Tim Costello

I watched the Macy’s Thanksgiving parade the other day and there was a “Temptations” tribute singing group that performed very well. It made me think back to Timmy. He and our friend Bob Byron saw the Temptations along with Ray Charles at the now torn down Donnelly Theater on Massachusetts Ave.It was a a concert I will never forget.

I'm afraid that I learned of Tim's passing just tonight, in late March 2010.

I was first exposed to Tim and his work when I was a Union Summer intern in 1997, and then in the early exciting flowering of the global justice movement. I got to know him better when I worked for Working Massachusetts, to which CCW was closely tied. I also did some part-time work for NAAFE when I was short on money and they were able to offer me some hours.

Tim never seemed to puff himself...

Gilly,

We have never forgotten you or your family from our days on Mill Lane in Rockport. All of you were, and still are I'm sure, wonderful, remarkable people. We send you and Tim's family our sympathy. We also know that the after life has received the gift of another great orator.

Best to you, Gilly.

Everyone we've met who knew Tim misses him greatly. We miss him as well. Tim had a deep appreciation for all that workers go through. An appreciation that helped us understand how to change the way things are. We will not forget him. Our heartfelt condolences to Susanne and the entire family.
Tim and Sally Dean

I was only able to admire the man from a distance and from publicity. Sorry for this loss, Gilly. (I don't know your email address.) You have a lot to be proud of. Enver Hoxha!

Tim was, quite simply, the "Finest Kind." We're all heartbroken on Cape Ann - we'll miss him so very much. Love to Sus, Pia, Gilly, Peter, Sean, Snug & CC.

Linda Amero,
friend and admirer

I knew Tim best in the 80's and 90's, working together painting, lobstering and running in the woods and roads of Cape Ann. His warm heart, dry wit and keen observations made up just a few parts of this outstanding and remarkable man. He will be greatly missed and our loving thoughts go to Susanne and Pia during this time of great loss.

Sam and Luisa Cleaves

My thoughts are with Gillie, Pia and Susanne, along with the rest of Tim's family. With special love also to Sean, Amy and Tom. Love, Shennan

Susanne and Pia
Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you during this very trying time.
Tim may your soul be surrounded by the lords loving light, and Susanne and Pia may you now start to heal.

With Love,
Tracey, Maya & Gary