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IRWIN KOSSOFF Obituary

KOSSOFF--Irwin Ira, passed peacefully on July 23 at age 93. He is survived by his wife Edith and his sister Laine Rudd; his children Alan Kossoff, Evan Don Kossoff, Tom Kossoff, Mitzi Gilbert, Hank Steinberg and Steve Steinberg, and his 11 grandchildren. Ira was a recipient of a Purple Heart medal from WWII and was a paper box manufacturer. The funeral will be Monday, July 27 at 11:15am, Riverside Memorial Chapel, 180 West 76 St. in Manhattan. In lieu of flowers, his family asks that donations be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Association.

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Published by New York Times on Jul. 25, 2015.

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Seth and Olga Goldberg

July 27, 2015

We were so sorry to hear of Ira's passing. I have such wonderful memories from my childhood of spending time with him, with his sharp wit and sense of humor and his wonderful laugh. It was so clear how much he loved life and his family, and we will miss him dearly. We are with you today as we remember and honor his life. May his memory be a comfort and a blessing.

With our deepest sympathy and love,

Howard and Rachel Goldberg

July 27, 2015

Thinking of you all today as you remember and celebrate Ira's life. Will always remember Uncle Ira for his infectious smile and laugh, sharp wit, and his love of life. Our most heartfelt sympathies.

July 26, 2015

Sincere sympathy Edith, to you and your family. may you know no more sorrow.

Estelle and Joe

July 26, 2015

Sincere sympathy, Edith, to you and your family. may you know no more sorrow.

Estelle and Joe

morton setchen

July 26, 2015

Edie....you and Ira were wonderful neighbors....our sincerest sympathy on Ira's passing.....Morty and Diane

Carrie Armus

July 26, 2015

Thank you Ira for your sweetness & lovely smile. My parents loved u very much. My deepest sympathy to the entire family at this sad time. It's never easy 2 say farewell 2 a loved one, I understand. Thoughts of luv 2 all. With great affection, Carrie

July 25, 2015

Our thoughts and condolences to Edie and to all of Ira's extended family.

Ed and Rhonda Herbert

July 25, 2015

Our thoughts and condolences to Edie and to all of Ira's family.

Ed and Rhonda Herbert

July 25, 2015

Very sorry for your loss. "Clothe yourselves with love" during this stressful time. Col 3:14; JF

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