all.

    Jon Jon

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  12. Suzie Hernandez-Mendoza

    June 15, 2020 at 8:00 pm

    Mary n Ferni, please accept our deepest condolences during this most difficult time. Jesse and I will keep you and your family in our prayers.

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  13. Tim Dondero

    June 15, 2020 at 8:04 pm

    We are very sorry for your loss. There is nothing that can be said to make you feel better during this time. You should know Weddo touched many people, and we are praying for you during this difficult time.

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  14. Jack& Irma Villarreal

    June 15, 2020 at 9:34 pm

    Mary and Ferni our deepest condolences to you and your family so sorry about the loss of your son may the Lord give you strength, wisdom, peace during this days.Rest In Peace Weddo.

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  15. Brandi Grogan

    June 15, 2020 at 9:44 pm

    I am so sorry for your family. May God wrap you in his arms during this difficult time. God bless you all.

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  16. Sande Measimer

    June 15, 2020 at 10:01 pm

    Prayers and hugs to all. Weddo meant a lot to many people. He will be greatly missed. RIP Love Aunt Sande

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  17. Ryan “Beavis” Smith

    June 15, 2020 at 10:43 pm

    Weddo was a good dude! Was a member of his gym while he had it and always liked to see his smiling face. He was always positive! I’ll miss ya bro! My thoughts and prayers go to all his family. I’m sorry for your loss. Beavis

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  18. Stephan and Bobby Carter & Sons

    June 15, 2020 at 10:50 pm

    Marisa, Aleah, and all the Costilla Family,

    We said a prayer for you today…that God would touch you all with His healing hand, and give you the comfort and strength you need in this time of great loss.
    Please accept our deepest condolences.

    The Carter Family and
    JOURNEYS Family Amusement Center Crew

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  19. Larry and Kim Rodriguez

    June 15, 2020 at 11:00 pm

    Fernie, Mary and family, Kim and myself would like to offer our condolences to you and your family my family. I am heartbroke for all of you and will truely miss Weddo. I can only think about the good times that he and I had together and that’s what I want to remember most of all. Love you all

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  20. Bob and Sarah Rodriguez

    June 15, 2020 at 11:13 pm

    Mary and Ferni w are so very sorry for the loss of your precious son. May God bless and help you throuh one of the most difficult times in your life. May the wonderful memories comfort and keep you. All or love, Uncle Bob and Aunt Sarah

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  21. Heather Hasselbach

    June 15, 2020 at 11:23 pm

    So very sorry for your loss! I have a picture of Weddo when we still lived on Williams St that I will have to find and share with you all! The memories…that huge daggone boom box he carried around on his shoulder! What fun times to cherish! Hugs for all of you!!

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  22. Mike Garcia

    June 15, 2020 at 11:49 pm

    Ferni and Mary Costilla, We extend our Most Sincere, and Deepest Condolences to you and beautiful Family. Many will always cherish the Great Memories that Weddo has left us with. He will be Greatly Missed by the many lives he has touched. May God give you all the strength and guidance during this difficult time. Rest easy my Friend Love, Mike Dawn and the Garcia Family

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  23. ray monreal

    June 16, 2020 at 12:06 am

    You was a great friend of mine I’m going to miss you we always singing chentes song at work

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  24. Shirley Baker

    June 16, 2020 at 12:21 am

    Mary and Ferni: So sorry to hear of your Loss.Will be praying for you all..

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  25. John and Lori Gonzales

    June 16, 2020 at 12:26 am

    We shared much laughter and some tears. You were a huge part of my life. I will miss our daily talks. With heart felt condolences to the Costilla Family and all who loved him.

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  26. Mary Bennison & Karen Waltermeyer

    June 16, 2020 at 1:17 am

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with your family.

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  27. Ashley S. And Colt Gahn

    June 16, 2020 at 1:34 am

    With such an amazing family you all have, hold eachother tight during this difficult time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

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  28. Denise

    June 16, 2020 at 2:00 am

    My deepest sympathy to the Costilla Family!
    May you find comfort in peace in all the memories that are shared. He was a special person in a lot of peoples lives and will never be forgotten. Eternal peace….
    Denise Pfefferle- Workman and Sonny Workman

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  29. Trinidad and Rita Costilla Serrato

    June 16, 2020 at 2:14 am

    Fernando and Mary We are so very sorry for the loss of your son, Primo. Our thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

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  30. Craig Hilty

    June 16, 2020 at 4:11 am

    So sorry – cherish the memories as they will bring smiles/ laughs and love – RIP bro …….

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  31. Guadalupe Lopez Parrish

    June 16, 2020 at 4:27 am

    Mary and Fernando, words cannot express the sorrow I feel for your loss. May the good memories provide comfort at this time. My prayers are with you and your family. God be with to comfort and give you strength.

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  32. Irma & Frank Celestino

    June 16, 2020 at 11:51 am

    Costilla family,
    Our sincerest sympathies to you. He is rejoicing with our Lord.
    Peace be with you.

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  33. Teresa Linares

    June 16, 2020 at 12:52 pm

    Fernando & Mary, we send our condolences to you y La Familia.

    Luis & Teresa Linares
    Toledo,OH

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  34. Janie and David Rodriguez

    June 16, 2020 at 1:46 pm

    David and I are so sorry for your loss .thinking of you ,Fernie and the family ..hug

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  35. helen lozano

    June 16, 2020 at 4:01 pm

    To the family of Fernando Costilla, LOVING MEMORIES SUSTAIN US IN TIMES OF SADNESS, from the family of Helen Flores Lozano, (widow of Richard Lozano).

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  36. Irene Casillas

    June 16, 2020 at 8:18 pm

    My condolences to the Costilla family. Rest assured you will be in my prayers. I am at a loss for words. God bless you all. May He embrace you and give you courage and strength to go through this moment.
    Amen. ❤️❤️

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  37. Stacy Wasserman

    June 16, 2020 at 10:25 pm

    Sending much love and many hugs! God bless your family today and always!

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  38. Estella Garza

    June 17, 2020 at 2:00 am

    Mary and Fernie my deepest condolences to you and your whole family. This is Ramiro Almaguer s Sister , Blanca Estella from Texas. I just heard about your son. I lost Henry almost 2 years ago to cancer. My heart breaks for you all. You’re in my prayers. ❤️

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  39. Jesse & Nora Esquivel

    June 17, 2020 at 1:28 pm

    Costilla Family,
    Our deepest condolences to the family! Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.

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  40. Tracy Peterson

    June 17, 2020 at 3:47 pm

    So sorry for the Costilla family & everyone else who knew “Weddo”! He had a personality that made people just love him! He always made me laugh with his sense of humor . . I never ever seen him mad! I can imagine he is looking down & just amazed by the outpouring of love & support for his family & friends he had to leave behind! May he be at peace in heaven!

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  41. Belinda Gonzales Graber

    June 17, 2020 at 8:36 pm

    Mary, So very sorry for the loss of your son. May all your wonderful memories get you through the difficult days ahead. Thoughts and many prayers for you and your family. Belinda Gonzales Graber & Sira Gonzales

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  42. Laura Lino

    June 18, 2020 at 12:08 am

    Fernando y Maria Se que no hay consuelo cuando se trata de la pérdida de un hijo, pero ahora tienen un Ángel en el reyno de Dios que los acompañará por siempre. El solo nos lleva la delantera y algún día volveremos a encontrarnos. Ya saben hoy más que nunca pueden contar con mi sincera amistad Reciban nuestro más sentido pésame. Laura Lino y Familia
    Brownsville, Texas

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  43. Bob and Char Hernandez

    June 18, 2020 at 11:16 am

    Mary and Fernie, sorry to hear about your son, our love and prayers to you and your family. ❤

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