James-Costello-Obituary

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James M. Costello

Skokie, Illinois

Feb 11, 1953 – Jun 5, 2012 (Age 59)

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BORN
February 11, 1953
DIED
June 5, 2012
AGE
59
LOCATION
Skokie, Illinois

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Donnellan Family Funeral Services Obituary

James M. Costello, age 59, after a 12-year battle with leukemia and lymphoma. Beloved husband of Gail Wirtz Costello; loving father of Katy and Kevin Costello; dear brother of Patrick (Sue) Costello, Reverend John Costello, SJ, Margaret Costello, M. Elizabeth Costello, Karen (Mufid)...

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Every day I look out my window and see The house Jim grew up in next door. Miss you , Jim

Your friend, Fishman

I didn't meet John until 413 Monroe St., the weekend of the awesome fire. I remember the the impatience of Fish for him to arrive. He was funny and kind as described.
I was very excited to meet him a 2nd time. The same John Costello I had met a lifetime before. He still gives me a smile.

Miss you Jim

Fishman

Gail - to you and your family.....today, my brother Michael brought memories of Jim back into mind.

I remember SO many great times with him, and was blessed to consider him a great friend of mine. Ill never forget our days together at Northern Trust, being included for Hawk game festivities, and listening to jazz at his lakefront apartment on summer afternoons. These things, and more, richened my life. His spirit is living in us.

I hope you are doing well these...

Dear Costello Family,
I first met Jim in Carbondale at 413 W Monroe. He had come down to visit Fish for a weekend. I think we had a bit of a campfire that weekend which included the carport (more wood).
We met again through Christy Webber at or around her baby shower during a Blackhawks game and rekindled our friendship. Such a great man. In love with his family and friends. Happy with his life, carried his burden with grace.Dave and I are so very sorry for your loss. We will miss...

Hey Coz,
I was wrong. Halzer told me your dogs' name
was "Skip". Yeah He was right! I found a
picture of you, Fish and Bruce down in the
Howard Johnson's parking lot in Fort L. I
think it was 1973? Fish drove the green
'66 Catalina down. You had your arms up in
the air and you said " Wow, do you believe we're in Florida?" Man did we laugh. You're
the best Coz! Thanks again buddy! Mulls

Hey Coz!
You turned me on to my first paper route. Your German Shephard "Knight". The blue flower van. The Chicago concert in '72. The
great laughs. Iggy. Yeah to the lads of CK,
you were truly a great "Dude"! I kept missing
you at wakes and reunions. Haven't seen you
since college. But that's ok you never left
my thoughts and never will. See ya Coz
Your paper route apprentice, Mulls

Dear Betsy,

Our sincere sympathy on the passing of your brother, Jim. Whenever you spoke of him, you had such kindness in your voice. He must have been a very remarkable man!

Terri & Larry

Jim and I grew up in the same neighborhood. You were always met with a warm smile and a positive attitude...a guy you always enjoyed seeing walking your way. My condolences to all.