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Steven Cossey
1956 - 2021
Steven Cossey
1956 - 2021
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Steven Cossey Obituary
Pastor Steven Robert Cossey, of Rockford departed this earthly life November 14, 2021. He was born February 4,1956 in Rockford the son of William D. and Olievera Cossey. Steven lived most of his life in Rockford also 5 years in California. He married the former Renade Givens, July 14,1992 in Rockford. He was employed as a Building Asbestos Inspector by the Rockford Board of Education for over 25 years, before retiring in 2016. Steven was the founding Pastor of Total Faith Community Church, established December 31, 2008. He was a former Minister of Pilgrim Baptist Church, serving over the Evangelism Ministry, Prison Ministry and Layman Ministry. Steven graduated from Auburn High School Class of 1975, where he was a star athlete, participating in Football and Basketball; later attended Rock Valley College and Trade Tech Community College in Los Angeles, CA.
Steven leaves to cherish many loving memories, his devoted wife of 29 years, Renade; two daughters, LaShawn (Dennis) Douglas and Ashley Richardson; four sons, Brandon (Madeline) Cossey, Steven Cossey Jr., Calvin (Talisa) Miller and Joshua (Shannell) Cossey; 7 grandchildren; sister, Marquita Cossey; three brothers, William D. (Caroline) Cossey, Michael Cossey and Elliott (Carla) Cossey; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents.
Services will be held 11:00 a.m. at Total Faith Community Church 1250 S. Perryville Road Rockford, IL 61108. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held Monday November 29, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Arrangements completed by Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave.
In lieu of flowers please give to Rockford Rescue Mission, 715 W. State St., Rockford Il 61102 in honor of Rev. Steven R. Cossey
Daniel Anger
November 28, 2021
My sympathy and condolences to the Cossey family. I knew Steve for only four years as my football coach. He showed passion to teach young men how to play with heart and dignity. I considered him the best coach I ever had and carried that passion throughout my life as a father and coach. God Bless you Coach!
Gloria Smart
November 25, 2021
My condolences and prayers are with all the families
Michael Masters
November 25, 2021
God Bless you Steve! See you soon Brother in Christ.
Mona Lisa Holliman-George
November 25, 2021
I will always thank God for you Pastor Cossey. We attended Rock Valley College together back in the day...and from that time as young adults, I am not surprised that you became a successful Pastor because the love of God was awesome in your life even way back then. You were always such a great blessing to my son and I when we visited Total Faith Church. Thank you for being you.
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Henry & Georgia Wilson
November 25, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Robert and Ora Johnson
November 25, 2021
Family you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Teena Garrett
November 25, 2021
My sincere sympathy to Renade and family. Pastor Cossey was a true blessing, he always kept his word. May he rest in eternal peace. I pray for strength and peace.
Teena, Tea Leta & Terry Garrett
Amy Miller
November 23, 2021
When we would attend services at Total Faith Pastor Steve Always Made Sure To Let Us know He Saw Us. He had a way of making us all feel important. He delivered the word with such power! We will forever be thankful for this man. Praying for First Lady Renade. Words Can NOT Express. Steve was living proof of how far
FAITH will bring you when You come when to God. Steve was Truly A Blessing
Deepest Prayers & Condolences!
The Miller Family
Anthony M Miller, Amy Miller &
AmyriCali Miller
Sylvia Benton - Perteete
November 23, 2021
To the Family and Friends of Rev Cossey, May the light of Christ illuminate your way in the days and months to come. Many of my earliest memories include the Cossey family as children growing up in SW Rockford. The announcement of his passing was truly a shock. Praying for each of you as you mourn his loss.
Renee Wright Glover
November 22, 2021
Our sincere condolences to the Cossey family during this time. We are grateful for the impact he had on the lives of many people through his faith and the amazing love he had for the Lord. We send our Love and prayers to the entire Cossey family.
Janice Charles
November 22, 2021
May the love of God be with the Family during this time as always.
My prayers are with the Cossey family.
Cynthia Dishman-Moore
November 22, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Elvira Okwumabua
November 22, 2021
My deepest sympathy to all the family. May God fill you with His perfect peace.
Tami Collins
November 21, 2021
Steve and I grew up across the street from one another. My heart aches for his family. But we know that he's in the arms of our Lord. I have been, and will continue to pray for the family.
Brenda Reddic
November 21, 2021
On behalf of the Brenda Reddic and family, we would like to offer our sincere and deepest condolences to the family of Pastor Steve Cossey.
Pastor Cossey was a servant of God who loved God, His wife, God's people, his church family and he never met a stranger.
Pastor Cossey and Renade always welcomed me into their home I was treated as family, the hospitality shown to me was above expectations. We would laugh and have a joyous time in the Lord.
Thank you Pastor Cossey for allowing your light to shine in my life. Thank you Renade for your love and kindness towards me. I'll never forget what you and Pastor Cossey did for me. I love you and God bless you.
Christopher Newton
November 21, 2021
May God be with your family, As we pray for you.
Virginia B. Cooper
November 21, 2021
I will be forever grateful for Rev. Cossey's prayers
at Sunset Memorial Gardens
on July 9, 2021 as Ray Cooper's ashes were interred
into the Soldier's Wall. R.I.P.
Rev. Cossey.
John Foots
November 21, 2021
I missed attending Steve's church and hearing his sermon, but I heard good comments
Charlotte Martin
November 21, 2021
Steve was one if my kids. I've known him almost since birth. I know that the Lord is looking in on him and the family. Renade and I worked together at Sundstrands. It's like we're all family. I'll be praying for you all.
Michael Anderson
November 21, 2021
My deepest condolences to the Cossey family .
Angela Russey
November 20, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Debra Hudson-Curry
November 20, 2021
My prayers are with the family.
James/Veronica Floyd
November 20, 2021
Well words cannot express the way my husband (James/Veronica Floyd loved this man ..My Brother Carlos Blackman and Steve would race in front of my mom's house on Willard Ave they also p!ayed on the football team at Auburn high.. Fun,Fun memories, and he had that infectious laugh that would make you laugh.. Very Funny , and loved the lord.. prayers going up to our lord and savior Jesus Christ for the family.
Bobbi Marks-Cooper
November 20, 2021
Heaven has gained an angel. My prayers are extended to the family during this time of bereavement. Pastor Cossey will be missed.
Kenny B
November 20, 2021
Steve lived a complete life, God granted him time on this earth He truly will be missed..KennyB
Udell Sockwell and Family
November 20, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lewis and Marilyn Sockwell
November 20, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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