- Service
Saturday, February 24, 2024
11:00 AM
Kassly-Meridith Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL
- Full Obituary
Casey B. Costello, 67, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Evelyn’s House in Creve Coeur, MO, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on November 9, 1956, in Godfrey, IL, to Raymond and Norma (nee Darr) Costello. On June 6, 1981, he married the love of his life, Gayla Hoehn, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, in Godfrey, IL.
Casey's journey was marked by a profound connection to nature and a remarkable talent for fixing things. His love for the outdoors was only rivalled by his passion for repairing the broken. As a mechanic, Casey's skill knew no bounds; there was nothing he couldn't fix. His garage was his sanctuary, where he spent countless hours tinkering and transforming broken pieces into working marvels.
From a young age, Casey's heart was touched by the companionship of animals. Growing up with a menagerie of furry friends, including a mischievous pet raccoon, Casey developed a lifelong bond with creatures great and small. His love for animals extended far beyond his childhood, shaping his character, and filling his life with joy. As a child, some of Casey’s fondest memories were of visiting Big Spring State Park with his mother. He carried on this memory by often camping with his family at Big Springs on the Current River.
Above all, Casey cherished his family with boundless devotion. A cornerstone of their foundation, he selflessly poured his love and care into every moment spent together. His acts of kindness were numerous, his generosity unparalleled. Casey was the embodiment of empathy and selflessness, always putting others' needs before his own. He was a treasured husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend, who will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Norma Costello; brothers, Edward Costello, Kilby Costello.
Casey is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Gayla Costello; daughters, Krystal (Tim) Masterson, Melaina (Leo) Smith; granddaughter, Fiona Isabelle Smith; sister, Peggy Kramer; father-in-law, William Hoehn; sisters-in-law, Tina (David) Suhr, Kam (Paul) Marxsen; nieces, Stephanie Marxsen, Samantha Marxsen, Sara Malsom, Gevon Costello; nephew, Garth Costello; and many loving friends.
Service: Saturday, February 24, 2024, 11:00 AM, Kassly-Meridith Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL.
Clergy: Pastor Ron Habermehl
Interment: St. John’s Cemetery, Collinsville, IL.
Kassly-Meridith Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL.
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