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Michael Costello Obituary

Costello, Michael J. Passed away peacefully at sunset on January 27, 2008, at the age of 61 years. Husband and best friend of Kay. Loving father of Shelly (Alex) Horswill, Mika Costello and the late Chris Costello. Devoted grandpa of Ian and Allison Horswill. Beloved son of Anita (the late Harold) Costello. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation on Thursday, January 31, 2008 at St Therese Catholic Church, 9525 W. Bluemound Rd., Wauwatosa, from 4PM until the time of Mass of Christian Burial, at 7PM. Private burial at Wauwatosa Cemetery. Mike was an avid Badger fan. To honor his love of the Badgers, please wear red and white or Badger apparel to the service. In lieu of flowers, Mike's family requests donations to the Leukemia / Lymphoma Society in memory of his son Chris Costello. SCHMIDT & BARTELT Funeral and Cremation Services Wauwatosa (414)774-5010 www.schmidtandbartelt.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 29, 2008.

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Meg McGarrity

February 5, 2008

Dear Kay and family,
I was so very sorry to hear of Mike's death. He was one of my closest friends in PT school at UW. He was such a good guy, so very caring and aware of what is really important in life--even at that young age. I remember him as a very special friend and confidant and I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Richard Lowe

February 4, 2008

Dear Costello Family,
Mike was such a comfort to me during the years we worked together at The Lutheran Home's campus. He understood how much it hurts to lose a son. In his warm. very down-to-earth and simply sincere style, he had a beautiful way of giving compassion and reinforcement at the same moment. May you, now, be strengthened by the assurance that he meant so much to so many, many people.

Pat Nylen

February 2, 2008

Dear Kay and family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Tho I did not know your husband it is clear from these tributes what a wonderful person he was. And I do know I enjoy working with you as a fellow Master Gardener.
With Sympathy in your loss,
Pat Nylen

Bob Stein

January 31, 2008

To the family of Mike Costello,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my cousin, Mike. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Dorothy DeNicola

January 30, 2008

I will miss his visits to the Outlook Cafe, he would buy soup and ask for mozzarella sticks with marinara sauce. We had UW in common when our son spent 5 years there and eventually worked as the producer at ch. 3. Mike will be truly missed and my deepest sympathy to his wife and family.

Joann Richter

January 29, 2008

To the family, friends and co-workers of Mike: It was a pleasure to know and work with such a hard working professional. I know he will be missed by his staff, his patients and his peers. May God grant you serenity through these next days and months. Sincerely, Joann Richter, HealthReach therapist

Kathy Turner

January 29, 2008

Kay and family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. I have really enjoyed getting to know you at Master Gardener gatherings and have missed you lately! You and your family are in my prayers!
Kathy Turner

Pam Reading

January 29, 2008

I'll never forget the sing-along at Kelly's party. You two were meant for each other and it showed in how much fun you had together. As life goes on, Mike will be missed. Kay my heart goes out to you as do my prayers. Pam

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