Mexborough and Swinton Times December 22, 1917

Pte. John Costella
York and Lancaster

Private Costella, who lived with his sister, Mrs. Stoyles, 17, Queen St., New Scarbro’, Wombwell, was killed in action in France on Oct. 9.

He was 20 years of age, and enlisted last April, going to France in August.

Before enlistment he worked at Houghton Main Colliery.

From C.W.G.C.:

Private
COSTELLO, J
Service Number 42172
Died 09/10/1917
6th Bn.
York and Lancaster Regiment

CEMENT HOUSE CEMETERY