Book of Memories for Wesley "Pork" Kosier

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Wes Kosier & Tom Schmoeger, Tehran, Iran 1962

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Tehran, Iran 1962 Wes Kosier, Joe Womack

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Tehran, Iran 1962 Wes Kosier & Joe Womack

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Marine Ball Tehran 1962 Wes Kosier & Joe Womack

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I met Wes in Tehran, Iran in 1962, where we were Marine Guards at the U.S. Embassy. Wes was always upbeat, full of life and a pleasure to be around. He was a Gung Ho Marine and took great pride in preserving the tradition.

I lost track of him for awhile following discharge but later was able to reconnect and am very grateful that I did. Carol and Wes made several visits to Chicago to complete a reunion of ex-Marine Embassy Guards, Tehran, Iran. The group included Dennis Neath, Chicago (deceased), Tom Schmoeger, Denver, CO and myself. We talked, reminisced, laughed a lot and had a great time.

Later, I spoke regularly with Wes about past and future surgeries, the Marine Corps, Notre Dame versus Michigan football and how great life is. He was a great friend and will be missed.

Condolence From Larry and Amber Dingee

Fri, 28 Aug 2015 13:06:23 EDT

Wes, you were a great brother-in-law and a wonderful uncle. It was an honor knowing you. Our prayers to Carol and Dawn, may God restore your joy and peace.

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Christmas 2012

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Christmas 2012

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Christmas 2012

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Christmas 2012

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Christmas 2012

Condolence From Michael & Laurie Dowis

Fri, 28 Aug 2015 07:38:20 EDT

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of my dear friend Wes. He always made me smile, and I could never repay the kindness & generosity shown by you both to Mike & I when I was diagnosed with Guillian Barre Syndrome. Heaven has gained a true angel, and I am devastated that I became ill yesterday and was unable to attend the visitation. Every time I stop at the stop signs in Jonesville by the school I think of my friend & hope now he will finally admit that I was right and those signs do exist. One of the nicest men I have ever had the privilege of knowing now watches over us from heavens gates! I love you & miss you Wes. Prayers to your family in this time of loss.

Condolence From Lisa Hall

Thu, 27 Aug 2015 14:26:14 EDT

Lisa, I am thinking of you. I am so sorry for your loss.

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Condolence From Rose Calabrase

Wed, 26 Aug 2015 10:14:28 EDT

My condolences to Carol & family for the loss of a good man. He would always have a "Hi Rose" for me at the races with a smile.

Condolence From Gwen Berry

Wed, 26 Aug 2015 07:56:13 EDT

So very sorry, Carol. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family

Condolence From Bob crawford

Tue, 25 Aug 2015 20:42:18 EDT

God speed my friend, marine guard Tehran, Iran,,,1963----19649

Condolence From dennis clark

Tue, 25 Aug 2015 20:13:50 EDT

Carol I am so sorry to hear of wes passing, you and your family are in my prayers.

Condolence From Jerry Slade

Tue, 25 Aug 2015 19:46:26 EDT

Our deepest sympathies to you in this time of loss. Wes was a fantastic man and I am blessed to have been able to have shared so many fun times at the track or at the shop with him. He was always fun to be around. It's been years since I've seen Wes but the word of his passing instantly brought tears to my eyes. He was a good one here on earth and Heaven just became a better place with his arrival.

Condolence From Jan jones JJ

Tue, 25 Aug 2015 17:17:03 EDT

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my prayers.

Condolence From Jim and Lagretta King

Tue, 25 Aug 2015 14:24:14 EDT

Carol, Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. Jim and Lagretta King

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Condolence From Beverly P.

Tue, 25 Aug 2015 11:29:19 EDT

My deepest condolences to the Kosier Family for your loss. May you find comfort in God's promise to soon "swallow up death forever" and to "wipe away the tears from all our faces" (Isaiah 25:8)

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Wes/Carol/Tom/ visit to Chicago

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Wes/Dennis/Joe/Tom Chicago Reunion

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Tehran, Iran Softball Champs 1963

Condolence From William Holtz

Mon, 24 Aug 2015 19:22:12 EDT

I was saddened to hear of Wes's passing. I was fortunate in knowing him during the 8 months that I served with the Marine Embassy Guards in Tehran Iran. I remember him as being an upbeat friendly person. Through another ex-Marine friend I learned of his battle with many medical problems and I had heard he was improving and able to spend more time at home. My deepest sympathy goes to his immediate and extended family. Bill Holtz Kansas City Mo.