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1944
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Thomas Costello Obituary
January 17, 1944 - March 7, 2023
Thomas Ciamon Costello passed away on March 7th 2023. Born January 17th 1944 in Scarriff County Clare Ireland, the second of 5 children to James and Mary Costello. Dad was seen as a kid running the horse and trap into town and collecting neighbors' messages. He was known as a kid with a big smile and a gracious heart. He was always proud of the medal he won hurling with a group that were known as the "Tough Mountain Men". Dad's childhood saw him spending countless hours working the farm and also working at the local factory.
Dad would eventually part from his native shore and head west to America. He lived in Brooklyn with his Aunt and Uncle Tess and Jim O'Rourke. Dad quickly found his way into the Irish scene and never looked back. He spent the next ten years bartending all around New York, from Manhattan to the Bronx. He used to enjoy telling stories of working in Rosie O' Grady's and watching the Twin Towers being built as he poured drinks at the Blarney Star. He married his wife Denise in 1973. They ran "Costello's" bar in Inwood, and began raising their sons Tommy and Michael in the Bronx.
Dad made his way west again and settled in San Francisco. A very proud Sunset resident for over 40 years, Dad was known to stop into a few of the neighborhood establishments from time to time. He worked for Dalton construction and eventually owned Costello trucking. He was the owner, and best customer, of his beloved clubhouse, Costello's Four Deuces. Dad was a pistol, a rounder. He played and worked hard and really enjoyed life. He loved the Irish community and would always be there to help anyone in need. He was a proud season ticket holder of his beloved 49ers for years and also could be seen Sunday mornings at Fiddlers Green cheering on the Banner Men.
Dad joins his parents and older brother Rogie in heaven. He leaves behind his 2 sons, Tommy (Heather) and Michael (Vikki) and his four grandsons, Jack, Mikey, Luke, and Conor. He also leaves behind brothers Flan, Ray, and sister Marie. The world lost a true character today. One of the good guys. Tommy and I miss you Dad. Give Mom a hug from us.
Friends and family may visit Tuesday, March 14, 6:00pm at Holy Name of Jesus, 1555 39th Ave, San Francisco, 94122 where a Vigil Service will be at 7:00pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, March 15, 11:00am at Holy Name of Jesus followed by a Committal Service at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, 1500 Mission Road, Colma.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jeff mills
January 27, 2025
My condolences, I always enjoyed chatting with him or helping when he would come and pickup equipment from the shop,
Trish Robb (Vaughan) Donegal
April 18, 2023
So sorry to hear of the sad passing of Tommy. He was a true gentleman. I have many great memories working for him in the Four Deuces. Condolences to Tommy and Michael and all the Costello family.
Tony Hall
April 3, 2023
God Bless You Tommy and the entire Costello Family, Tony Hall
Tom, Carol, Sarah & Casey Jones
March 28, 2023
Deepest sympathy to Tommy, Mikey, Ray and all the extended Costello family on the sad passing of Tommy. He was a great character and will be greatly missed.
Kevin Buckley
March 16, 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Tommy´s passing. I always loved chatting with him at the Deuces. He was a very kind man with a great sense of humor. My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones. Rest in Peace, Tommy.
John tiernan
March 15, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to Tommy and Michael and Costello Family on ur sad loss .He had a gift of personality/ Witt/charm one wouldn´t forget.....In the early 70´s Blarney Star New York his help and guidance was special. Rest In Peace Tommy....we love u and will miss u . Jack and Imelda Tiernan N Y .
Bernie+Peter Cunningham, Scarriff
March 15, 2023
Rest in Peace Tommy, you surely were one of a kind, thank you for looking after our son Seàn when he was out there, Deepest sympathy to all the Costello Family
Valentino Del Rio
March 14, 2023
Mikey and Tom. So sorry to hear about the passing of your father and my childhood surrogate Irish dad. He always welcomed me into your home and treated me like one of his own. Whether supporting us at our basketball games or giving us rides home from the golf course or just yelling at as for being knuckleheads, his kindness is still remembered and always will be. He was a great man and he will be missed. My sincerest condolences to you both and your families.
Mark Sheedy
March 14, 2023
A sound Clare Man,that will be greatly missed,condolences to all the costello family,RIP Tommy
The Sheedy Family
Michael Spillane
March 14, 2023
Sincere condolences to Tommy and Mikey and all the extended Costello family on the sad passing of Tommy.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
Deirdre Mc Mahon
March 14, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Costello family on the loss of Tommy. May he rest in peace.
Karen O'Keeffe
March 14, 2023
Tommy and Mikey, deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved Dad, a wonderful character and a very kind generous man. May he rest in peace.
Paul Dillon
March 14, 2023
Deepest sympathy to Tommy, Michael and families, and all the Costello and Hannon families. You Dad, brother and uncle was a true gent and one of life's true characters. I always enjoyed meeting him when he was home in Kilulla visiting his sister Marie. Thinking of you all at this sad time. You are all in our prayers.
Paul and Lisa Dillon, Doon, Co Limerick.
Doug Speck
March 13, 2023
Miss your smile and good humor the besides moving equipment we've had some great memories Doug Speck give Bongo a scratch for me
Nancy and Dennis Mccarthy
March 13, 2023
Tom and Mike
So sorry for your loss. May your hearts always be warm with your memories
Dennis and Nancy Burke-McCarthy
Dublin Costello´s
March 13, 2023
Sincere condolences to family and friends.
Ray Meenaghan and family
March 13, 2023
Sincere condolences to the Costello family and his many friends on the passing of Tommy. He was a true gentleman.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a Anam Dílis'
Francie & Joannie O´Leary
March 12, 2023
Our sincere sympathy on the loss of Tommy. He was a good friend and a gentleman. He loved chatting to everyone he met, especially if it was about family, anything Irish, the ponies and his life´s journey. What a great guy who helped out so many people. God bless and Rest In Peace, Tommy. Francie & Joannie O´Leary, San Francisco
The Hannon family
March 12, 2023
Sincere condolences to the Costello family on the sad passing of Thomas Ciamon .. .
The Hannon family of Gaeryowen Road Limerick Eire
john scully
March 12, 2023
sincere sympathy to the costello family rest in peace tom
cathy and matt massimi
March 11, 2023
Tommy and Mikey,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Love to you all. May he Rest in Peace.
Cathy and Matt Massimi
Tim Curran
March 11, 2023
Tom was married to my sister Denise and he courted her up in White Plains, NY where we lived. He spent many Sunday afternoons with us regaling us with stories of Ireland. It seems he has been a member of our family forever. Rest in Peace Tom.
John Considine
March 10, 2023
John Considine Tullygarvan Lahinch Co Clare and San Bruno California Sincere Sympathy to all the Costello family and extended families on the passing of Tommy a gentleman through and through. R.I.P.
Patrick O'Meara
March 10, 2023
Our condolences to the Costello family. Thinking of you at this time, from the O'Mearas in ballycapple, Tipperary, ireland
john fitzgerald
March 10, 2023
Tom and Mike , sad to hear about your dads passing . I always had good conversations and laugh whenever we met. he was a good man and your in my prayers .God Bless John Fitzgerald
Barbara
March 10, 2023
My sincerest condolences to the Costello family. I first met Tommy by working next door to his bar some years ago and he was always very nice to me. As time went on, he became a friend and I got to know some of his family as well. I will miss his smile and kindness. Rest in Peace Tommy.
Barbara~
Joe O Reilly
March 10, 2023
Saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Tommy.
He was one of the good guys and I have only good memories of trucking along with Tommy whether that was moving machinery and equipment or hauling materials off and on many construction sites in the Bay area over many years. Rest in peace Tommy. The Irish community, his many friends and in particular his families loss is Heavens gain.
Joe & Catherine O Reilly, Cavan and formerly San Francisco.
JV Kelly
March 10, 2023
We all lost a damn good man !
Should have called his bar - 4 Deuces & 1 ACE
Condolences to his great family
RIP TOM
Jim Kelly
Rich Pate
March 10, 2023
Tom & Mike
Your Dad was one of the good guys. Rest in Peace Sir
Rich Pate
Raymond Kelly
March 9, 2023
I have so many fond memories of Tom and Denise Costello. Wonderful people who brought great joy to so many. My condolences to Tommy and Michael and their families. Your dad was a treasure to the SF Irish Community. He will be greatly missed.
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