About William Costello
Lived 1932 – 2014 (aged 81). William Costello was an American military personnel.
William James Costello (August 2, 1932 – May 6, 2014) was an American animal scientist.
Life and career Costello was born in Cavalier, North Dakota, the son of James William Costello and Florence Young. He attended Cavalier High School, graduating in 1950. After graduating, he attended North Dakota State University, earning his B.S. degree in animal husbandry in 1954, which after earning his degree, he served in the United States Army. After his discharge, he attended Oklahoma State University, earning his M.S. degree in animal science in 1960 and his PhD degree in meat science in 1963. During his years as a professor, in 1991, he was named a distinguished professor.
Death Costello died on May 6, 2014, at the United Living Community in Brookings, South Dakota, at the age of 81.
Don’t just read it —
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download · yours to keep · every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
People in William Costello's life
Named in this biography and alive at the same time
Related people
Same field, nearest in time
Contemporaries
People whose lives overlapped William Costello's
Frequently asked questions
Who was William Costello?
American animal scientist
When was William Costello born?
William Costello was born on 2 August 1932 in Cavalier.
When did William Costello die?
William Costello died on 6 May 2014.
What was William Costello's occupation?
William Costello was a military personnel.
What nationality was William Costello?
William Costello was American.
Sources & further reading
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Costello. https://biography.guide/william-costello/
MLA: "William Costello." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-costello/.
Chicago: "William Costello." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-costello/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-20 · Spot an error? Report a correction.
Page generated 2026-09-27 05:13 UTC