Obituary of ALBERT KOSOWAN

Albert Kosowan Sept 2, 1931 – January 24, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Albert Kosowan announces his passing. After working hard for 83 year, his tired body and heart fought a little more, then finally slowed and stopped at 7:40 am on January 24th. He is already being missed by many, including his wife of 55 years, Elsie Kosowan (nee Oryschak), his favourite daughter, Kathy Kosowan and favourite son-in-law Lyle Stafford, favourite son, David (Davis) Kosowan, favourite daughter-in-law Tammy Kosowan and their daughter Paige Blaise. The eldest of 12 children, Albert was born to Nick and Verna Kosowan in Gardenton, Manitoba. Brothers, sisters, cousins, nieces, nephews, and other relations on both his and Elsie’s side of the family were many. He is survived by siblings Olga Toews, Helen Chubaty (and husband Peter), Nestor Kosowan, Mike Kosowan (and wife Henia), Jarvis Kosowan (and wife Eila) and Lawrence Kosowan (and wife Barbara), as well as in-laws Elsie Kosowan, Diane Kosowan and Ken Douglas. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Bill Kosowan, Nick Kosowan and John Kosowan, and sisters Lucy Mitchell and Sonia Douglas. A proud transport driver, Albert was always full of entertaining trucking stories. He loved his family deeply, and was a fan of music, dancing, card-playing, socializing and good food; they all gave him joy. His friends were great in number. Rosary service will be held on Friday, January 30 at 7 pm, followed by prayer service at 7:30 pm. His funeral will be Saturday, January 31 at 10 am. Both will be at Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Parish at 965 Boyd Avenue in Winnipeg ; the Church where he and Elsie were married, and where he was an active member of various committees and groups. He contributed to his Church community in many ways. Services will be performed by Father Volodymyr Bashutskyy, assisted by Father Taras Kowch. Each of them had a very special connection with Albert. Pall bearers will be brothers Jarvis Kosowan and Lawrence Kosowan, nephews Darryl Foy, Sid Foy and Frank Foy, and friend and neighbor Jim Canning. Following the funeral immediate family and those who choose to, will make the journey to Plankey Plains; a small rural cemetery where he wanted his body to rest, near a row of tall pines. Thanks to the many health care professionals involved in his care and treatment over the years. Particular gratitude to the Emergency Department team at Victoria General Hospital in Winnipeg for their efforts during his final hours. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bless Virgin Mary Parish, or a charity of your choice. Albert is now with the Angels.