Russell L. Costello Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Russell L. Costello of Laura, Illinois, born in Rockford, Illinois, who passed away on July 7, 2021 at the age of 92. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Russell L. Costello to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Michael Costello and Rose Costello (Marelli); his brother Roger; and his siblings-in-law, Patricia Costello, Janice Costello, Frank DeFrank and Florence DeFrank.
He is survived by: his wife Laura DeFrank; his children, Denise, Russ (Catherine), Dennis (Sue), Steve (Tina), Cynthia, Jim (Amy) and Mark Costello (Beth); his grandchildren, Michael, Liz, Alexandra, Christopher, Emma, Ben, Francesca and Olivia Costello; and his brother Michael "Mickey" Costello. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In 2018 the Corpus Christi Monastery of the Poor Clares accepted Russ' donation of his woodworking equipment, joyfully naming his table saw "The Russell".
