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John Cosgrove Obituary
AGE: 75 • Granby
John C. Cosgrove, 75, of Granby, formerly of West Hartford, beloved husband of 47 years of Judith (Anderson) Cosgrove, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Brooklyn, NY to the late John N. and Ann (Frederickson) Cosgrove, he served his country proudly with the US Marine Corps and was a graduate of Pace University in New York. John worked as an underwriter for Juniper Reinsurance and enjoyed playing golf and spending time on the beach. He was a generous and kind man who leaves a family filled with love and beautiful memories. John leaves a legacy of kindness. He could truly be called a good man.
Besides his loving wife Judith he is survived by his son David Cosgrove and his wife Kimberly of Tariffville; his daughter Leonora Wagar and her husband Barry of Collinsville; his sister Christine Jill Esser and her husband Ronald of Florida; his grandchildren Ian and Sarah Cosgrove and Charlotte and John Wagar; his nephews Michael Signorelli, Brian Tober and Kevin Tober; and his niece Linnea Murphy. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his sister Mary Ellen Signorelli. John's family would like to extend a special thank you to his doctors, nurses and aides for their kindness and professionalism.
A memorial service with military honors will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, October 10 at the Hayes Huling & Carmon Funeral Home, 364 Salmon Brook St Granby. Burial be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in John's name to McLean Home and Hospice, 75 Great Pond Rd Simsbury, CT 06070 or a charity of your choice. For online condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Cosgrove
Louis Davis
March 15, 2020
I served with John in the Marine Corps 61-63 at Barbers Point NAS Hawaii and was in contact with him via E Mail a few years back.
He was a fine fellow and a sharp Marine.
Ron Podel
October 9, 2015
My condolences to the entire Cosgrove family. I have been friends with John for 30 years. I first met him when he was a broker at Guy Carpenter back in the 80's.
He was a client of mine and we got along great from day one. He was my favorite guest at many insurance industry functions over the years because he had a great sense of humor and a wonderful personality.
I always respected him as a great family man and a very bright individual with an amazing memory for names of friends going back to junior and senior high school. He also was a great athlete. I could never beat him in racquetball back in the mid 90's. I will always cherish his wisdom and our friendship.
John Threlfall
October 9, 2015
I remember our first meeting on John Street in NY and discussing our move to Hartford. We laughed about the long commutes we were going to have! A great man and I truly enjoyed working with him for many years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Best, John and Judi Threlfall
Heidi E. Huhn Partain
October 2, 2015
Our condolences to the Cosgrove family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
BrightStar Care of Hartford
Team of caregivers, nurses and staff
October 2, 2015
John was a great family man and a good friend. I will miss our weekly discussion.
He has fought the fight and won the race.
The final goal is eternal rest. He now sits at the right hand of God.
As the Irish Blessing states: "Until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand.
Jim Mc Aloon
Canopius
Mike Lubetkin
October 1, 2015
John was a wonderful guy and a great friend. He will be missed...GBNF.
Bill Boornazian
October 1, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the family of John;he was a dear fiend and a real gentleman.Our times together in the world of insurance will never be forgotten;you'll always be remembered for being a kind and caring man as well as a insurance professional.
Joyce Keen
October 1, 2015
I worked in the same office with John at Guy Carpenter in the 1980s and 1990s. He was a lovely and generous man. I am sorry to hear of his passing.
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