Costello family asks mourners to support Mental Health Group, NAMI Oklahoma, with memorial gifts.

Costello family asks mourners to support NAMI Oklahoma, with memorial gifts.

From: the Family of Labor Commissioner Mark Costello:

The outpouring of support from our fellow Oklahoman’s and others is a blessing to our family and a comfort during this very difficult time. For individuals wishing to offer their condolences, in lieu of flowers or other remembrances, it is our family’s preference that you consider a gift to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Oklahoma. This is something that Mark would have desired and is a fitting way to honor his memory. 

Include with your gift a notation that this is to remember Mark and his dedication to helping others. Your gift will make a difference. 

"This is something that Mark would have desired and is a fitting way to honor his memory. "

Donations may be made to:
NAMI Oklahoma
Attn: Costello Family Memorial
3037 NW 63rd, Ste. 104W
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
Or, you may go online at www.NAMIOKLAHOMA.org and click the “donate now” button."

David Van Risseghem

Editor's note: I can strongly endorse the organization of NAMI and it's Oklahoma organization. There are several local affiliates who are almost completely run by volunteers. Some of the volunteers are mental health professionals. Others are family members of a person living with a mental illness. Still others are individuals striving for a full recovery from a serious mental illness. Financial gifts are greatly multiplied when volunteers have the tools and materials needed to help families in crisis. ~ David Van Risseghem, President of NAMI Tulsa

HT to Mike McCarville