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Timothy was born on October 24, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan, to Thomas and Patricia (Carron) Costello. He attended University of Detroit Jesuit High School, and graduated from Marquette University with undergraduate and graduate degrees (JD). For nearly 40 years, Tim was a highly respected labor and employment lawyer, and in 2019 he retired from the firm Ogletree Deakins.
During his time at Marquette, Tim met Deborah Jalovec through her brother, Jim. They were married on June 7, 1980, and raised three sons - Daniel, Matthew, and Jeffrey. Tim loved ice hockey and he shared that passion with his boys, coaching them and traveling across the country for games and tournaments.
Tim was a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather, and loyal friend. He valued honesty and integrity, principles that defined both his professional career and everyday life. He was selfless with his time and advice, and always put others ahead of himself.
He is survived by his wife Debbie; sons Dan, Matt, and Jeff; daughters-in-law Jessica and Kristen; grandchildren Sophia, Theodore, Ava, and Finley; and siblings Thomas, Kevin, Michael, and Mary Pat.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on February 3, 2024, at Old St. Mary's Church (844 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, WI). A private luncheon will follow at the Wisconsin Club.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made in Tim's name to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
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Scott and Naomi Soldon
December 10, 2023
Debbie, We are saddened by the sudden loss of Tim. As a colleague and an opponent, Tim practiced with decency and integrity. The world was a better place with Tim in it. We will miss his insight and good humor.
Naomi and Scott Soldon
Robert J Simandl
December 8, 2023
Debbie - I am so very saddened by this news. There is nothing I can say to lessen your pain or the depth of your loss -I wish there was. Tim was a great man and will be missed by all who knew him. I am so sorry for your loss.
Bob and Peggy Simandl
Karen Seidner
December 6, 2023
Debbie, words can´t express how sad I am to learn of Tim´s passing. He was such a wonderful person/boss and I had so much respect for him. It was an honor working for Tim. He loved his family deeply and was so very proud of his boys and grandchildren. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Dan, Matt, Jeff and the rest of the family. Rest in peace Tim ... you will never be forgotten.
Joyce Bobber
December 5, 2023
I´m so sorry, Debbie. You and Tim always made me feel so welcomed. I´m keeping you and your family in my heart and prayers.
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Evelyn Henschel
December 5, 2023
I'm saddened and heart-broken. Please watch over your family and friends now that you're in heaven.
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