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Funeral services for Brian Costella

The late Brian Costella, founder of York Chess Club.

York Chess Club’s founder, Brian Costella, 58, of York, died Saturday morning, Oct. 26, at his home in York.

There will be a viewing and memorial service Thursday, Oct. 31, at Beck Funeral Home, 3670 E. Market St. York, PA. Viewing will start at noon. Service will follow at 1 p.m.

After the service, there will be a wake and time of fellowship at New Era Restaurant, 7415 Lincoln Highway, Abbottstown, PA.

Brian will receive a military burial 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4, at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, 60 Indiantown Gap Road, Annville, PA.