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MICHAEL KOST Obituary

Michael "Mick" Nicholas Kost Mick passed away March 4, 2011. Born to Nickolas and Helen Kost, on July 22, 1925. Born in Colliers, West Virginia and grew up in Valhalla, New York. Proudly served in the US Navy aboard the carrier USS CASABLANCA from 1942-1946. He re-enlisted in the Navy Air Transport Squadron as a flight radio operator, 1946-1952. He worked for Alsco Linen Service in 1958 as a driver and a supervisor. He retired in 1987. He was a past member of Tacoma Outboard Association for 27 years. Mick was preceded in death by his son Michael, brother Edward, sister Irene. He is survived by his wife of 58 years Jacolyn, daughter Lynda Erikson and grandson Nicholas Erikson. The family wishes to thank the staff at Manor Care for all their help. Memorial services will be at Mountain View Funeral Home on Friday, March 11, 2011 in the Aspen Chapel at 11:00AM.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Mar. 8, 2011.

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Bob Aitken

March 9, 2011

We are sorry to hear of the passing of Mick, We enjoyed both your company and friendship in our old neighbor luncheons, May he rest in peace and God be with you

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