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Tom Coz Obituary
Tom was born June 5, 1923 in Yuma. He served during World War II in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was an aircraft mechanic/ gunner. He returned home, receiving honorable discharge in February 1946. It was then when he met his soulmate Norma Buker, then married on November 5,1950. He later worked for Yuma High School as an equipment manager and then as a groundskeeper. He retired after 35 years. Some of his favorite things to do were taking vacations with his grandkids, gardening, BBQ's, and watching sports on TV. He was a great storyteller, and friend to all.
Tom was preceeded in death by his mother Guadalupe G. Coz Sonoqui; stepfather, Joaquin Sonoqui; brothers, Sonny and Richard Coz; sisters, Francis Amavisca and Louise Seballos.
Tom is survived by his wife Norma; daughter, Patricia; son, Tommy, five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Services were held Monday April 26, 2010 his final resting place is Desert Lawn Memorial Park.
The family would like to express sincere gratitude and thanks to all family and friends that came together to help with the services and reception. Tom will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Donations in memory of Tom Coz can be made to Immaculate Conception Schools. 928-782-7516
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Annie Sweeney
May 5, 2010
The Coz Family: May God Bless and Keep you During this time of bereavement. Tom was a great person and always a smile on his face down thru the years. He will be missed
Annie Mae Sweeney
Jackie Bruno
May 5, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of the pasing of "Mr. Tom Coz".
He was a joy to work with all so many years ago at Yuma High School. I remember his pleasant personality,friendly smile and the pride he took in his work.
My sympathies to the whole Coz family.
Jackie Bruno.
Former Criminal teammate of "Mr. Coz"
May 4, 2010
Tom was a gentleman, coach and friend to all. My kids thought the world of him, as we all did. Condolences to the family. We will all meet in heaven by our faith in Jesus Christ.
Dr. William and Mary Cain, now retired in Payson, AZ.
April 29, 2010
My deepest condolences to the family, Cousin Natalie Garcia Dulac
April 29, 2010
Tom, you will be missed. Condolences to Norma and your family. Cousin Lolly Gonzales Condie
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