Louis J. Kosowski Sr., 80, of LaPorte, IN, passed away Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019.
Louis was born Aug. 8, 1938, in LaPorte. He was a 1956 graduate of LaPorte High School, where he was known as the “Galloping Ghost” on the Slicers Football Team. Louis enjoyed many outdoor activities including gardening and fishing. He had a successful career of 30-plus years in the insurance industry for John Hancock Company. Above all, Louis was a simple man and enjoyed spending time with his family.
He is survived by his two sons, Louis Kosowski Jr. of South Bend, IN, and Brian Kosowski of South Bend; three daughters, Kathy (Doug) Walker of Elkhart, IN, Lynn (Doug) Andrews of Argos, IN, and Tricia (Bill) Giesler of Granger, IN; grandchildren; Brandon (Ashley) Kosowski, Joshua (Robin) Kosowski, Rachel (Ricky) Trosper, Chad Walker, Kristy (Brian) Henn, Brittney (Matthew) Stier, and Brice Giesler; and nine great-grandchildren.
Louis was preceded in death by his six siblings.
The family will receive friends at Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LaPorte, on Friday, Feb. 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Catholic Burial will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, LaPorte, on Saturday Feb. 2, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Ian Williams celebrating the life of Louis. Louis will be laid to rest at Pine Lake Cemetery, LaPorte.
Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 201 Bach St., LaPorte, IN 46350.
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