Diane Costello

Diane M. Costello (nee Gorski), age 70. Beloved wife of Mike for over 46 years. Loving mother of Jenny (P. Jay) Fortner, Tom (Irene) Costello, Becky (Tom) Heidegger and Mike (Dana) Costello. Dedicated grandmother of Mikey & Johnny Costello; Joey, Mikie & Mary Fortner and Maddie, Ellie, Evelyn & Ryan Heidegger. Devoted daughter of the late Ed and the late Mary Gorski. Cherished sister of Kathy Gorski, Marie (Rick) Lloyd, Patty (Mark) DeHertogh, Mike (Janet) Gorski, John (Jean) Gorski and Janet Lukosius. Dear sister-in-law of Tom (Debbie) Costello, Annie (Rob) Faulstich and Joe (Caroline) Costello. Much loved aunt and cousin to many. Diane will also be missed by her wonderful friends.

Diane was a hard working first grade teacher for 20 years. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her grandchildren. Diane will be remembered for her strong faith, devotion to family, warm smile and her kindness to all.

Diane was an inspiration during her 2.5 year faith-filled journey with ALS, facing the challenges with strength and grace. The Costello family thanks all of the compassionate doctors, amazing nurses, comforting caregivers and empathetic hospice professionals for the exceptional care they provided to Diane.

Visitation Monday, July 12, 2021 from 3-9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, July 13, 2021, 10:00 a.m. from Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Avenue (155th/Wheeler Drive & Harlem) Orland Park, IL to St. Michael Church, 14327 Highland Avenue, Orland Park, IL. Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery, Orland Park, IL.

Below is a video tribute celebrating Diane's life.



In lieu of flowers, donations to Les Turner ALS Foundation, https://lesturnerals.org 5550 W. Touhy Ave., Ste. 302, Skokie, IL 60077, Misericordia Heart of Mercy, https://www.misericordia.com 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL 60660 or Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care https://lightways.org are appreciated.

Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400.