Pat Harrigan: “I rise to honor Thomas John ``TJ'' Costello of Charlotte, North Carolina, who passed away last week at just 43 years of…”

“I rise to honor Thomas John ``TJ'' Costello of Charlotte, North Carolina, who passed away last week at just 43 years of age. TJ was a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps. He led Marines in combat in Iraq with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines. He served this country with distinction in war and returned home to serve it again in his community. After the military, he earned his MBA while working full time and became Vice President of operations at Charlotte Pipe and Foundry. He volunteered at his church, coached youth football, and quietly gave back in every way that he could. He leaves behind his wife, Julia, and their three children: Finley, Harper, and Claira. Their oldest, Finley, reported to the Naval Academy this month, continuing his father's legacy of service. TJ's loss is deeply felt, but his legacy lives on in the Marines who served beside him, in the lives he helped shape, and in the family he loved beyond all else. Mr. Speaker, may God bless the Costello family and may this country never forget his name.”