Iowa City, Iowa Rosemary "Joan" Cruse Costello, of Iowa City and formerly of West Liberty passed peacefully Thursday morning April 28, 2016 and is now in the arms of her Lord. She was 86 years old. Visitation will be at Henderson Barker Funeral Home in West Liberty, Iowa Sunday, May 1 from 2-4pm. Funeral mass will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in West Liberty, Monday May 2 at 10:30 pm. There will be a luncheon in the parish life center following the graveside service. The family would like to thank Dr. Champion, the staff of Lantern Park Care Facility and Iowa City Hospice for their loving care up until the end. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.hendersonbarkerfuneralhome.com. A memorial fund has been established. Born November 26, 1929 to Len and Margaret "Peg" (Quinn) Cruse in Pontiac, Illinois; she was their only child. After graduating from Pontiac High School, she attended Rosary College (Dominican University) where she graduated with a bachelor degree in economics. She then moved to Chicago where she worked for Harris Bank and Trust. On February 19, 1955 she married Gerald "Jerry" Costello. She became an Army wife and traveled the world because of it. Jerry proceeded her in death in March of 2011. The couple adopted three children, Quinn of Chicago, Illinois, Tim (deceased) and Mary (Curt) Heath of Iowa City. Two grandchildren, Tim and Mikayla Heath (fiancé, Michael Splavec) of Iowa City. Her life was devoted to her husband, children, grandchildren, and dogs. FAMILY became her profession and it was the joy of her life. She will be long remembered for her love and skill at the game of golf. West Liberty Country Club was her second home. Sunday May 1, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Henderson-Barker Funeral Home Click for Map and Directions Monday May 2, 2016, 10:30 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church Click for Map and Directions