[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 111 (Monday, August 2, 1999)]
[Senate]
[Page S10007]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   TRIBUTE TO ADMIRAL BARRY COSTELLO

 Mr. GRAMM. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize Rear 
Admiral (Select) Barry Costello, United States Navy, for the excellent 
job he has done as the Director of Senate Liaison for the Navy. I want 
to recognize Admiral Costello for his many achievements and commend him 
for the exemplary service he has provided to the Senate, to the Navy, 
and to our great nation.
  Barry Costello is a sailor's sailor who has distinguished himself 
through his seamanship, tactical acumen, and inspiring leadership. He 
has served on some of our country's finest warships, including command 
of the destroyer U.S.S. Elliot (DD 967). Prior to coming to the Senate, 
he commanded the prestigious ``Little Beavers'' of Destroyer Squadron 
23, following in the footsteps of Admiral Arleigh ``Thirty-One Knot'' 
Burke, who famously led the ``Little Beavers'' to a decisive victory 
over Japanese forces in the Battle of Cape Saint George in 1943.
  In March 1997, Admiral Costello took the helm of the Navy's Senate 
Liaison Office. His integrity, enthusiasm, and foresight have earned 
the admiration of all members of the Senate who have worked with him, 
and it is not an exaggeration to say that through his service to the 
Senate, Barry Costello has helped to ensure that our Navy remains the 
best trained, best equipped, and best prepared naval force in the 
world.
  Mr. President, Rear Admiral (Select) Barry Costello exemplifies what 
is best in the Navy and in America. The Senate, the Navy and the 
American people are indebted to him for his many years of distinguished 
service. As he departs for his first assignment as a flag officer, I 
know that my colleagues wish Barry, his wife LuAnne, and their sons 
Aidan and Brendan the very best. I have a feeling we will work with 
Barry again in another more important role for our Navy and our 
nation.

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