William Costello
William Costello | |
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 Costello in 1975 | |
| Born | William James Costello August 2, 1932 Cavalier, North Dakota, U.S. |
| Died | May 6, 2014 (aged 81) Brookings, South Dakota, U.S. |
| Alma mater | North Dakota State University Oklahoma State University |
| Occupation | Animal scientist |
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.[1]
Costello served as a professor in the department of animal and range science at South Dakota State University from 1965 to 1999.[1][2] During his years as a professor, in 1991, he was named a distinguished professor.[3]
Death
Costello died on May 6, 2014, at the United Living Community in Brookings, South Dakota, at the age of 81.[4][5]
References
- ^ a b "William Costello Obituary (1932-2014)". Argus-Leader. May 9, 2014. Retrieved July 7, 2025 – via Legacy.com.
- ^ "Irradiation called safe for meat products". Argus-Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. October 11, 1997. p. 40. Retrieved July 7, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Faculty honors". Argus-Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. June 9, 1991. p. 51. Retrieved July 7, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "William J. Costello". Eidsness Funeral and Cremation Services. Retrieved July 7, 2025.
- ^ "William Costello". Legacy. Retrieved July 7, 2025 – via Legacy.com.