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Tom Koziol Obituary

Age 49 of St. Paul Died unexpectedly On Sunday morning, May 27th. Preceded in death by mother, Catherine. Survived by father, John Sr.; and brothers, John Jr. and Michael (Susan); family and many friends. Tom loved many and was loved by many. Please send memorials to Fairview Recovery Services, room F575, 2450 Riverside Ave., Mpls., MN 55454.

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Published by Pioneer Press from May 30 to Jun. 1, 2012.

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Pat Lessard

June 26, 2012

My deepest sympathies to Tom's family. I was fortunate to get to know him better this past March. Tom's mom was also my 5th grade teacher. He was a good friend and she was a great teacher.

Mark Reed

June 9, 2012

to John Sr and Jr and Mike, hang in there and may I say with deepest sympathy and due respect from a forever "Pal"

"Benny" Mark K Reed
Staff Barnabas Health
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Dan Lange

June 7, 2012

My sympathy goes out to Tom's family. He was indeed one of a kind and a delight to be around.

Susan Reed

June 7, 2012

John, I'm so terribly sorry to hear of your brother's sudden passing. You and your family are in my heart and prayers.

Sandy Snider Okamoto

June 5, 2012

Tom was an awesome person; so down to earth and easy to talk with. Very sorry to hear of his passing. Went to high school with Tom and have lots of great memories.

Casey Clark

June 3, 2012

Tom was a great person who brought laughter with him wherever he went.  He had many talents and his greatest was friendship.  My thoughts and prayers go out to the koziol family and anyone who knew Tom. He was truly top shelf.

Jim Coughlin

June 3, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you John and your family. Im so sorry to hear of the passing of Tom.

Kay Smith

June 2, 2012

So sad, my condolences to you, John, and your whole family. So sorry for your loss. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your friend,
Kay

Deb Waddell

June 2, 2012

Tom we will always love and miss you. The saying is "Rest in Peace" or RIP. We know you are "Ripping" on the trumpet and your mom is dancing along. Always in our hearts...Deb, John, and Lex

Renee Kendall

June 2, 2012

So sorry to hear this news. Tom will be missed by all who knew him.

J Sandeen

June 2, 2012

Have spent many hours with Tom in the past 7 years, The whole Sandeen family will never forget Tom and Rudy and the weekends he spent at our home.Gonna miss him badly...Sandeen

Mark Buddy

June 1, 2012

I have many fond memories of Tom, and am greatly saddened by the news of his passing. He will be forever 'Maynard'. You are all in my prayers.

Matt Muntean

June 1, 2012

Went to Kellogg with Tom. One of the truest people you could know.

Greg & Martha Hartnett

June 1, 2012

I am shocked and saddened by the loss of my dear friend Tom. We lost touch for a while after high school, but had recently reconnected. Best friend a guy could ask for. Our deepest sympathy to the Koziol family.

Tom Wolfe

June 1, 2012

My sincere sympathy to the Koziol family. Went to FBK with Tom - Stand up guy and alround good friend.

You'll be missed - God Bless

Jerry&John Smith

May 31, 2012

My brother & I knew Tom from the old days on Payne Ave.What a first class person, always kind and willing to do anything for a friend this is a shock,all our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Jeff Leseman

May 30, 2012

Koz- there are no words to express my sadness. You are one of my very best buds ever. I hope you are rippin Conquistador from the tallest mountain, or maybe havin a jam session with my old man. Never forget all great memories..camping at cambridge hospital..fishing for breakfast in the Rum...all the gigs..and unbreakable friendship. You are the best, my friend. I will never forget you. God Bless you Koz. I miss you my friend.

Dan Walczak

May 30, 2012

John Jr. & Family -

Our profound condolences on your loss. Tom was taken at such a young age. Your family will be in our prayers. God bless you all.

Shawnee Korich

May 30, 2012

My sincere sympathy to the family, Tom was a kind neighbor and helped me with my dogs and we walked them nightly, he is missed. We had good times talking about his mom that he missed so much and about life. I know he is now in heaven with his mom and they are watching over us. Miss you

DAVID MACNEILL

May 30, 2012

HAD GOOD TIMES WORKING OUT AND 12 OUNCE CURLS AFTER @ TWIN CITIES GYM/HIDEAWAY AND GRILLIN @ THE HOUSE ON RICE STREET...WILL MISS YOU ..ANOTHER TOO SOON

Steve Davison

May 30, 2012

Miss ya Turtle. We had some good times. I will miss your laugh and sense of humor.

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