DAVID R. KOSLOSKI

1951 - 2026

David R. Kosloski, 74, Willow River, passed away Wednesday March 11, 2026. 
David was born on April 7, 1951, to Thomas and Walterine (Mikrot) Kosloski in Moose Lake. David graduated from Willow River High School in 1969.  
David married Yvonne (Herzog) June 9, 1973. In May 1981 Dave and Yvonne were blessed with a son, Anthony (Tony) Kosloski. Spending time with family was the most important part of Dave’s life. Becoming a father, grandfather and great grandfather brought Dave pure joy.  
Dave worked for Soo Line Railroad for 10 years. When Soo Line was sold Dave took up employment for a short time in the Twin Cities. Dave’s love for the outdoors called him back to his hometown where he started Kosloski Logging, retiring in 2024.  
Dave found enjoyment at a friend’s shop talking with his buddies and working on equipment. Dave made himself available any time of day or night if family or friends needed help. After retirement, to stay busy Dave picked up some mowing jobs. As Dave’s health declined, you could find him in his brown recliner watching NCIS with Mr. Wilson. 
Dave is preceded in death by his Parents Thomas and Walterine, his brother Leonard and sister Dorothy (Kosloski) Timm. 
Dave will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 53 years Yvonne, son Tony, grandchildren Alexis, Paige, Gavin and great granddaughter Raiya. He is survived by brothers Robert (Roberta) Kosloski of Aitkin, Jim (Bette) Kosloski of Willow, sisters Margie (Ted) Thrun of Sandstone MN, Arlene (Richard) Schmoller of Shoreview MN and Judy Hack of Sturgeon Lake MN 

Celebration of life luncheon 
Saint Mary’s Center 
8118 Lake Street 
Willow River, MN 
Saturday, April 18th 2026
11:00 a.m. to 3:00. p,m,

Inlieu of flowers memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society.