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Edward Kosiur Obituary

September 1, 2001; beloved husband of the late Elizabeth (nee Walasek); dear father of Edward J. (Barbara) and the late David Kosiur; fond grandfather of Lisbeth, Heather and Kerry; dear brother of Jane Klaiber, Florence Pawlick, Frank, Henry and the late Helen Grosz, Vera Norman and Jean Hans; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the KOLANO FUNERAL HOME, 396 Amherst St. (near Grant) Sunday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will take place Sunday at 4:00 PM. Most Rev. Edward M. Grosz, D.D. Auxiliary Bishop officiating. Burial services private at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Mr. Kosiur was a Master Sgt. in WWII and the Korean War. Donations may be made to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Schenectady, 400 Craig St., Schenectady, NY 12301.

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Published by Buffalo News on Sep. 2, 2001.

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