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Edward Kosnik Obituary
May 19, 1945 - June 24, 2018
Dr. Edward James Kosnik Jr., passed away June 24, 2018 in Charleston, SC. Born at home in Baltimore, MD on May 19, 1945 to Edward and Frances Sczepucha Kosnik, Ed was proud to be 100% Polish. He grew up with five sisters who called him Buzzy. He was a graduate of Loyola College and University of Maryland Medical School. During a surgical internship at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, he met the love of his life, Sally. They were engaged ten days after meeting and married three months later in January 1970. After one year training in Neurology at NYU – Bellevue Medical Center, they moved to Columbus in 1971 for his residency in Neurological Surgery at OSU. At this time, he also served as a Captain in the Ohio National Guard. Specializing in Pediatric Neurosurgery, he devoted 34 years of his life to patients at Nationwide Children's Hospital performing over 12,000 surgeries. He held many leadership positions including Medical Staff President at Nationwide Children's Hospital. In 2008, he was named Ohio Neurosurgeon of the Year. He trained many neurosurgeons including several who also specialized in Pediatric Neurosurgery; his youngest daughter was the most meaningful. While accomplishing professional goals, he and Sally raised four daughters and have been blessed with eight grandchildren who call him Dziadzi, Polish for Grandfather. He instilled in his daughters the values of hard work, compassion, perseverance, and selflessness, while inspiring them to pursue careers related to health care. He was an avid fisherman and loved spending time in Charleston, SC on his boat, Special Lady named after Sally. His other interests included crabbing, collecting Corvettes, antiques, carousels, Lionel trains, wood working, furniture building and restoring boat motors. He was a true Polish problem solver, could fix anything and build any piece of furniture without blueprints or plans. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Sally Chard Kosnik; their daughters, Sally Jo Niki (Jeffrey) Shafer, Jennifer Kosnik, Ellen (Dave) Cordle, Dr. Libby (Rhett) Infinger; and his grandchildren, Caroline Sally, Kyle Jeffrey, and Jacob Cooper Shafer, Edward James Kosnik, Ella Kathryn and Graham Edward Cordle, Rhett Edward and Lillian Frances Infinger; extended family and countless friends. Calling hours are 2-6pm on Sunday, July 1 at the O.R. WOODYARD NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 2990 Bethel Rd. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, July 2, 11am at St. Brigid of Kildare Church, 7179 Avery Rd. Interment to follow at Union Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held in Charleston, SC on Saturday, July 14. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Kosnik Fund, Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 16810, Columbus, Ohio 43216-6810. Visit www.orwoodyard.com to send condolences and share memories.
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R.Givens Mom of Rachele
Yesterday
Remembering Dr Kosnik. My 4 yr old was playing on her bunk bed and fell on her head and broke her neck in 1977. My husband and I took her to emergency room were the emergency Dr only saw bruising and we went home. Dr Kosnik called me the following morning to tell us to bring our daughter back to to do more xrays. We returned and Dr K explained that he saw a break in her neck on the previous xrays and she needed surgery. If he had not seen the break my daughter would not be here today. She's 52 yrs, a mom of 3 and a grandma of 2. God bless
Megan West
May 24, 2025
I'm pretty sure Dr Kosnik was in part responsible for me being here today. I don't remember him because when he saved my life I was only 22 months old but I'm very thankful for all his work in helping to save my life. At 22 months old I fell out of a hammock and a piece of plastic went through my temple and I suffered a subdural intracerebral hemorrhage and was diagnosed with traumatic brain injury. Literally half of my brain was damaged. I wasn't expected to make it through the surgery. It was an emergency craniotomy upon arrival at Children's hospital in Columbus, Ohio on July 24th, 1985. I graduated highschool passing all required tests and I drive and function independently. I have three kids, the youngest being almost 6 months and I'm 41 years old. If I would have been able to thank him personally I would have. It's his knowledge and work and God that saved me. I'm sure from where I came nobody who treated me then thought I would have gotten to where I am today. I'm sure I can speak for all who we're treated by him how thankful we all are that he was there. Sounds like he lived a great life. The world suffered a great loss as well as those that loved him it seems when God called him home.
Toj Strickland
January 7, 2025
Dr. Kosnik has come across my mind today. He diagnosed me with Hydrocephalus (1999) and saved my life with multiple surgeries under his care throughout my life. He was the smartest and most talented man I ever met. May he rest in peace, and his legacy; never forgotten.
Thomasina Bohannon
August 19, 2024
Wow. Dr. Kosnik came across my mind. He diagnosed me with a benign neuro tumor at age 4 when I had my first surgery (1988). My second surgery was at age 9 (1992). I will NEVER forget him. Now, at age 40, I can't believe I still remember the way he spoke, smiled and reassured my family that I would be do great in life. It's awesome to hear his daughter has followed his steps. Bless his whole family. Forever a memory. Never forgotten. <3 :)
Heather M Loggins
July 28, 2024
He was the greatest surgeon I ever met and had.
Patient 1992
July 12, 2024
Dr. Kosnik saved my life at age 12 after having an AVM and stroke in 1992. He troubleshot all throughout my life even when it came down to having my first child. He was simply giftted. My family is still as overjoyed as if it was 34 years ago. To the family I pray for your peace and prosperity in knowing of the legacy he left behind Elvira williams Barnett
Katrina Mankin
November 14, 2023
Dr Kosnik diagnosed me with the brain tumor when I was 14 years old in 2001... Dr k always took great care of me. He actually gave me a hug after one of my appointments in his office and told me to hang in there... Hands down the best doctor I have ever had! From the second I met him I knew he was somebody I could trust... God bless Dr k!
Sharie Benoit, D.O
September 11, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sharon Anderson and family
September 10, 2023
I still think of Dr Kosnik often. He saved my daughters life many times and even troubleshooted for her after moving from Columbus to Boulder. We have never had a better Doctor and miss him terribly. He would be proud of Lindsey and how successful she is due to having a partner in health like him to allow her to live and thrive. We love you Dr Kosnik.
Danielle Cook
June 24, 2023
I was a patient of Dr.Kosnik at children´s! I still remember my visit with him this day! He saved my life. I am sad to have learned of his passing. My condolences
Hatfields
January 3, 2023
I was so sad too hear about this. He was a wonderful man and surgeon.. I thank you God for Dr. Kosnik. Only He new we were going to needDr. Kosnik twice on too different surgeries on two little people in are family.. He did 1 surgery on my husbands nephew Bob. That turned out wonderful. Later that year Dr Kosnik did surgery on my and husband new born baby daughter Kimberly. Both were Success surgery´s.. Again we thank God for Dr. Kosnik for all the memories we have with are daughter and are nephew! Mrs. Kosnik and Daughters and Family thank you for sharing him with us!
Patrick Burke
September 16, 2022
Doctor Kosnik was a national treasure. Children´s hospital was his arena. He not only saved countless lives, but taught numerous doctors. Worked countless hours to serve our children.
Patrick Burke
Shelly Henness
June 22, 2022
Our family is forever grateful for Dr. Kosnik, he saved our son´s life along with the grace of God almost 20 years ago. He told us to take life "One day at a time".
The Henness Family
Dave Neff
June 21, 2022
I had the privilege of working with Ed at NationWide Children´s Hospital and the Medical University of South Carolina, where I served on the Administrative staffs at both hospitals. We were blessed to have Libby train and join our Pediatric Neurosurgery Department at MUSC Children´s Hospital and it was impressive to me to see Libby and Ed work side-by-side in our Pediatric Neurosurgery Clinic. He was passing on his knowledge and experience to Libby, "paying it forward" in the twilight of his career. This was a "gift" to Libby and to the MUSC Children´s Hospital. Well-done Ed!!!
Shelly Henness
June 24, 2021
Almost 19 years ago our son Allen was in a tragic hunting accident, he was accidentally shot in the head by his best friend. I´ll never forget the details of that day. Our 14 son was life flighted to Children´s hospital, we were fortunate enough to have Dr.Kosnik on duty that day as his neurologist. I give credit to God , Dr. Kosnik and his team that day for saving our son´s life. Dr. Kosnik never sugar coated anything and told us our son only had a 10-15% chance to survive. One thing he said was he did his part , the rest is in God´s hands and to take things one day at a time. Our son walked out of Children´s hospital two 1/2 months later. I´ll never forget Dr. Kosnik & the staff who cared for our son. Allen is a true TBI survivor & we were blessed to have Dr.Kosnick as his neurologist.
Mary Alice Fricke
June 19, 2019
Sally I am so sorry to hear of Your husbands passing. I had just asked my cousin, who is nurse at childrens about him. I decided to google him and found his obit. He was such a wonderful man and you were so good to us at usair when you traveled to Charleston. We never forget christmas day when you brought us those Cheryls cookie. I hope you are doing well. Mary Alice Fricke usair columbus.
Marianne Sanders
May 22, 2019
Deepest condolences to all of you. Dr. Kosnik not only saved our son's life he preserved the quality of it. Our son had an enormous arachnoid cyst which pushed the left side of his brain into the right side of his cranium. A year after the surgery he became the top student in his school. 15 years out he is now a highly successful economist in Washington DC. We are all forever grateful for Dr Kosniks skill and great compassion during an exceptionally dark time in our lives. He will remain forever in our prayers. As an aside, we met him in the elevator when checking in for the surgery. We also happened to be Catholic and he showed our son his medals, saying he'd be praying for him.
Stacey Green
April 18, 2019
Oh my goodness I am just in such shock to have just heaed today of Dr Kosnik's passing.Dr Kosnim has been my doctor from the day I was born in till the day he retired.I was so sad to see him retire.He was such a sweet,loving,caring
Vinodh Angal
February 14, 2019
Sorry to hear about Dr Kosnik. May his soul rest in peace. You have done a great deal to mankind. My daughter is among one of the 12K surgeries he has performed. She was operated when she was 1 month old and today she is a Junior at High school and an exemplary student. I write this note with a tear in my eye and for what you done to help all the kids under your care.
RIP
Thank You and ever indebted to you.
Sarah Walter
December 27, 2018
I am sorry I did not send condolences sooner, but I would like to share my deepest regrets and sympathies to your family. As a former patient whose life was forver altered and improved by Dr. Kosnik's hand I can only say I am thankful for the life he lived and his dedication to his craft. Best wishes to your family as I am sure you continue to grieve and heal.
Scotty Newland Jr
December 7, 2018
33 years ago today Dr. Kosnik did what science called impossible and faith called a miracle by doing surgery for corrective spina bifida mylo for me. As I was searching for him to thank him on my birthday I came across this and am broken hearted I never got the chance to say thank you.
HUNTER BLACKBURN
October 8, 2018
RIP Dr Kosnik. You were a great man who gave me a chance at a better life. You'll be remembered as a hero and saving grace to our family
August 21, 2018
A brilliant intellect that he constantly contributed to the health care of children with humility, excellence and humor. Respected by all of his colleagues and students. he will live on with family and all of us.
Donald H. Reigel, MD
Pittsburgh PA
Kimberly Ely/ Beard
August 8, 2018
My family's condolences to yours. He was my savior with a scapel, My son's Angel on Earth. From meeting him in 1997 when my son only weighed 3pds 1 oz on shunt surgery day to about to turn 21 yrs old and thriving!!!!He will be sadly missed
Mikki Oswald
July 14, 2018
So sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Kosnik. He will forever hold a special place in my heart for saving my son who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma cancer and needed surgery to remove a tumor that was on his spine (my baby was only 1 at the time). My son is now 19 and in college and living life to the fullest.
My deepest sympathy to all of his family...Dr. Kosnick will Forever be remembered.
Dave Neff
July 10, 2018
On behalf of my Grandview Heights family, I want to extend our condolences to the entire Kosnik family. I had the privilege of working with Ed at NationWide Children's Hospital for several years and also at the Medical University of South Carolina Medical Center, where he and I worked toward the end of our respective careers. The highlight of the latter experience was to observe Ed and Dr. Libby Kosnik Infinger have the opportunity to practice patient care together, both enhancing the quality of medical care for pediatric neurosurgery patients at our MUSC Children's Hospital. Ed was, first and foremost, a patient advocate but also was a wonderful physician leader, who worked collaboratively with those of us who worked in the administrative ranks. He was a valued colleague, mentor and friend. Dave Neff
Angela Holbrook
July 9, 2018
Dr. Kosnik was a great man! He was my neurosurgeon for 34 years at Nationwide Children's Hospital. He was NOT only my doctor, he was a friend. When he retired, he still kept track of me with my current Neurosurgeon. He will be missed!! I praying for all of you!
Angela Holbrook
July 8, 2018
Dr. Kosnik was my neurosurgeon for 30 years! I am so grateful for his knowledge of helping people like me with hydrocephlis. He was NOT only my doctor, he was my FRIEND!! When he retired from Nationwide Children's Hospital, Dr. K still kept track of me with my current Neurosurgeon. I will miss him! I want you all to know that you ALL are in my prayers!
kitty shadbolt
July 7, 2018
Dr Kosnic saved my daughter,LIZA'S life when she was ten and developed a epidural bleed after a minor bike mishap. forever grateful. Kitty and liz shadbolt
Sharie Benoit
July 2, 2018
Dr. Kosnik was a gentle giant. I worked with him in Columbus Ohio.
He helped me find a doctor for my daughter.
I hope that his wife, daughters and grandchildren are comforted by knowing that he was loved by everyone who knew him.
Rest In Peace, until we meet on the other side.
Dawn Mollica
July 1, 2018
I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Kosnik. We always considered him an angel. He removed a spinal
Cord tumor from my son just after his first birthday. Even though the surgery left him paralyzed we will be ever grateful that he is still with us 23 years later. He recently graduated from college with an engineering degree. Again, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you can take comfort in the fact that your husband and father saved so many lives.
Sincerely,
Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Mollica and John
Martha Rose Sapp
July 1, 2018
Dr Kosnik was one of the most EXTRAORDINARY human beings I had the utmost honor, privilege and blessing of knowing!!! He gave my son his first haircut at 6 months of age. I remember the nurse handing me a small bag that contained several locks of my son's hair saying Dr Kosnik thought you would want this - all I could do was cry at the heartfelt gesture. Behind his "rough" exterior was a GENTLE giant of a man with a HUGE heart. He was an EXTREMELY GIFTED neurosurgeon. What a PROFOUND BEAUTIFUL legacy he has left to all those who knew/loved him!!! May you rest in peace Dr Kosnik!!!
My thoughts and prayers are with his beautiful wife, daughters and their families. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for SHARING your WONDERFUL husband, father and grandfather with my family!!!
Tayanna Crowe
July 1, 2018
I am truly greatful for all the great surgery and neurosurgeon skills he had and blessed us with. He truly was like family and will be missed and loved always. Love and condolences to his family from Tayanna Crowe,Timya stephens and Maurice brown jrThank you for all u did Dr Eddie Kosnik
Catherine and richard Gill
July 1, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you all week. We hope that the messages shared have brought comfort to lessen the grief of your sudden and unexpected loss. May these testaments of treasured memories shared carry you and continue to carry you through the two most difficult days in your lives...last Sunday morning and tomorrow. The obituary is so beautifully written and captures his life perfectly, a life well lived, a gifted and passionate man who shared his many talents over several decades, a devoted husband, a loving father, grandfather and friend to many. Our lasting memory of him was just a few weeks ago at jeff and niki's, sitting at the table with his daughters and his grandkids playing a game, (gathered in celebration of his oldest grand daughter Caroline Shafer's, high school graduation) . He was so full of joy and happiness to be surrounded by his entire family on such a wonderful occasion. This is his legacy, the lives he touched the lives that carry on because of him. May you find peace and comfort in knowing you have a new very special guardian angel watching over you. As you shared Niki, I have no doubt it was he who guided me back to safety last Sunday afternoon. With loving thoughts and warm embrace to all he has touched and those who miss him dearly.
Mary (Pinizzotto) Allen
July 1, 2018
To the loving Kosnik family that touched my heart and treated me instantly like family when I first moved to Grandview. Words cannot express how my heart aches for you at this time. Dr.Kosnik was and will always be the idealistic father figure to me, strong but gentle, humorous (even though dry) and lovingly scolding when you show up chewing gum in his presence.
July 1, 2018
Dr Kosnik sounds like an amazing doctor and person. Though I never met him he operated on my daughters best friend , Madeline, when she was 5 and they were in preschool together. The surgery saved Maddies life- 22 years ago- and I might add she hasn't skipped a beat. She will be married to the love ❤ of her life at the end of this month and is still best friends with my daughter, Becca-. Truly grateful God placed Dr Kosnik in Maddies life. He sounds like he was an amazing doctor and man. My heart and prayers are with his family .
Brandy Murphy
July 1, 2018
What do you say about a man that saved not only your life but your child's. This man was truly a god send to this world. He devoted his life to his patients. He will be missed by everyone whose lives he was a part of. He will forever be apart of my life and I will forever be grateful to him. Thank you for being the man that we all needed you to be. RIP Sir your very generous duty here on earth is complete.
Lea Clark
June 30, 2018
I was so saddened to hear of his passing. Thanks to Dr. Kosnik I was able to have my son with me for 20 blessed years. I dont think he truly understood the enormous impact he made on so many children's lives. He truly was the gentle giant...
Michele Karow
June 30, 2018
When I started my career at NCH Dr. Kosnik terrified me but it wasn't long before I realized just how genuine of a person that he truly was. He remembered the smallest details about his patients all of whom he cared deeply for. His love of Sally, his girls, and the grandchildren very obviously ran deep and wide. He will be missed by many. My deepest sympathy to the family. Until in heaven you again meet.
Joellen Webb
June 30, 2018
I am just heartbroken to hear this. I'm sure that you will get many, many condolences hearing what a wonderful person he was. He was once as I read, an angel with a scalpel. That is most certainly true. We first met Dr. Kosnik at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus,Oh. in 1989 and continued with him until my son was 18 years old. He made it possible for my son who was born Spina Bifida to be able to walk to and to lead a normal life. I have never seen a surgeon's office filled with so many patients. He will be sadly missed. Heaven has a new angel. Rest in peace, Dr. Kosnik.
Jean Hanna
June 30, 2018
We was heartbroken to hear of Dr. Kosnik's death. He operated on my daughter 13 times and became a member of our family. Dr. Kosnik was always so kind and always made sure Kel's head was not shaved any more than necessary - something very important to a little girl. There is a special place in Heaven for him...RIP Dr. Kosnik
The Mogan Family
June 30, 2018
As I'm sure that you will receive numerous condolences and shared memories, we would like to join in expressing our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers to your family upon hearing that Dr. Kosnik has passed. To us, he was the light at the end of our tunnel. The gentle giant who's kind, peaceful and amazingly talented ways not only helped our son medically, but put us at ease and carved a special place in our hearts just for The Great Dr. Kosnik. In our eyes, no one compares. As you know, he will be remembered fondly by many. Our prayers are with your family. God Bless.
Angela Stilgenbauer
June 29, 2018
There are no words that can express how much we appreciate Dr. Kosnik. He saved our sons life and rescued him. We will never forget him. We are so sorry for your loss. We will pray for your family.
Clarissa Cokonougher
June 29, 2018
We were very fortunate to have had Dr. Kosnik as my twin brother's neurosurgeon on the day of his accident in 2002. To this day Allen is doing great. Dr. Kosnik was a great man, and gifted Neurosurgeon. Thoughts and prayers for the family! Rest in Peace Dr. Kosnik, you'll be greatly missed, and never forgotten!
julie isaac
June 29, 2018
I owe so much to this man. He saved my little girls life. He was an angel on earth. Words can not express the love and gratitude we have for him. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Clarissa Cokonougher
June 29, 2018
We were very fortunate to have had Dr. Kosnik as my twin brother's neurosurgeon on the day of his accident in 2012. To this day Allen is doing great. Dr. Kosnik was a great man, and gifted Neurosurgeon. Thoughts and prayers for the family! Rest in Peace Dr. Kosnik, you'll be greatly missed, and never forgotten!
Hennes Family
June 29, 2018
It breaks our families heart to hear this, Dr. Kosnik saved our son's life when he was 14yrs old. He was shot in the head and only given a 10% chance of living, I still remember Ed telling me "I've done all I can do it's up to the Man upstairs" He was truly a Great man and gifted Doctor, May God comfort you and your Family, remember all the people he touched and have the honor of saying "Doctor Ed fixed my Head"
Caitlyne Carruthers
June 29, 2018
Rip Dr.Kosnik
Words can not express the gratitude I have for the countless times you saved my life from the day I was born and worked to keep me alive and healthy. Or even just what the world has lost or the devastation I felt finding out you left the state although I understood and was happy for you, and recently hearing I would never get the chance to ever thank you. You will forever be the one I compare all my neurosurgeons to and no one has ever or will ever be able to compare to the safety I felt knowing you were going to help me. I hope to be able to show my respects if I am able to figure out transportation and I also hope to meet your daughter one day who is following in your footsteps and tell her how eternally grateful I am for you.
Beverlee Jobrack
June 29, 2018
In 1995, Dr. Kosnik removed our daughter's astrocytoma tumor. She turned 5 in the hospital following the surgery. Year after year we had follow-up scans and had the pleasure of meeting with Dr. Kosnik and the relief of his reassurance that she had no more chance of having another tumor than anyone else. On July 28, this year she will be married. We owe Dr. Kosnik so much that we could never repay. May his memory be for a blessing.
June 29, 2018
This broke my heart to hear of Dr. Kosnik's passing. He was a truly gifted physician and will be missed. He saved my daughter's life in 1994 and followed her medically until he retired. Rest in peace, Dr. Kosnik.
The Mattox Family (Janet, Becky, & Kimberly)
Kimberly M
June 29, 2018
He will be missed. Condolences for the family and friends.
Ann and Steve Montgomery
June 29, 2018
We are so saddened to hear of Dr. Kosnik's passing. Our hearts go out to his loving family. We were very fortunate to have Dr. Kosnik enter our lives when our son Ben was 10 and had a brain tumor. The morning of his surgery, they moved up the schedule-there was an ice storm-and Dr. Kosnik delayed the start until Steve could get to the hospital to see Ben. What a wonderful man. Over the years, countless hours and days in his office and the hospital, 4 brain surgeries, radiation and chemo, Dr. Kosnik saved Ben's life multiple times and gave us 17 more years with him. We know that Ben welcomed his favorite doc with a big bear hug in heaven. God bless.
Katie Glaze
June 29, 2018
So sad to hear of Dr. Kosnik's passing. He was a wonderful man as well as a fantastic surgeon. He was my daughter's surgeon some 40 years ago,he saved her life with his skilled hands. Prayers for the family. Please find comfort in his many memories. Rest in peace Dr. Kosnik
karen adkins
June 29, 2018
So sorry to hear that Dr Kosnik has passed prayers for His family I had the pleasure to work with him at the Childrens office He was a great doctor and I enjoyed working for him He will Be Missed by many
June 29, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to Ed's family. He was a great surgeon but an even greater man. He will be missed. Neil Cole
Tomara Price, APN
June 29, 2018
Even though, Dr. Kosnik has been retired for many years families and staff continue to share stories and remember him fondly. He will be missed. My condelences to the family.
Christine Johnson
June 29, 2018
Dr. Kosnik was one of the best Neurosurgeon in the world. He saved our (then) 14 year old daughter from a major AVM hemorrhage in 2001. She is a successful, thriving 32 year old now. He will be greatly missed. Hugs and prayers sent for his family and friends. <3
Maria Gardner
June 29, 2018
So much talent! He will be missed and I will forever be grateful that he took the time to share his knowledge. Rest In Peace Dr. Kosnik. My prayers are with your family
Stacey Little
June 29, 2018
To say my heart is broken is an understatement. Dr. Kosnik was such a great person to work for and with. He will be greatly missed. Deepest, heartfelt condolences to the family.
Ruth Nash
June 28, 2018
We are so sadden to hear of Dr. Kosnik's passing. He did surgery on our 14 year old grandson that had a gunshot wound to his head in 2002. We know God placed him there for Allen. Allen is doing good despite his handicap. Prayers to you all.
Jill Tice
June 28, 2018
I was so sad to hear this. I worked with Dr. Kosnik for over 40 years. He was an excellent physician who always put the children first. I greatly admired that quality. He was a good and gentle man and will be greatly missed. He made a diffence in the lives os so many. May he Rest In Peace and his family find comfort.
Dolores Carruthers
June 28, 2018
May his family find strength in their memories. The family of Caitlyne Carruthers
Gail Howell
June 28, 2018
My husband and I are very new friends of the Kosnik's.
I first met Sally, we immediately knew each other. Soon after, she and Ed invited us to dinner. I have no Doctors stories to share, but reading other stories of their journey with Dr. Kosnik doesn't surprise me. He was special.
We were treated not only to a delicious dinner but, the wonder of their home in Charleston.
Ed's skills with wood working was magical, his sly humor infectious.
Later they visited us in Florida, another nice memory.
We have been blessed by this friendship, and will forever remember this giant of a man.
Thoughts and prayers for all.
Gail and Rick Howell
Mollie Tooker
June 28, 2018
We are thinking of you all during this time. We send our love. Love, Mollie, Chad and William
Sarah Ackley
June 28, 2018
I think Dr. Kosnik was one of the best Neurosurgeon in the world. I will pray for his family to find peace during this hard time.
June 28, 2018
Dr. Kosnik was my sons physician and was not only a WONDERFUL neurosurgeon but also a WONDERFUL person!! He touched so many lives including ours and will be missed by many many people both professionally and personally. He had such a warm personality and a heart as big as the universe! God needed another angel so he took you before we were ready to let you go...........
Sherry Shanks
June 28, 2018
Please accept my deepest condolences. I truly think of Dr. Kosnik as a gift from God to my family. On May 19, 2003, he removed an anaplastic astrocytoma from my 19 year old daughter's brain. It re-grew and he performed a second surgery on her in 2004. She underwent 33 radiation treatments and 2 years of monthly chemotherapy. She went for follow-up MRIs every 3 months for several years. We would sit impatiently in Dr. Kosnik's office after each one, waiting to hear him say, Scans look great. Now, 15 years later, she is married and raising a beautiful daughter she gave birth to in 2012. I give God praise for all He has provided, especially the best neurosurgeon ever. Dr. Kosnik was special and will never be forgotten.
Michael Slusher
June 28, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Kosnik's passing. i was 17 when he saved my life in 1990 and 31 when he saved my son's in 2004. No words can describe our gratitude. God bless you and your family. Rest well.
Christina Henry
June 28, 2018
Dr. Kosnik was one of the best neurosurgeon. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Kosnik family.
June 28, 2018
Such a wonderful man! He was the first doctor who actually listening to my daughter and basically saved her life. We had to drive 9 hours from PA to see him and never minded because he was such a compassionate doctor. He restored our faith in the medical community. We were so lucky to have found this special doctor. So sorry for your loss.
The Lazarus family
June 28, 2018
Dr Kosnik took care of our son when he had a brain tumor over 15 years ago. Our family cannot express our gratitude enough for the compassion he showed us and the skills he demonstrated. He was truly a special person and we feel blessed to have known him.
Keith Nichols MD
Amy Nichols
David Nichols
Carrie Nichols
Lynnee Brown
June 28, 2018
So sorry to hear about your father's passing! He was a great man, wonderful doctor and loving dad/ grandpa! Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family!
June 28, 2018
Accept my sympathy Sharie A. Benoit and the Conterelli's .
Keith Goodwin
June 28, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Kosnik's passing. Of all the physicians I've worked with over the last 43 years I don't know of one that had a greater impact on my life and career. I remember the many Saturday's we worked with the team in the Operating Room to improve productivity and performance. I also remember watching him so very carefully shave only the minimum about of hair from a young adolescent girl's head in the OR knowing full well the impact of having a large bald spot following surgery would have on her self esteem. His commitment to his patients and his family set the standard for all of us. He will be missed.
Howard Baulch
June 28, 2018
Our deepest condolences go out to the Kosnik family. After suffering for over a year from the symptoms brought on by his yet to be diagnosed Arnold-Chiari Malformation where other doctors had been dumbfounded, Dr. Kosnik diagnosed the condition and performed a successful surgery on our oldest son 20 years ago. Later he allowed our son to shadow him on a career day and referred to him as Dr. Jonathan - such incredible skill matched with the kindest spirit! Today our son is a successful software architecture director for a prominent financial services firm. Dr. Kosnik was certainly a blessing for our family.
June 27, 2018
My thoughts and prayers to the entire Kosnik family. I feel so honored to have worked with your husband/dad. It's astonishing to think about how many lives he saved/helped in his lifetime. He was an amazing surgeon and a wonderful person. Rest In Peace Dr. Kosnik. Warmly, Aimee Wilber and Family
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