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Andrew Cos Obituary
Andrew J. Cos, 54, after a long, courageous battle with cancer, entered into rest, Sunday, October 19, 2008, in the comfort of his home, with his loving family by his bedside.
Andrew was born on September 30, 1954 in Manhattan, NY, son of Josephine Cos and the late Anthony Cos, and grew up in Garnerville, NY. He attended North Rockland High School and was a three-sport athlete in football, baseball, and wrestling. He received his Associates Degree from Rockland Community College and received his Bachelor's Degree from Mt. Saint Mary's College of Newburgh in 1995. After marrying his best friend and love of his life, Janet, he moved to New Windsor, NY, where he resided until his death.
Andrew was a devoted husband, loving father, and a compassionate, hard-worker, with a great sense of humor, who channeled all his energy and zest for life to everyone around him. He was a loyal employee of Staples Distribution Center of Montgomery, NY and United States Gypsum of Stony Point, NY. His passions in life were spending time with his family, camping, doing home improvement projects, and enjoying sports. He was an active parishioner at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church in New Windsor, NY.
In addition to his wife, Janet, Andrew is survived by a son, Travis Cos of Rochester, NY; a daughter, Jessica Cos of Walden, NY; a granddaughter, Alissa Penney; his mother, Josephine Cos of Garnerville, NY; three brothers: Anthony Cos, Joseph Cos and wife, Laurie, and Christopher Cos and wife, Valerie; his sister, Lynn Figurski and husband, Ted; and a loving supportive network of extended family, friends, and co-workers.
The family will be present to receive friends on Tuesday evening, October 21, from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday, October 22, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Coloni FH, 3001 Rt. 9W, New Windsor, NY 12553.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 23, at St. Joseph's Church in New Windsor. Interment will follow at St. Francis Cemetery in New Windsor.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may me made to the American Cancer Society and Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Inc., 800 Stony Brook Ct., Newburgh, NY 12550.
Arrangements are entrusted to Coloni FH in New Windsor, 845-561-0238.
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Memories and Condolences
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Shannon Miller
October 24, 2008
Andy was a great man and will be sadly missed. He was very well loved and respected at Staples. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John McGuire
October 21, 2008
I attended North Rockland High School with Andy and I remember him to be a really good guy. I'm sure all the members of the class of 72' will keep him in our hearts and our prayers go out to his family.
Dennis Salvucci
October 21, 2008
Andy was a great guy with an unmatched passion and love for life and the people that surrounded him. He'll be sorely missed. My deepest condolences.
Andres V
October 21, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I was able to work with Andy for many years and he was a kind and nice person. Rest in peace and my condolences for the family and friends.
Kathy Chandler
October 21, 2008
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Andy fought a hard fight and was courageous! He was a very kind man and was loved by many. I remember all the conversations I had with him over the years and his love for his family always was foremost.
Brittany Alvarez
October 21, 2008
Jess, Im so sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest condolences go out to you and your family.
Ian Genao
October 21, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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