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Barry Costello Obituary

Costello, Barry Retired CPD, US Army Veteran, age 65. Beloved husband of Ellen (nee Hart); cherished father of Katherine, Jenny (Ryan) Engstrom, Susan (Nick) Turner, Beth (Cliff) Mountsier and Amy; devoted grandfather of Brianna, Emma, Hanna, Barry, Connor, Clare and one on the way; loving brother of John (Mary Lynn), Diane Bevan and Edward (Ita); fond uncle of many; dearest son-in-law of Jack and Dolores Hart. Family and friends are asked to gather Saturday, 9:30 a.m. until time of Memorial Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Christina Church, 11005 S. Homan. For information call Andrew J. McGann & Son Funeral Home or to view and sign the guestbook visit www.andrewmcgann.com 773-783-7700 or 708-423-5400.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 21, 2013.

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Danny May

March 26, 2013

Ellen, I'm so sorry for your loss. I attempted to come to the Church but found it to be impossible.
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Mary Dillon

March 23, 2013

Ellen, Wish I could be there with you and your family. I am praying that you find strength and peace knowing Barry is with you, just in a better place. Love you, Mary

Frank Padour

March 22, 2013

Ellen, Barry was one of my favorite people of all times,I'm so sorry

Mary Theodosopoulos

March 22, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Amy and her family during this difficult time. May his memory be eternal.

March 21, 2013

Dear Ellen and family,
My sincere condolences on your loss of your husband and father.

The Pizzo Family

March 21, 2013

R.I.P Barry

Mark `Morrissey

March 21, 2013

Barry was a great detective in Area #2 , a wonderful person and friend. May GOD bless him and his family.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

March 21, 2013

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Barry will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 24 MAR, 11:00 a.m., at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

Ron Palmer

March 21, 2013

Dear Costello Family,
Please accept our sincerest condolences on your loss. I worked with Barry for several years in A/2 Detective Division. You were truly blessed with a great husband, father, and grandfather. We were blessed to have called him a friend. God bless all of you.
Ron Palmer

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