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Frank Coselli Obituary
He was both a licensed Architect and a Registered Professional Engineer. During his long career, he designed, built, or oversaw the building of many residences, commercial buildings and installations, as well as government facilities in the Houston area.
During World War II, he was a member of the 401st Bombardment Group (Heavy), Eighth Air Force where he served as a navigator on over 30 combat missions over Europe. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, and European Theater of Operations Medal with four battle stars, among other decorations.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and his beloved wife of 60 years, Josephine Musachia Coselli. He is survived by his four sons and their wives: Ralph and Debbie Coselli, Paul and Linda Coselli, Raymond and Monica Coselli and Frank J. III and Donna Coselli; by his sisters: Josephine Coselli Tallerine and Delores Ann Coselli; by his brother and his wife, Richard and Mary Jo Coselli; by his sisters-in-law:
Lillian Pizzatola and Lena Buchanan; by his grandchildren: Cynthia Coselli, Christin Marr and husband Scott, Carin Coselli, Ashley Coselli, Paul Coselli, Jr., Nicole Busby and husband Brady, Danielle Surface and husband Brandon, Raymond Coselli, Jr., Natalie Coselli, Frank J. Coselli IV and Phillip Coselli; by four great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Monday, October 22, 2012 from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm with a Rosary at 7:30 pm in the Hunters Creek Chapel at Earthman Funeral Directors, 8303 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77024. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 23, 2012 at 10:30 am at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 6646 Addicks Satsuma Road, Houston, Texas 77084. Interment will follow at Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery, 12800 Westheimer Road, Houston, Texas 77077.
Pallbearers will be: Ray Coselli, Jr., Paul Coselli, Jr., Frank Coselli, IV, Brady Busby, Scott Marr and Brandon Surface. Honorary Pallbearers will be: 2 LT Phillip R. Coselli, Cynthia Coselli, Christin Coselli Marr, Carin Coselli, Ashley Coselli, Nicole Coselli Busby, Danielle Coselli Surface and Natalie Coselli.
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Kevin Merkel
November 1, 2012
Ray and family sorry about the loss of you father.
Phyllis Bell
October 31, 2012
Coselli Family- my sincere condolences on the loss of your grandfather. I remember you kids at Fielder Elem. Nurse Bell
George V. Vitanza
October 24, 2012
Richard, our condolences to you & Josephine.
Susan & Gene Norfolk
October 23, 2012
Monica, Ray and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
The heart will heal but the memories will remain forever.
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Terry Clark
October 23, 2012
Paul & Ray, deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
B-17 at Brookshire Executive Airport the day I met Frank .
Stephen Brady
October 22, 2012
It has been my honor and pleasure to know Frank as a friend, educator of our children, father, fellow veteran and one of my heros. Frank was a joy to speak with and especially was a great partner when we spoke to local schools about our military service. I do not realish the thought of doing them without him this year, but I know he will be flying above me as my wingman and watching over me.
Frank, I wish I could have done more for you. You will be missed by your family, friends and your veteran family. Thank you for your service!
Kellie Kitchens
October 22, 2012
Paul, I am so sorry for the loss father. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Don Wilkins
October 22, 2012
Frank and Donna,
Jenny and I mourn your loss and send our hearfelt sympathies....so sorry that we cannot attend the service. Mr. Coselli will be in our prayers.
October 22, 2012
Dear Frank & Donna - Please know that you have our deepest sympathy for the loss of Dad Coselli. Bless his heart. He was such a kind and loving soul and I know how much you and your sweet sons will miss him being in your life. Cling to the wonderful memories and just know that he is now in the loving arms of Mom Coselli. I still do this a lot when thinking of my own parents. It gives me peace in knowing that they together. We love you guys and will be praying for all of you. Love Always, Cathie, Steve, Ashley & Holly
Rhonda Baker
October 22, 2012
Paul,
So sorry for your loss! I pray peace and comfort for you and your family!
Paul Vitanza
October 21, 2012
May God bless him and keep him in his loving hands.
Karen Vitanza Ruffner
October 21, 2012
Many the Blessings of God be with all of you and comfort you at this time.My parents were George and Laura Vitanza and they worked for Mr. Coselli Sr. at the grocery store he owned on Jenson Dr.so I know that they would want me to give our condolences to you,Josephine Tallerine was our neigbor on Cetti st. also,sorry Josephine for your loss and all the family.Blessings always to the Coselli family.
Charles Ganter
October 21, 2012
Due to Marian's illness we are unable to attend. However you are in our thoughts and prayers. Frank leaves us with many good memories. Love and God Bless you, Marian and Charles Ganter
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