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John Kosmoski Obituary

Passed away January 5, 2005 after a courageous battle with cancer. A native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin he served in the U.S. Navy and upon release, worked for Wisconsin Central Airlines as a mechanic. He retired with what would later become Republic Airlines. He was a devoted husband and loving father. He was an avid spectator in his children's athletics, a little league coach, umpire, president of the high school Booster Club, and involved in the Village's Wisconsin club. He loved sailing, golfing, crossword puzzles, reading, and his Green Bay Packers. Jack is survived by his wife Jeanne, daughters Jan, Jill, Joan, Jackie, son Jeff, grandchildren Kelsey, Carson, Kara, Audrey, sister Delphine, and family and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 21, 2005.

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Sue Schilter

January 22, 2005

He was an uncle for me and my girls. Michelle remembers taking a pretend flight to get ice cream when we were in Atlanta visiting.

Terry MacDonald

January 21, 2005

I appreciated that Mr. Kosmoski served his country in the U.S. Navy. I salute this veteran.

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