Jack (Jaakko) Matias Kosola

Jack and Elsa were the best neighbours ever. We felt blessed and grateful to have them next door. They were so special, always friendly, kind and thoughtful. They even loved our "shelties"! Your dad spent a lot of time at the fence playing with them. We will remember swinging on the swing and visiting with them. What a wonderful couple! You were blessed to have them as parents We know they are missed and have a chosen place together with God in heaven.
Lila & Brady Bujold

We were so sorry to hear about Jack's passing. He was one of our favourite people a man of good character, kindness and humour. He was Robyn's grandpa, John's athletic coach and my dad. He treated us as not just friends but family. When I was 9, he shared his school books with me. He ran the Nym Lake road and highway with John. He went in the swing with Robyn and let her steal carrots from the garden. We have many fond memories that we will cherish. Be well,

Bonnie, John, Robyn, Colin & Claire

Hello Raija, Maria and Ilona

We are so sorry to hear your dad is dead. My father called me yesteday and he was very sad too. Your dad Jaska and my dad were very close even they lived so far of each other. Now my dad is the last of Kosola brothers and I can imagine that he thinks how many years he has left. I can also imagine how hard it is to lose first your brother and then both of your parents in so short time.
We hope you can have support from your families and friends.
We are thinking of you.

With warm thoughts,

Ritva and Martti

I just opened Maria's email. I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. I have so many happy memories of your mom and dad from days when their health was better. I loved your father's sense of humour and his "joie de vie". Their anniversary party with the sauna cake is the first memory which comes to mind at this moment. It was such a joyous occasion. When he went to Finland with Eric I was so excited for them and happy that Eric kept me up to date emailing me regularly. I have always been thankful for being invited to your family events and how all of you made me feel so welcome. Like Neil, I'm an orphan too. I lost my father in 2000, my mother in 2006.

I truly write this email with a heavy heart and I share in your grief today. Sending all of you my love and prayers.

June

Dear Raija,



So sorry to hear of the passing of your father earlier this week. It is never easy to lose a parent.. And to now be the elder in the family. I say I'm not ready for the responsibility !!! But somehow we all rise to the occasion as did our parents before us because we will always be a part of them and they of us..
May our Risen and Ascended Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ give you and your family Peace as you mourn..
With Sympathy,

Sharon xoxo

Dear Raija,

I am just sending you my condolences in the loss of your dad. It is always difficult to lose ones parents. Sooner or later we all become orphans. But as executor, you have added responsibility. I hope the good memories that your parents leave behind will be a comfort to you. May you feel God's love and care for you and your family. Take care for now ok!



Sincerely yours,

Bev Bloom

Hi Raija and family

I think it is wonderful that you had spent time with your Dad before he went home to rest in the Lord. He and your mother will be together again. I am sorry that you have had a lot on your plate in the last couple years. I pray that God will continue to be your strength and comfort in the days ahead.



Sincerely,

Sharon & Max Beyak

Our sympathies to Raija and family



We are very saddened to hear of your father's passing Raija. My dad's 93rd birthday would have been today. He passed away on my birthday, January 1st 13 yrs ago. My mom passed away Feb 17th- will be 17 yrs. My brother and I feel the same, being orphans. It is just my brother and myself left in the family (plus children). Steve's dad passed away 3 days before Christmas 14 yrs. ago. I am very happy that you were able to spend Christmas with your dad Raija. Xoxo Please take care. Remember- God is surrounding you and yours with His loving arms now and always. xoxo

your sister in Christ,

Norma, Steve and family

Raija, Dear Sister in Christ,

May God wrap His loving arms around you and your family. May you know and believe that your parents are resting safe in the arms of Jesus. May you find comfort in celebrating Holy Communion with them and all the saints each time you partake of it. We are all the family of God who are baptized in Christ. Just as Eero and I have not had parents alive for over 10 years we understand how you feel. You are not alone. We are here for you.

Love, Irene and Eero Warpula

The first time Jack and I met was on a ski trail, I knew of him but we had never met. I asked if Timo was his son to which he replied, "yes". I went on to say that Timo and I played hockey together as kids. We had some nice reminisces of those times. Later when I was delivering meals on wheels we met again and saw each other three times a week. That is where we struck up our friendship. I was very happy to be able to be of help to your Dad. He could still walk uptown on his own at first but needed someone to drive him when he needed to go somewhere by car. On a trip to Thunder Bay for some minor surgery on a patch of skin he needed, we had a good natter all the way there and back with a few laughs. I really enjoyed his stories of skiing, some of them were quite the feats! When he was cleaning out the garage he gave me his skis and poles.... they are so nice and such a good memory for me. I use them often. I've always had a pair of backwoods skis, which are wider x-country skis for deeper snow and had thought of buying myself a pair of narrow skis for the fairer conditions, so they were perfect! In fact two days after Gill and I got back from SA I went into the park (Quetico) on them and caught two lovely trout.

Gordon Goodwin

Dear Kosola Family,

I had the greatest privilege and pleasure of knowing your father and mother for many years while flying for the MNR at Nym Lake. They were the salt of the earth and the whole community will miss them dearly.

God Bless

Bruno and Kathleen Gasparotto and Family

We offer our deepest sympathy in the loss of your precious father and grandfather. We knew Jack for many years and admired his wonderful nature and skills. We will miss him and will recall the many times we worked together on elections - Jack was always so willing to help and support us. He was so lonely after your Mom died and he felt his world had pretty much come to an end. We send our thoughts and prayers to all of you. God bless.
Fran & Rick Kolton Atikokan

I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I will always think of him with great affection. He was always laughing and telling jokes and just a delight to be around. I got to see him almost every summer at our cabin when he and Elsa would come out for a swim and he would join us for a "sauna". I alway had to make sure I said that with a Finnish pronunciation (sowhh-na) or he would be sure to correct me. I remember he loved reading and going cycling in the summer and cross-country skiing in the winter. I learned about etiquette from him too when he would say, "Guests are like fish...after 3 days, they both start to stink". Haha

Our family will miss him, but will always remember him...Connie (Savinsky), Farshad, Braden and Sabrina Amin, Ballantrae, On.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family....I remember Jack with his humour...especially when he would say: Women are first...especially on thin ice" ha. ha a wonderful kind father, husband and grandfather, a gifted carpenter, beautiful singer ....the list goes on. So many improvements to Faith Lutheran Church. We all will miss him...Myrtle Main, Atikokan, On

Olin hyvin nuori, kun muutitte sinne kauas. Pitkästä välimatkasta huolimatta sisarus suhteemme on ollut hyvin läheinen ja lämmin. Monta kertaa olemme tavanneet ja yhteyttä pidetty yllä monin eri tavoin. Viimeinen tapaamisemme oli erityinen, koska Jaska ja Eric tekivät sen yhdessä tänne Suomeen ja se matka oli molemmille hyvin tärkeä. Sait elää pitkän elämän rakkaittesi kanssa ja tehdä työtä, joka oli mieluisa. Hyvää matkaa veljeni....rakkaudella siskosi Tarja

My deepest condolences to Ilona and her family; you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

My thoughts are with you Maria & family.

Olemme olleet kovin surullisia kuullessamme Jaska- sedän poismenosta. Emme olleet kovin paljon yhteyksissä mutta aina muistimme Kanadan sukulaisia ja olimme kiitollisia että tapasimme Jaskan vielä Suomessa muutama vuosi sitten.
Toivomme teille voimia ja siunausta kaikille , setääni Jaskaa lämmöllä muistaen
Leena ja Jussi Pulkkinen

I have many fond memories of Jack and my grandfather, Geo.Monkhouse and grandma painting with your mom at Nym Lake. Your father always had a smile. My condolences to the Kosola family and my dear friend Ilona especially. May Jack rest in peace.

To the Kosala Family,

Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God be with you and may you find comfort in His Love.

Erik and Jacqui Thingstad, Ignace, Ontario

We have wonderful fond memories of fun discussions and laughter shared at family gatherings, celebrations and when visiting Jack and Elsa after our move to south central Ontario. We are so proud and thankful to have had them as part of our family. Our heartfelt condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to Raija, Maria, Ilona, their the families and other family members. We are with you in spirit and hope the love of friends and family will comfort you at this difficult time.
Arden & Robert Baechler

Very sad to hear of Jack's passing, we have fond memories of our time at Nym, one of our favourite paintings is one done by your Mom and of course framed by Jack. He was always upbeat and a great guy to work with, our thoughts are with you.
Gary & Sylvia Parker