Thomas Costello

Thomas J. Costello, 81, of Collings Lakes, New Jersey, passed away in his home, surrounded by loved ones on April 10, 2025. Tom was born May 27, 1943, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Charles and Eileen Costello (nee McHugh). He was the beloved husband to Esther Sharon Costello (nee Prichard).

He was devoted to the Lord throughout his life. He was an active member of Faith Bible Church in Vineland, New Jersey. He loved the Lord and spent his time spreading the word of God.

Tom is survived by his wife Sharon, his daughter, stepchildren, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and his two sisters, Peg Costello and Anne Buroojy. He was the beloved father of Melissa Pascoe (Sean) (nee Costello) and stepfather of six children, Rhys McManus (Christina), Chandra McManus and Reyna Nichols (nee McManus), as well as Karen LaSasso (nee Talbot), and David and Michael Talbot. His impact on their lives will be forever cherished. Tom was instrumental in their upbringing, not only through his faith, but also in their everyday lives. He loved them and raised them as his own with devotion and an open heart. 

He is grandfather to their children, Kayla (Joseph), Christopher (Renee), Matthew Talbot, Lauren and Danielle McManus, Austin Nichols, Jeremy and Halo Trasatti, Emyln and Juliet Pascoe and a great-grandfather to Samson and Naomi Marano.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM at Faith Bible Church, 3139 E. Chestnut Avel, Vineland, NJ 08360. Lunch to follow in gymnasium.