Saturday, I walked by 64/1st ave and every time without fail a fun loving memory comes to mind. I don’t have to search for them. I found a note this week on a scrap of paper that came with  a paint brush lent/entrusted to me, to return in the same state. Because you could turn it all into fun..... I don’t know how your family deal with each morning of your absence. Me and mine I know miss you in uncountable ways that you touched us. We mention your name related to so very many stories as we did this weekend on calls. This week our stories were about “my balcony”  with limited VIP capacity  your humble fire escape on 64th on the same wall just a floor apart. So many years later we still laugh about it. 

Jimmy, 15 years passed  on 9/11, I doubled tears because is going to be almost one that you were taken from all of us!
We had a promised this Sept. 11. It was broken. Our heart is broken for loosing you too.  But I know that you up there will be looking  down here and keep us in place. I miss our longer conversation and at end we both we making a joke and laughing.  I pray for your Familiy !

Mr. Costello. You were a good friend in law school. I am saddened that I did not have a chance to talk about life with you one more time, but I am honored to have known a true hero. My condolences to your family and your department.

I miss you Jimmy.most especially today on your birthday.  Will always love you, Ei

We miss you Jimmy.most especially today on your birthday.  Love you always.  Ei

My condolences to Jim's family; he was one of the first people I met when entered Fairfield. I'm saddened to learn of his untimely passing, he was a good man.

I am just learning about Cos's passing. We lost touch after college but I had searched him online last year and was proud to see all of his accomplishments. I am sad I did not reach out to him to  reconnect. Cos, you were so much fun and so lovable even though you could drive us crazy in the process. I will hold the memories we shared always in my heart. To your family, I am truly sorry for your loss. Cos, "Into the gates of heaven, may angels lead you "

Coz, You're Smile was Contagious. The fact you became a Fireman, wouldn't Surprise most of the "Red Ruggers" . Condolences to your family. Too soon for you to go.
 Jim "OB"

Jim, so sorry to hear of your passing.   It was an honor to know you and thanks for your service and heroism.  May God bless you.

Andy

RIP Jim, I was lucky to know you
My deepest sympathies to all your family, gone too soon, you are missed

RIP!!! I worked under him in L 48 and am honored to say he was a gentleman. What a shame he was taken so soon! God Bless you Jim!

WORKED WITH JIMMY IN B13 ,WASH .HEIGHTS. VERY INTELLIGENT MAN. ENJOYED HIS  COMPANY. CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY

    CHARLIE BONAR ,RET ,CAPT L45.

Jimmy you will be missed. Thank you for all you gave. To the Costello family my condolence and much love. 

Godspeed. 

ellen

My husband and I are survivors of 9/11, and humbly offer our deepest sympathies to the entire Costello family.  We can never be appreciative enough of all of his and his colleagues efforts.  May he rest in peace.  We are sure he is in the company of angels.
Lisa and Jay Woliner (Fresh Meadows, NY)

I can only echo Hughie's sentiments. We are all mourning the untimely loss of a Fairfield Rugby brother. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends as my heart aches for you/us all. Peace, brother.

My sincere condolences to all of the Costello Family and please know all my prayers are for you!  Coz was a joy to be around and always had a kind word for you. Fairfield rugby players are all brothers and we're all mourning the loss of our brother.  God bless you Coz!

So sorry to hear about the loss of Jimmy. He and my husband Michael are cousins on more than one line and Jimmy and I would often go through the family tree together to figure it all out. We deeply regret that we did not see more of him, as we were so very fond of him. I'm sure he was a positive role model to Michael - Michael was very happy when Jimmy was assigned to E93 / L45 for a time. We had always hoped that we would one day see more of Jimmy "when life slows down". Sadly, I suppose it never does. Our deepest condolences to his mother and siblings. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Kim and Michael McGuirk

So shocked to hear of your passing! You were far to young. My thoughts are with your family, that they will find peace❤RIP Jimmy

Dear Joan, children Mary, Ann, Kathleen and Tim, and family members and friends of Jimmy Costello, we regret that we cannot be with you to honor Jimmy's life; but we are with you in spirit.  Love, Jerry & Patricia Spellman

My sincere sorry for the lost of Jim to all the Costello's....He was loved by all....We will all pray for all...Love from Kelly and Pegge Caufield and Family

My deepest sorry to all the Costello Family.  I used to walk up 8th Ave. from the Port Authority NY and see Jim outside the Fire Dept. with a big smile and hello on my way to work. He always made my day when I saw him ....we will meet again...May Our Lord Hold Him on the Palm of His Hands.....Kelly Caufield and all the Pegge Caufield and Family

My condolences to Jim's family, my family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace Jim, thank you for your service.

RIP, Cos.  Glad to have known you, esp. as a Fairfield Rugger and alumnus.  Heartfelt condolences to your family.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Jim's family and friends on this sad occasion. My husband & I met Jim 2003 when we stayed with my sister (Raychel) on 64 & York, he lived over head her. He was a great friend and neighbour to her & a great friend to all our family any time we visited from Ireland. We all have such great & fond memories of him. He will be sadly missed by all of us. Please accept our sincere condolences, from Eamonn & Mary Harvey and all the O'Shea family in Ireland.

The sun will rise, and so shall I. Headed out to sea.
My cap, my smile, my cigarette, my Ferris dog and me.
Beautiful memories of my two favoite guys. Love lives on.
Let your lovelight shine bright from up above Jim.
Heartfelt prayers to Family and Friends near and far.

My thoughts and prayers to all of you.  I had a chance to play rugby with Jim at Fairifield and have many fond memories both during the game and afterwards!  
God Bless.

Dan O'Connor

I met Chief Costello at the Fairfield U. Rugby Reunion. What a gentleman! Shared a few drinks, could have talked to him all night. Wished I could have shared a few more, but thankful for the time we got to talk about our time at Fairfield and The Job. RIP Chief. Brendan Delaney, Fairfield Rugger / FDNY.

Ann, Tim, my sincere condolences to you and your family.  May you find comfort and peace through the love of family and friends.  My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

We are so very heartbroken for all of you. Jimmy was a prince among men and a loyal friend to all. We will miss him terribly.  Godspeed.
All Our Love, Eileen, Matthew & Jonathan Nix

I just Play the Bagpipes for his Dad in March.This is so sad.God Be Good to you Brother.RIP.  FF Kevin Grace FDNY Ret...

Tim and family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and family.

Absolutely heartbroken for all of us who loved Jim. My condolences to Jim's family, friends, colleagues - all of those who loved this exceptionally thoughtful, dedicated,kind, true, extraordinary man. The world is a lesser place without you my friend.

My sincere condolences to Jim's family and friends. While I didn't know him well, I shared a few beers, laughs and stories with Jim and remember him as a smart, strong and complex man. I am deeply saddened to hear of his death. RIP Jim.

My sincere condolences to the Costello family and to Jimmy's FDNY family. Rest In Peace Jimmy - I will never forget your laugh.

Jim was a wonderful man. He spoke of his love of family often and I know your hearts are broken as are all of his upper east side friends.  I loved him dearly and will cherish his memory. My prayers to you and my condolences.

My sincere condolences to Jim's Family and Friends. I'm grateful to have been part of Jim's life story. Together with friends we laughed a great deal, built a wealth of stories and shared memories around life on E64th St, NYC. To know him as my true friend is an honor and a comfort into the future.

It was an honor to know jim and work with him.A real class  act in the firehouse and out.Gone way too soon.

I met "Cos" through my brother and sister in law, Gary and Jane McGovern.  He brought joy to their lives for many years...they had a lovely relationship.  I was witness to their kindness and love for each other...and that is what I'll remember most.  My sincere condolences on your loss.

I'll add to "Appy's" accolades in regards to Jimmy (Jr). A pleasure to work with. I consider myself fortunate to have worked with him in E54/L4. May he RIP. Thank you for the memories and the pleasure of your company.
                                       Bobby McLoughlin, FDNY, Capt. E33, (ret), Naples, FL

To the Costello family, from the family of Albert McGovern, Jr (Big Al to Cos), our most sincere condolences on the sudden passing of a funny, sincere, stubborn, dedicated, selfless man, son, brother, friend. He was one-of-a-kind, that's for sure. We will pray for your strength, and in celebration of a guy who brought laughter wherever he went. Mostly, anyway!

I had the pleasure of working with both Jim Sr and Jr in Laader 4. It is hard to believe they are both gone..They were a credit to the job and I will never forget them. My prayers are with the family. Dick Appiarius

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James N. Costello

April 19, 1963 – November 25, 2015

Goble Funeral Home

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