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Donald Cozzie

1954 - 2018

BORN

1954

DIED

2018

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Donald Cozzie Obituary

Cozzie, Donald "Whitey" J. Age 63, beloved husband of Marie. Loving father of Billy and Donna (Bobby) Larson. Devoted grandfather of Maggie. Dear brother of Dorothy and Jimmy (Cathy). Funeral Wed. 8 a.m. from RICHARD J. MODELL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 12641 W. 143rd St., Homer Glen to St. Bernard Church, funeral service 8:30 a.m. Interment Sts. Edward and Isidore Cemetery, Suamico, Wi. Member of Local #399 Stationary Engineers, avid outdoorsman. Visitation Tuesday 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. 708-301-3595 or rjmodellfh.com.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 21, 2018.
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Don was a fountain of energy with a true love for life and fun. Most of the outdoor fun I've had was because of him. Kim and I will miss him dearly. We love you Marie Bill and Donna. Please keep the faith. Love. Tony and Kim

Tony Zizzo

June 7, 2018

We will keep you all in our prayers as you heal. Your Family came into our lives only a few years ago when Donnie called from Illinois and asked to rent our Cottage in Suamico . As good fortune would have it and Don and I started talking about the location, we realized that it was just down the street from Don's hunting land and a place he used to ride his bike past as a young boy. Truly meant to "cross paths". We are blessed to have you all in our lives now and hope to continue creating memories with you at the Cottage (with Don in our hearts). Our little slice of heaven. Sincerely, your Cottage Family hugs!!

Mary Joan & Dan

Friend

May 23, 2018

May eternal light shine upon him. Well Don will certainly make it a fun time in Heaven for the family and friends whose wait for him is over. Don was like the energizer bunny, he had a never ending drive and energy for life. Aside from the time he was very ill, his passion for life never ended and he never wasted a minute not doing what he loved. We were happy to be a part of some of those good times. We will miss you. Our love and sympathies to the family. You all have so many great memories to cherish.

Patricia and Michael Haehnlein

May 23, 2018

To the family of Don Cozzie my deepest sympathy to you and the family.

Debbie Ochwat (sister of Alice Wagner)

Debbie Ochwat

May 22, 2018

Don and I worked together at U. of I. We became good friends and had a lot of fun together. He was a great guy and he cared so much about his friends. He always talked about his family and how lucky he was in life. Marie,Billy and Donna, I am very sorry for your loss. Don is probably fishing right now in heaven! God Bless all of you.

John Roche

Friend

May 22, 2018

We are very saddened by the news that Don has passed away and called to Heaven at such a young age. . We had prayed for him and put him on our church prayer line during his battle with cancer and knew he would be triumphant. We are so sorry for your loss! We will continue to pray for you/ his family, and that your happy memories help you through this time. God Bless You ! Tim and Karen Welch

Timothy Welch

Friend

May 21, 2018

May the light of your life forever shine in our hearts.
You will truly be missed. We've been friends for many years, & I will always treasure our friendship & the memories we all had @ Marquette Park.
So glad we had some time together last year.
Sadly to say we have lost too many of our friends from back then, no doubt they greeted you when you came home.

Marie & Family my deepest sympathy to you
My thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your family & friends comfort you in the days ahead.
God Bless
Sandy

May 21, 2018

Dear Marie, Donna and Billy,

My heart is broken, I will miss Don so much, you and Don were there for Bob during his illness, I hope the two of them will be together in heaven missing me and you.

Love, Alice W

Alice Wagner

May 21, 2018

I met Whitey when we were young teens, we would run into each other over the years and I was always greated with a big hug. He was always smiling, joking and gave me the "scoop" on Marie, his kids and friends. (the loves of his life) He spoke courageously of his battle with cancer and his gratitude for life. I was shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. I am keeping Don, Marie and his family in my thoughts and prayers.

Eileen Lenihan

Friend

May 21, 2018

To the family of Donald Cozzie. May Gods loving kindness bring comfort and strength to you at this very difficult time and help you heal your broken hearts. Take comfort in the words in the book of John 6:40; Thru His word HE gives us the hope of seeing our loved one again.

C.Z.

May 21, 2018

Dear Donna,
My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your dear father. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Vicky Tusken

Coworker

May 21, 2018

My condolences to you and your family he is home in heaven be he would want to be sad but happy

Mali Wright

Friend

May 21, 2018

Dear Marie we are so saddened to hear about Donald and offer our deepest condolences to the family. at the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Matthew 5:4

Fred G Rich

May 21, 2018

Our hearts are broken. We love you and will so miss him. There just aren't words.

Wayne and Diana

Wayne and Diana Butz

Family

May 20, 2018

We want to give you our deepest condolences and know that your grief is shared by all of us who knew your dad. He was a wonderful man and he will be sorely missed.

Eric and Alyssa Sternberg

Friend

May 20, 2018

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Jerry and Nancy Werner

Friend

May 20, 2018

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Richard J. Modell Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Homer Glen

12641 W. 143rd St, Homer Glen, IL 60491

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Richard J. Modell Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Homer Glen

12641 W. 143rd St, Homer Glen, IL 60491

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8:30 a.m.

Richard J. Modell Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Homer Glen

12641 W. 143rd St, Homer Glen, IL 60491

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