Áine (Annette) COSTIGAN

Annette: Your life's vocation in search of social justice took you from Mount Juliette to Cork City, Nigeria, Canada, Afghanistan, Kenya, Sudan, India and Lebanon.

You were an inspiration to those you met. Your spirit was alive, awake, complete.

Suaimhneas Sioari Air.

I am so sorry and shocked to hear about the passing of Áine. I worked with Aine in Sudan and would count the days to her visits to Khartoum from the field. She was great fun and very supportive. Never a dull moment when Aine was around. RIP Aine you'll be missed.

I was part of the middle part of the Ottawa episode of Annette’s life. She was such a vibrant presence, with a determination to live fully despite life’s challenges. It’s hard to believe that she could succumb.

She loved my family of the time too, and was Auntie Annette. She helped us move in 1988, and really put her back into it. She was loving. She was consequent and principled. Her scope was global. She disappeared from my life for all intents and purposes over 20 years ago but I miss her.

I first met Áine through volunteer activities in Ottawa in the late 1980s. Her sense of humour was infectious. In the early 90s, she hired me to join a small NGO focused on HIV globally. It was a time when few in international development were giving any attention to the pandemic. We worked together for several years. There was rarely a dull moment.

Áine's dedication to the issues coupled with her drive and wry humour made it a special time in my career. She contributed so much to social justice and opportunity for marginalized voices in numerous countries. She will be missed.

So sorry to hear of Aine’s death. I had the pleasure of getting to know her during her recent years with Concern. Her courage, bravery and compassion while working in Afghanistan was remarkable. She was a great woman. May she rest in peace.

I am terribly saddened to hear about Annette’s passing. We shared such great times together back in the seventies in UCC. My heartfelt condolences to all her family. May she spread as much happiness in the next life as she did in this.

My condolences to all the costigan family on the sad passing of Annette. I have met her on a few occasions over the years through family connections and she was so kind and warm and had lots of stories for me about my family over the years ❤️ may you rest peacefully Annette x

So sorry to hear about the passing of Aine

Deepest sympathy on the passing of Aine in my thoughts and prayers

Aine: You were my first love and i will never forget you. 💚

I hired Aine to work at the Canadian Co-operative Association in 1988 as our first Women in Development Officer, a role she excelled in. I came to know her as a wonderful, sensitive human being and to admire her as a strong feminist. My heart goes out to her friends and family.

Shocked to hear of Áine's passing. We have the fondest of memories of our times together in Nigeria. Our sincerest condolences to all her family in Thomastown and all her friends.

Brendan & Adrian & your Families, very sorry to hear of the passing of your dear Sister , May she rest in Peace .

My sincere condolences on the passing of Áine to her brother Brendan and all her family and friends. May she Rest in Peace.

Deepest sympathy to Benny and the Costigan family on the sad passing of Aine. May she rest in peace.

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Áine. I worked with her in Concern in 2017 when she worked in Afghanistan. She was always so dedicated and passionate about her work. Sincere condolences. May Áine rest in peace.

I was so so sad to hear of the passing of Aine. She was a remarkable woman, so passionate about her work and especially gender equality. I had the honour to have worked with her over the years in Concern. She touched so many people with her kindness and also her sense of humour. Forever gone, never forgotten. May she RIP

I was very saddened indeed to hear of the passing of Áine. My deepest condolences to her family and friends across the world. I first met Áine at Kimmage as a dynamic director. But it was in Sudan where I got to know her well, when she joined the Concern team, spending extensive periods in the challenging Darfur context (and the heartbreaking situation now makes us think of the colleagues and communities there). Áine was an exceptionally committed individual - to human rights, gender equality, impactful programmes and treating colleagues and communities with care, dignity and respect. Despite such serious matters and being a 'mighty woman', Áine had a great sense of humour and we had lots of laughs along the way. I feel so blessed to have had her come into my life and humbled, but not surprised, to hear of the many others she has touched along the way. Robala ka khotso - rest in peace dear Áine.

Deepest sympathy to Aine’s extended family, may she rest in peace.

A wild woman wending her way in the midst of a storm - when was it ever different? Áine's wide lens on life never narrowed nor her passion wane for the sacred nature of all living things - and was graced with a rare courage and humour throughout. All gratitude to her family and friends for creating a ritual leave taking redolent of her true nature. Áine settled in the Railway Works Estate in Inchicore, and we were honoured to know her - Beir Bua

Our sincere condolences to Brendan and the Costigan family on the very sad passing of Annette.She will be fondly membered from her days studying Hons Maths,in St Kierans,may she rest in peace.

My deepest condolence to Aine's family. I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Aine in Concern Worldwide West Darfur programme. Aine had an amazing work ethic. I will be forever greatful for her positive influence and support she gave to me. May Aine rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to the extended Costigan family and her extended worldwide family.
I have warm memories of her from my younger years, when I would be sent to my country cousins for summer holidays in Mountjuliet, and of her visits to the Oilmills. There was never a dull moment when Annette was around.
May she rest in peace.

Even as a young girl, I knew Aine was a powerful woman. She was not afraid to stand out and to be seen in all of her passion, vibrancy, warmth and colour and I looked up to her for this. As I grew older, I learnt more about the courage and strength of her journey in all the hard work she did to support those most in need and my admiration for her only grew more. I have no doubt that wherever she is now, Aine is shining brightly as always, in her authentic, unique light. It was such a pleasure to know her.
My heart is with her family and those closest to her at this saddening time.

My condolences to the family. Aine was my aunt even though I’m not really part of the family. She helped to raise me when my mother was working and I’m forever grateful for the levity, the light and the love that she brought while she was in my life.

RIP Auntie

Sincere Sympathy to the Costigan Family on the Sad passing of Áine .
May She Rest In Peace.

My sincere condolences, Benny, Niamh and family.

I am struck by grief by Aine's passing...too soon! We still had a Camino to walk and so many other projects. Aine was a fierce comrade in the struggle for women's rights, had one of the biggest hearts on earth, would send us into laughters till our bellies hurt...she was a great friend, proud person and went too soon...she will be dearly missed and I send all of my deepest sympathies to the whole family and her community of friends worldwide. Much love, xx

Our sincere condolences to Helen, Adrian, Brendan and the extended family on the death of Annette.
Fond memories of our neighbours the Costigan family when they lived in The Jocks and later at Station Road.
It is some years since I last met Annette when visiting Station Road at Christmas time. Loved listening to all her stories about her work and travels all over the world.
Rest in peace Annette now reunited with your parents, Johnny and Chrissie.

I was so sorry to hear the sad news of Áine’s untimely passing. Although we only worked together for a short time in Irish Aid, she brought her unforgettable energy and passion for communities affected by HIV/AIDS to everything she did. Sincere condolences to all her family and friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.

Deepest Condolences to Adrian, Maria, Darragh, Josh and all the Costigan family on the loss of Aine. Our thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time.

Sincere sympathy to Helen and family on the passing of Annette fond memories of you both down in Mount Juliet years ago we had great fun. May her gentle soul rest in the hands of the Lord

Sincere condolences to all Aine’s family and friends. I was shocked to hear of her untimely passing. I knew Aine when she worked with Irish Aid and subsequently with DTalk and Concern. She was incredibly passionate about her work and her values , always engaging and looking to do the right thing. She will be remembered and much missed by many. May her soul rest in God’s peace.

My deepest sympathies to Aine's family on her untimely passing. Whether sitting having a coffee with her on the banks of the Nile in Khartoum or when our paths crossed again in northern Lebanon, things were never dull when Aine was around. Full of life, generosity and joie de vivre that was soul lifting may she now find rest eternal.

I am very sorry to hear that the wonderful Aine has passed. My sincere condolences to the Costigan family and Àine's many friends. Àine was lion hearted, courageous and dedicated her life to service. MayShe Rest In Peace.

My deepest condolences to Aine's family. She was such a beatiful, caring and passionaate soul, who dedicared herself to helping the most vulnerable and narginalised people in the world. Hers was a life very well lived.

Sincere condolences to Benny and the Costigan family on the death of Áine. May she rest in peace.

Helen, Adrian, Brendan and your families. The untimely loss of Aine is so sad for all our extended family. So many hilarious occasions were shared in Mt Juliet particularly in the 70s and 80s with many photographs to remember them by. Aine was at the heart of many of them always up for a laugh. So sad that she has been robbed of a long happy retirement after a working life of dedication to others around the world. May she rest in eternal peace.

Sincere sympathy to Benny and the Costigan family. May she rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Helen, Adrian, Brendan and extended family & friends on the untimely passing of Áine.
A unique lady.
May Áine Rest In Peace.

Sincere condolences to the Costigan family on the passing of Áine. May she rest in peace.

Our sincere Sympathy on Aines' sad passing.Condolences to Brendan,Brigid,Mark and Niamh and extended Family.
Rest in peace Áine.

Benny Adrian Helen family & friends of Aine, our sincere condolences on your loss. Aine was a truly good & kind lady, may she rest in peace 🙏

RIP Aine. A lovely woman that I met on a few occasions.

Many condolences to the family over Aine’s passing. She was a great human being, an excellent mentor, and a kindest soul. May her soul rest in eternal peace.

To Helen and family. So sorry for sad passing of your sister Aine. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time Rip Aine.

Sincere sympathy to brendan, bridget, helen ,adrian and extended family on aines passing, may she rest in peace.

Deepest sympathies to all the family at this sad time. May Áine rest in peace

Heartfelt condolences on Aine’s death to her siblings Helen, Adrian, Brendan, and the extended Costigan Family. Aine is in my thoughts at this incredibly sad time for you all.

My deepest sympathy to Helan Adrian and Brendan on the passing of Annette. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Deepest condolences to Adrian and the Costigan family for the loss of Aine, may she Rest In Peace

Áine did women’s studies in the mid 1980’s, and from then on was advancing gender, development and women’s rights, working against violence and on protection efforts, including on HIV prevention and health response work for over 40 years. I got to know Áine as we joined on DTALK (Development Training and Learning, Kimmage) sessions and related health and HIV work back in Ireland with Dóchas members and others. Áine was my adviser and peer, a professional and a friend, always a joy to work with. Áine committed her life to “making the world a better place”. I am so sorry Áine did not get to enjoy a long retirement, as she deserved. Gone too soon. RIP Áine. Sincere condolences to all Áine’s family, friends and work colleagues.

We would like to extend our sincere sympathies to Mark Benny Bridget and Niamh and all the Costigan family may Aine’s gentle soul rest in peace

Sincere sympathy to the Costigan family May Annette's gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Sincere sympathy to Adrian, Brendan, Helen and families on the passing of Aine. May she rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Benny, family and extended families on the passing of Aine. May she Rest In Peace 🙏.

Condolences to Brendan and all the extended family.R.i.p

Aine was a wonderful person,loving and caring,and helped so many people all over the world.She loved all her family and they thought the world of her and are all heartbroken.She will be sorely missed by so many.

Deepest sympathy to the Costigan family on Aines passing. May she rest in peace

Many happy memories of our teenage years in the seventies.
Rest in peace Annette 😘