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Michael Koski Obituary
- - Michael R. Koski, passed away on May 12, 2019. He was born May 21, 1999, to Donald Koski and Maria Russell. He was a graduate of Spencer Van Etten High School and finished his Sophomore year at UM Machias, ME, as a Marine Biology major.
He loved soccer, his passion was polo. He was a member of the US Polo Assoc. and the CNY Polo club. He cherished his polo family.
Michael is survived by his parents; Donnie and Maria, his loving brother Tyler; grandparents Bradley and Donna Russell; Lettie Koski; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Michael's life on Sat., May 25 at North Spencer Christian Academy, 721 Ithaca Rd, Spencer, NY 14883. Calling hours 1:00-3:00pm, service will follow.
The family asks those that would like to make a donation in Michael's memory to kindly consider the Polo Training Foundation, 70 Clinton Street, Tully NY 13159.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Michael Koski
Sponsored by The Ithaca Journal.
May 27, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. May God and his son Jesus Christ bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. John 17:3
My deepest sympathy
Evelina Z
Meghan & Gerrit Van Loon
May 25, 2019
Donald and Maria - our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Michael was such a passionate young man and that's how we'll remember him. Cherish your memories of him - he lives on in your heart.
John and Tina Brazo
May 24, 2019
Praying for you at this heartbreaking time.
Terri Sackett
May 23, 2019
My heart aches for you and your family. There are no words to say how sincerely sorry I am to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathies and condolences goes out to you all at this difficult time.. Terri (Russell) Sackett
Lisa Brixey
May 23, 2019
Dear Maria, Donna and families, So very sorry for your loss. Hold and cherish all the happy times and memories close to your heart. Thinking of you all during the most difficult time. Brixey
Caitlin & Jeff Cregg
May 23, 2019
Forever in our Hearts
Janet Teeter
May 22, 2019
Dear Maria and Donna,
I am so sorry to hear of the recent loss of your son, grandson. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Warmest regards, Janet Teeter, IC
Deborah Coit
May 22, 2019
So sorry for your loss I remember michael when he played soccer with my daughter he was a goof ball but very nice to her.Michael's parents you are not alone 37 years ago i lost my 18 year old brother in a motorcycle accident really sorry for your loss
Bill and Kim Baldwin
May 22, 2019
Michaels bright smile and kind personality will be greatly missed. Hold tight to all those wonderful childhood memories. I pray you find comfort in those cherished memories in the days to follow. Our deepest condolences to all.
Tammyjo (jayne) Smith
May 22, 2019
Oh Donnie and Maria, I am so very sorry to hear of this. My thoughts and Prayers are with you and the family during this very difficult time.
Jennifer
May 21, 2019
I'm so very sorry for the loss of a terrific young man. I am the mother of a friend of his (soccer and extra-cirricular friend) and I worked at the school. We have known Mike for many years and he was such a pleasant and positive person, you couldn't help but laugh with him or just smile in his presence. He will forever be in our thoughts.
Kerseinya Harmon
May 21, 2019
Michael brought such joy to this world. My house was full of laughter when he was over. No words can begin to touch the deep sadness. My heart goes out to your whole family.
May 21, 2019
Maria - I'm so very sorry for your loss, I cannot begin to imagine how difficult this is for your family. Sending you hugs, strength and prayers.
Diane Rogers
May 21, 2019
Maria and family:
My heartfelt prayers and thoughts are being sent to all of you at this extremely difficult time.
Penny Bogardus
Ithaca, NY
Michael Haaf
May 21, 2019
Maria, Donnie, and Tyler,
I'm so very sorry about your loss. All of our hearts go out to you, in hope that time and fond memories will ease your pain.
Barbara Kazyaka
May 21, 2019
I have n o words to express our heartfelt sorrow for those Michael leaves behind.Our family is think of you.
Robin & Jeff Merilahti
May 21, 2019
Maria, Donnie & Tyler,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you peace and engulf you in his love.
Shannon & John VanSkiver
May 21, 2019
Maria, Donnie & Tyler,
Sending our deepest condolences to you and your Family during this difficult time. May you find comfort and peace in all the beautiful memories you have with Michael. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen &Ed Emnett
May 21, 2019
Dear Maria, Donnie, Tyler, and extended family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss....my heart aches for all of you. ❤ Karen and Ed
Joyce Pratt
May 21, 2019
Maria, Donnie & Tyler; I know you must be tired of hearing it but there are no words. We are so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. Days ahead will not be easy, let your memories fill your heart & remember those memories will never fade. Michael will remain with you always, as a family. Praying for you all during this difficult time. Joyce (Sauter) & Bill Pratt
May 21, 2019
Donnie, Maria and Tyler-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Scott & Laura Hatch
Nancy and Cliff Pierce
May 20, 2019
A cheerful, young man will be remembered forever. Deepest sympathy to the family. Thoughts are with you.
Elizabeth Oltz Becker
May 20, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and Friends at the loss of a wonder person! May he fly high and take care of those he has left behind until you meet again! RIP.... lost to young with so much to give!
Nancy Toffolo
May 20, 2019
Maria, I have been thinking of you and your family since hearing the news. Sending our love in this most difficult time. Whenever I think of Michael, I remember a sledding story you told me long ago, when he was Just 4. Holding a special place in my heart for him and you all. Love, Nancy and Shawn
May 20, 2019
Dear Donnie, Maria,Tyler and family there are no words that will ever express our very deepest sympathy to you. Our hearts go out to all of you during this very difficult time. Please remember that Michael will always be with you all forever and hold on the precious memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Donna &Mike Ellison
Carol & Tanner Smith
May 20, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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