John J. Costello, 87, of Collinsville, IL, born Wednesday, October 12, 1932, in Chicago, IL, was called home Wednesday, February 5, 2020 from his residence in Collinsville, IL.
John was a regional sales Manager for ITT. He was a member of AARP State Leadership, Past president of Belleville AARP, Puritan Lodge #712 AF & AM- MA, Collinsville Lodge #712 AF & AM, Scottish Rite Bodies – Class Register 2012-2019, Ainad Shrine, Legion of Honor and Uniform Units.He was also a member of Boston University Alumni, PSOP, Sojourners, High Twelve and former board member of Our Lady of the Snows Shrine. John was a U.S. Navy Veteran whom served in the Korean War.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Daughter: Linda Maher
- Parents: Edward and Mary, nee O’Brien, Costello
- Brother: Edward J. Costello
Surviving are his:
- Wife: Virginia “Ginny”, nee Hirbe, Costello of Collinsville, IL
- Children
- Edward (Donna) Costello of Abington, MA
- Richard (Melinda) Costello of Whitman, MA
- Robert (Debbie) Lemen of Rolla, MO
- Rene (Kevin) Gobelman of Eugene, OR
- Ginny (Douglas) Fuhler of Troy, IL
- 10 grandchildren
- 6 great grandchildren.
Special thanks to Aaron Whitfield for his compassion and care.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Shriner’s Hospital for Children.
Visitation: Visitation from 4:00 – 7:00 pm, Monday, February 10, 2020 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL. Legion of Honor walk through at 6:50 pm
Funeral: Masonic Service will be held at 7:00 pm, Monday, February 10, 2020 at Kurrus Funeral Home followed by Navy Honors.
2 Comments To "John J. Costello"
#1 Comment By Patti Pierson On February 6, 2020 @ 8:04 pm
John, your love and light will be missed terribly.
I will miss your hugs and especially your smile and laughter. You made everyone around you feel welcome. Your legacy will continue through those you’ve touched. ❤️
#2 Comment By Bob Lemen On February 9, 2020 @ 4:55 pm
John was a good person and a good man. I admired him most because of how well he treated my mom.
We will miss you John.