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WL JOHN COSSER Unexpectedly, yet peacefully on February 15, 2012, John Cosser, passed away at St. Boniface Hospital at the age of 72. He was predeceased by his parents Geoffrey and Beryl Cosser. John will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Diane, children Jim (Tracy), Leanne (Rob) and Cheryl (Keith), grandchildren Caitlyn, Shannon, Braeden, Connor, Kyrstin, David, and Carsen and his sisters Mary Lou and Stephanie (Michael). John was born in Toronto, ON. He attended Upper Canada College and served four years in the Air Force. He was involved in the ministry for several years in northern communities and got into corrections in Toronto. The family moved to Winnipeg in 1975 where he began working at Headingley Correctional Centre until his retirement in 1999. John made many friends when he and Diane moved to Paradise Village in 1997 that will miss him dearly. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. in Paradise Village Recreation Centre on Hwy #1 East. Reverend Ralph Baxter will preside. The family would like to extend their appreciation to the staff at St. Boniface, Health Sciences, Steinbach and Ste. Anne Hospitals. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation (200-6 Donald St. Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6) or The Manitoba Lung Association (629 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3A 1P6). Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca. Glen Lawn Funeral Home 982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 18, 2012
Condolences & Memories (19 entries)
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Our thoughts are with you, and all of your family. We were so saddened by the news of John,s passing. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by all that knew him. - Posted by: Jim and Lynn Jarman (friends) on: Feb 25, 2012
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Diane & Family, we send our deepest sympathy in the loss of John. All of God's Blessings now and in the future. - Posted by: Fraser & Helen Hunter (Friend) on: Feb 24, 2012
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Diane and the family, I am so desperately saddened to hear that John had died. I didn't know until this morning when I phoned Diane from Mexico. Take care of each other - Posted by: Michael Kirkpatrick (long-time friend) on: Feb 21, 2012
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Diane and family: Sincere and deep sympathies to you and your family. John will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. - Posted by: Sharon Walsh (Friend) on: Feb 20, 2012
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Words fall short of expressing our sorrow for your loss - Posted by: Louis and Lynda Gagnon (friends) on: Feb 20, 2012
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Words fall short of expressing our sorrow for your loss. - Posted by: Louis and Lynda Gagnon (friends) on: Feb 20, 2012
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John was a good friend and will be dealy missed. Our sincere condolences to you and your family Diane. - Posted by: Jim & Helen Holmes (Friends) on: Feb 20, 2012
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Diane and Family. Sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Gary and Cindy Wilson (Friends) on: Feb 20, 2012
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our deepest sympathy on your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you - Posted by: Gerry & Vivian Deurbrouck (friends) on: Feb 20, 2012
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Diane and Family; Our sincere condolences - Posted by: Cathy & John Vanloon () on: Feb 19, 2012
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So sorry to hear about John's passing.My condolences. - Posted by: Marilynn Mccaskill (Friend) on: Feb 19, 2012
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Sorry to hear about John. My sincerest condolences to you Diane and your family. - Posted by: Grace Anania (Friend) on: Feb 19, 2012
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Diane and Family May the sorrow you feel in your hearts be lightened by the love that surrounds you. - Posted by: Louis and Lynda Gagnon (Friends) on: Feb 18, 2012
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Diane and Family. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. - Posted by: Bruce & Gail Harrower (Friends ) on: Feb 18, 2012
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Diane: we're thinking of you and your family. We wish we could be there for you. John will be missed. Don & Bev - Posted by: Don & Bev (Friends) on: Feb 18, 2012
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Our sincere sympathy to Dianne and family - Posted by: Linda &Martti Pirinen (accquaintance from Paradise Villiage) on: Feb 18, 2012
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We send our sincere condolences Diane, to you and your family. We have many fond memories of John. May he rest in peace. Love and prayers. x x x - Posted by: Aileen. Graham and Amanda Chaplin (Friends) on: Feb 18, 2012
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So sorry to hear about John's passing. We worked with John for many years in Corrections and always thought highly of him. A very nice person who will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. Our condolences to the family. - Posted by: Al & Janis Necsefor (Friends) on: Feb 18, 2012
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Diane & Family...Heartfelt condolences - Posted by: Larry & Carole Trush (Friends) on: Feb 18, 2012