Riley Costello Obituary, Death – Holy Family University Community Mourns 21-Year-Old Student

The Holy Family University community in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is mourning the reported death of Riley Costello, a 21-year-old student in the university’s School of Arts & Sciences.

Riley’s passing has brought profound sadness to her classmates, professors, staff members and others who knew her through the university. In a message shared with the Holy Family community, the university remembered Riley for her “bright, energetic presence” and the kindness she brought to those around her.

She was described as a valued member of the university community whose presence made a meaningful impression on the people she encountered. Her absence is now being felt across campus as students, faculty and staff come together to process the loss.

Beyond the university, Riley’s death has also brought grief to her family, friends and others who knew and loved her. Those closest to her are now holding onto their memories of her and the moments they shared.

Memorial Service for Riley Costello

Holy Family University has announced a memorial gathering in Riley’s honor for Wednesday, September 16, at 4:30 p.m.

The memorial will be held in the chapel at Nazareth Academy High School in Philadelphia, providing members of the Holy Family community with an opportunity to come together, remember Riley and support one another during this difficult time.

The gathering will allow classmates, faculty, staff and friends to reflect on Riley’s life and the impression she made during her time at the university. The community has also been encouraged to care for themselves and one another while navigating the grief surrounding her passing.

Riley will be remembered for the energy, warmth and kindness she brought to the Holy Family community. Although her life was cut short at 21, the relationships she formed and the memories she created will continue to be cherished by those who knew her.

As members of the university community gather to honor her memory, their thoughts remain with Riley’s family, friends and everyone affected by her death.

May Riley Costello rest in peace.