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Dr. Aristotle Theodore Coster

Dr. Aristotle Theodore Coster obituary, Reading, MA

Aristotle Coster Obituary

COSTER, Dr. Aristotle Theodore 88, an Osteopathic Physician of Andover, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2009. He is survived by two sons Peter, and daughter-in-law Mary Claire Coster of Ashland, VA, Paul Coster and Linda Houde of Holly Hill, FL; three grandsons Christopher, Michael, and Alexander; and a brother, James Coster of Medford, Oregon. He was preceded in death by his wife Helen Mary Coster, and his sisters Ann Sage and Penny Lafionatis. Dr. Coster attended Boston Latin, Boston University, Mass College of Osteopathy, and graduated from the Kansas City College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1946. He began his practice in Gardiner, Maine, where he practiced for 14 years. He then moved to North Reading in 1963, where he practiced for 31 years before retiring in 1994. Relatives and friends may gather at 9:30 a.m. Friday, June 19, 2009 at St. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 71 Chandler Road, Andover, MA. A funeral service will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Spring Grove Cemetery, Andover. Arrangements are being handled by Burke-Magliozzi Funeral Home of ANDOVER, Ma. Expressions of sympathy may be made in his memory to the charity of the donor's choice. If you wish to send online condolences, please visit www.burkemagliozzi.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Jun. 18, 2009.

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Louise Hart

June 26, 2009

Dr. Coster was a rare, true physician whose talents and abilities are sorely missed. He told me that his diagnosing my condition before all of the hospitals in Boston was the highlight of his career. He was able to do so because he was the first to listen, respect and hear what I was saying. He was a true physician. You and we his patients were fortunate to have him. We share your loss with you and offer our prayers that the richness of your memories of him will comfort you.

kathleen sullivan

June 18, 2009

Peter , Mary Claire, Christopher, Michael, Aex,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your father/grandfather. Ted was so fortunate to have all of you in his life. He was so lucky to be with you all in Va. thes past few years. I will remember all the wonderful times in Andover down at the pool .All the laughs and good times. Ted always ready with a drink in hand and a good story to tell.
Mary Claire ,Ted could not have asked for a more wonderful , caring and loving daughter-in law. You are the best and I know how much Ted loved you all. Ted will be missed by all. love Kathy, Bryan, Ian and Colton Sullivan

James Coster

June 18, 2009

Ted I miss you already ever so much. I shall miss the phone calls just to hear your voice. I shall miss the reminiscing of the days gone by of the ole days with the family and the relatives. My heart is heavy. Your loving brother Jim

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