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Dennis KOSTON Obituary

KOSTON - Dennis J.
Passed away peacefully December 18, 2022 at home in his sleep after a long battle with cancer. He fought the cancer with grace and strength and showed loving kindness to all those around him. Dennis is survived by Zoe A. Koston (nee Swartz), his wife of 34 years. He is predeceased by his father Leonard Koston and survived by his mother Emily Koston (nee Kostrzewa). Family includes his brother David Koston, Sister-in-law Pam Swartz (nee Lesses); Cousins Gary Steszewski, Ron Steszewski, Karen Zeni, and Sharon Anger; Chosen family David Maynard and Kristie Maynard; Loving uncle of Kelsey Moore Ofori, Bella Moore, Maya Moore Gray, Andrew Swartz, Kelsie Marie Pollick, Brad Pollick, Jaryd Maynard, Sara Maynard, Marie Maynard and Asher Maynard. Special thanks and gratitude go to Meredith Kramer Brown, Dyan Leonard and David Maynard. Dennis was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who worked with compassion in the areas of Forensics, Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health. Dennis rescued and fostered dogs and cats, and cherished his pets, Annabella, Becka, Rocky and Nicky. He enjoyed traveling, especially his annual trips to St. Martin and camping closer to home. Visits with family and friends was something he looked forward to every year. A Celebration of Life will occur at a later date. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be given to www.Hospicebuffalo.com Online condolences may be made at www.lombardofuneralhome.com
Published by Buffalo News on Jan. 15, 2023.

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Krolewicz siblings

January 23, 2023

Dennis was our neighbor, classmate, teammate, bar mate, and most of all our friend. We have many great memories of our times with him.

Candy (Terry) Maupin

January 21, 2023

So sorry Zoe. Just read about this. Dennis was so fun & kind. I am so glad we had our reunion when we did. He had me smiling & laughing at all his stories. He will always be in the hearts of our SJG classmates.

Richard Cleland

January 16, 2023

Zoe, I send my prayers and condolences. I was so sad to see Dennis passed away. Way to young. I enjoyed my time working with Dennis back in the late 80´s and early 90´s at ECMC. He had a great heart.

Rich Cleland

Patricia Skalski

January 15, 2023

So glad we were able to spend time reminiscing at our reunion. Such fond memories and a kind soul. You will be missed Dennis,
God Bless

Dennis Napora

January 15, 2023

A great pal, when we were young. I shall always recall your kindness to me.

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