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"Do you know who I am?"
He graduated from Highland High School in 1969, having participated in varsity football, baseball and basketball. He dreamed of playing professional sports.
Cos was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1970 and proudly served with the 1st Armored Division. He was stationed in Germany until his honorable discharge in 1971.
He attended Dutchess Community college for Business Administration and SUNY New Paltz where he obtained his water license.
He worked for the United States Postal Service for sixteen years, where he worked as a Shop Steward and served as Clerk Craft Director for the American Postal Workers Union.
He was a member of Disabled American Veterans, American Legion Lloyd Post 193, where he served as Post Commander 1980-1981 & 2001-2005 and VFW Post 6534 serving as Post Commander from 2000-2001.
He enjoyed giving back to his community by volunteering at the St. Augustine Bazaar, coaching little league teams, raising money for community sports and served on the Highland Central School Board for 3 years.
He was predeceased by his parents Beatrice Stella (1975) and Cos A. Trapani Sr. (2000).
He is survived and missed by his loving family: wife Marlene, daughter Stacey and her husband Steve, son Cos III and his wife Sarah and his granddaughter Isabella. Twin sisters Debi Bondanella and Dona Pizzutelli.
Cos had several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles and devoted friends. He cherished everyone more than they can ever know and was incredibly proud of his family.
Calling hours will be held Sunday, January 16th from 2 to 4, 7 to 9 at The Michael Torsone Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 38 Main Street, Highland, NY 12528.
A Funeral Service will be held Monday, January 17th at 10 A.M. at the funeral home with burial to follow at Highland Cemetery with full Military Honors.
For directions or online condolonces, visit our website at www.torsonememorial.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Cos Trapani
Denise Tozzi
January 24, 2011
Dear Marlene and family, I just found out today (Jan 24, 2010) that Cos past away and I can only tell you that I feel for you and the hole that you feel in your heart. Cos was such a presences when he walked into my office he was a ray of light. He always had us laughting or saying "I am glad he is not mad at us". Please know our heart breaks for you and your family. Denise Tozzi (Allstate Insurance)
January 17, 2011
We are so sorry. Had no idea or we would have paid our respects to a wonderful man. You are in our prayers. Jo and Al Cicale
Ginger & Bob Paul
January 17, 2011
Marlene me and Bobby were so sorry to hear of Cos's death. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Stephanie Cavano
January 17, 2011
Cos.....no matter how many years go by I will always remember you as the first boy I ever "Kissed".... in first grade:)
To The Family: May "happy" memories carry you through this sorrowful time...Stephanie (Fiscella) and Joe Cavano
Teresa & Jim Morabito
January 17, 2011
Marlene,Stacy,and Cos,Please know that we are thinking of you during these very difficult times.We will always remember Cos laughing and joking,and never losing his zest for life.Teresa and Jim Morabito
Joe Bragg & Family
January 16, 2011
Marlene,Stacey,Little Cos and Family,Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
joseph c diblanca sr
January 16, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 16, 2011
In memory of Cos:
A father, a veteran, a friend.
I remember Cos and Marlene always...
I remember the pride Cos had in his children, his wife, his community.
I remember his joy for Stacey's graduation, her wedding, and the pride he took in all of her accomplishments.
...and the respect he had for his son-in-law, Steve, was immeasurable...
His smile grew with his son's marriage to Sarah, pictures testify to his happiness as he danced with her...
And his granddaughter's birth - falling in love with Isabella from the start.
Always a hand-shake, a "how've you been?", and a "have you voted yet?"
All of our love to your family; we're missing him.
We will forever honor him.
Love always from us.
Becky
January 16, 2011
cos was and will be remembered as a great man, friend and a devoted family man. we will miss him at the football games and the times we had the seasons of 97-2000. rest in peace, your job was well done. raymond ayres and family class of 2000.
January 15, 2011
Rest in peace Cos.
January 15, 2011
COS,I ALWAYS LOVED YOU & I ALWAYS WILL!! YOU WERE ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS EVER.I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY ! MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOREVER.MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY. LOVE, ALAN MINNETTO
January 15, 2011
I remember the great job that Cos did as commander of the American Legion in getting the late Ray DiLorenzo his due honor for his service in Vietnam. Cos also worked very hard as a Highland School Board member. He was totally devoted to his community and the kids in the community.
He was my friend.
Craig McKinney
Linda Thoden
January 15, 2011
Cos was a great brother-in-law and Godfather with a heart of gold and will be greatly missed. Linda, Bill and Lauren
Jill Indleicato
January 15, 2011
My condolences to Cos's family, he will be missed. Jill Indelicato
Sandy Huckell Muller
January 15, 2011
RIP Dear Cos I always remembered you as a kind person with a great smile. You will be missed.
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