Michael was born in Banrough Ballynahown, co Galway to the late Bridget and Coleman Costello and died July 6, 2024 at age 76, in New York.
Michael is survived by his wife, Anne, their two sons, Michael (Christina), Patrick (Kylene), grandchildren, Lucas, Stephanie, Michael, Nicholas and Andrew. His two sisters, Maureen Flanagan in Arizona, Kathleen Curran and his brother Paric Costello, in Ireland. Along with numerous nieces and nephews in both Ireland and the US. He is predeceased by his parents Bridget and Coleman Costello, brother Coleman Costello and sister Margaret (Peggy) Kinna of Maryland.
Michael immigrated to New York in 1965. He worked in the tunnels as a proud Sandhog with Local 147 for over 50 years. He was involved in many projects involving the city's infrastructure and was also involved in the recovery efforts at Ground Zero immediately after 9/11.
Mike met and married the love of his life Anne in 1974, they were blessed with two sons, Michael and Patrick and just celebrated 50 happy years together. Their joy and happiness was their 5 grandchildren.
Mike was a devout Catholic, attending 7AM Sunday Mass was a priority for him. Mike was always willing to give anyone a hand if needed. Over the years he helped his sons, nieces, nephews, in-laws and pretty much anyone who would ask with assorted home improvement projects.
Mike will be missed by his wife and sons, family and friends and the many others whose lives he touched.
A visitation for Michael will be held Tuesday, July 9, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM and
7:00PM to 9:00 PM at Frederick Funeral Home, 192-15 Northern Boulevard, Flushing, NY 11358. Mass of Christian burial will occur Wednesday, July 10, 2024 from 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church, 34-24 203rd St, New York, NY 11361.
In lieu of flowers donations in Michael's memory may be made to Tunnels to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, New York 10306
or online at www.T2T.org
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Tunnels to Towers Foundation2361 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, New York 10306
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