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1932 - 2010
Mr. Donald E. Cogswell, 77, of Greenville, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2010. Don was the son of Beatrice (Clarence) Fralick Bell and Byron Cogswell. He was born June 4, 1932 in Leroy, MI. He graduated from Greenville High School in 1951. Don started work with Greenville Tool and Die and became full-time on June 11, 1951. He completed his apprenticeship and became a journeyman and die maker. Throughout the years, he was responsible for the tool crib area, shipping and receiving, and plant and facilities maintenance. He also worked with the co-op students. After 34 years, he retired in 1985. Don also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and antiques. He is survived by his wife of many years, Anita Cogswell; son, Max (Lisa) Watts of Orleans; daughters, Sharee (Ron) Kenny and Jennifer Harding, both of Greenville, Nancy (Gary) Brugger of Grand Haven, and Mari (Larry) Huff of Hodgenville, KY; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Doris Revord of Orland Park, IL; and special friends, Bart Fries, Jerry Macklin, Mark Wilkin, and Richard Johnson. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Christina Ann Cogswell and his brothers, Dale Cogswell and Byron Cogswell. Memorial services will be held Wednesday at 11:00 AM at Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville, with visitation from 10:00 to 11:00 prior to the service. Rev. Steve Charnley of the Greenville First United Methodist Church will serve as officiant. Memorial contributions in Don's honor may be given to the American Red Cross.
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There are currently 9 condolences.
Lynda Boggiano (Wilson)
Monday January 25, 2010 at
11:11 AM
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So sorry to hear of Dons passing. I have alot of fond memories of being at the Cogswell home as a child growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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Sandy Nelson Thompson
Thursday January 21, 2010 at
10:14 AM
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Hi Anita,
My sincere sympathies. I don't know if you remember me. I am Pat and Bill Nelson's daughter. I know it seems like a lifetime ago we saw each other. We live in Florida with a summer home in Pentwater, MI. I only have fond memories of you and Don.
Love,
Sandy
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Snow Girls - Deb
Wednesday January 20, 2010 at
8:47 AM
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We are thinking of all of you and remembering all the times we had together as kids. Wow how time passes much too quickly. This year will be 30 years since our father (Vern Snow)passed away. Don and dad were great friends so sorry to hear of Don passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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Mary Hahler
Wednesday January 20, 2010 at
12:11 AM
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I was fortunate to meet Don through a mutual friend. We spent some time visiting one day and he showed me his collection of cylinder recordings. He even played a couple for me. I enjoyed the brief time I knew him. God's peace be with him and his family.
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Michael Schreiner
Tuesday January 19, 2010 at
5:47 PM
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My regards.
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RUBI SLATER
Tuesday January 19, 2010 at
1:45 PM
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Our sincerest condolences to you Jenny and your family.
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lowell r hanson jr.
Tuesday January 19, 2010 at
6:08 AM
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I pray that our Heavenly Father will have his loving arms around the Cogswell Family durring their time of grief and give them comfort. Mr. Cogswell was a special and unique man. My heart was saddened to hear of his passing. He will be missed,but I know he has many loved ones in heaven that will welcome him home.
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Linda (Tanner) Strodtman
Monday January 18, 2010 at
10:14 PM
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To the Cogswell Family,
I bring our sympathy from the Glen Tanner family. Glen was a long time GT&D colleague with your husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Dad died 15 years ago but I know he would want you to know what a wonderful man, Don was. May you be comforted by your many wonderful memories of life with him. Linda Tanner Strodtman
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Monday January 18, 2010 at
12:35 AM
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