Kosley Family History & Genealogy

Thomas Jr Kosley of Colorado Springs, El Paso County, CO was born on June 26, 1924, and died at age 81 years old on August 15, 2005.

Charles Kosley clung to the old rugged cross until August 17th when he exchanged his cherished cross for a crown. Charles lived a Christian life, sharing his faith and love as "trophies" with all who knew him. He lived every day with a hymn in his heart. He was the second child born to John and Margery Kosley on March 14, 1934 in beautiful Colorado Springs, remaining there for his entire life. He graduated from Colorado Springs High School in 1952, where his agility and quickness were much appreciated by the basketball and wrestling teams. Charles valued friendships, so much so that several of his high school friends became life-long companions, eventually transcending generations. But, his best friend, bar none, was his beloved wife, Patsy. Charles married Patricia Jane Hertneky on May 6th, 1956, celebrating 65 years of marriage together this year. Their steadfast and enduring devotion was observable every minute of every day. Rarely seen apart, they tackled hardships, celebrated milestones, laughed, played, and did chores together. If there was ever a "match made in heaven," Chuck and Pat were surely joined in the name of Christ. Chuck and Pat had four children; Karen, Alan, Kathryn and Kim, and raised them in the most loving, happy, supportive home imaginable. Charles was employed by Farmers Insurance for a whopping 41 years, serving as one of their most trusted employees. His professional talents with computers predated the digital world, performing tasks on Fortran systems which amaze and baffle today's contemporary geeks. Charles was a dedicated father, actively participating in family life. He was quite talented and shared his skills and gifts in raising his children. He played a mean game of tennis and ping pong, threw many ringers in horseshoes, and could hold his own at a bowling alley—often hauling his little brood around with him. The family went fishing on a regular basis and frequented the pool in Glenwood Springs at least once a year. Charles tediously packed the car for vacations to Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, Mt. Rushmore, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Houston, and Utah. These trips were an absolute testament to Charles's love for adventure. Vacations weren't the only times the family engaged in fun and games. Charles was up for a card challenge anytime, but spared no mercy to his contenders. Charles had a passion for helping others and could be counted on to volunteer his time and talents whenever there was a need. He assisted the United Methodist Women with so many projects they made him an honorary member! Charles looked forward to celebrating Christmas Eve and other holidays with his extended family. Given that his dad was the firstborn of 20 children, Chuck kept track of numerous aunts and uncles. Charles was especially skilled in wood working, making beautiful gifts for family, friends and charities. Most notably, Charles was proud of his garden and lawn--and rightly so! The Kosley garden was an annual undertaking, but it was also a genuine hobby. Charles lived a life of faith demonstrating his love for the Lord at every turn. Even in his last days, as chronic renal disease ravaged his frail stature, Charles made his way to the family dinner table to offer prayer and gratitude for the blessings in his life. Charles was preceded in death by his parents John Kosley and Margery Engle, his brother Jerry Kosley, sister Victoria Smith/Hal, brother-in-law Jim McDonald, and daughter-in-law Betty Kosley. He is survived by his beloved wife, Patsy. He is also survived by his sisters; Sylvia Eichstedt/Gerald, and Virginia McDonald, brother-in-laws; Frank Hertneky/Helen and Bobby Hertneky, children; Karen Massey/Dale, Alan Kosley/Nery, Kathy Hook/Rob, Kim Means/Bill, grandchildren; Sarah McLain/Matt, Scott Massey, Katelyn Hook, Ben Hook/Landreigh, Will Hook, Alex Kosley/Amy, Austin Kosley, Grace Kosley, Amanda Oliver/Garret, Abe Means, Mary Means, Fiorella Pulido, Jose Montilla, Sam Montilla, and great grand-daughter Molly McLain, plus countless friends and family who loved him dearly.

Charles Kosley clung to the old rugged cross until August 17th when he exchanged his cherished cross for a crown. Charles lived a Christian life, sharing his faith and love as "trophies" with all who knew him. He lived every day with a hymn in his heart. He was the second child born to John and Margery Kosley on March 14, 1934 in beautiful Colorado Springs, remaining there for his entire life. He graduated from Colorado Springs High School in 1952, where his agility and quickness were much appreciated by the basketball and wrestling teams. Charles valued friendships, so much so that several of his high school friends became life-long companions, eventually transcending generations. But, his best friend, bar none, was his beloved wife, Patsy. Charles married Patricia Jane Hertneky on May 6th, 1956, celebrating 65 years of marriage together this year. Their steadfast and enduring devotion was observable every minute of every day. Rarely seen apart, they tackled hardships, celebrated milestones, laughed, played, and did chores together. If there was ever a "match made in heaven," Chuck and Pat were surely joined in the name of Christ. Chuck and Pat had four children; Karen, Alan, Kathryn and Kim, and raised them in the most loving, happy, supportive home imaginable. Charles was employed by Farmers Insurance for a whopping 41 years, serving as one of their most trusted employees. His professional talents with computers predated the digital world, performing tasks on Fortran systems which amaze and baffle today's contemporary geeks. Charles was a dedicated father, actively participating in family life. He was quite talented and shared his skills and gifts in raising his children. He played a mean game of tennis and ping pong, threw many ringers in horseshoes, and could hold his own at a bowling alley—often hauling his little brood around with him. The family went fishing on a regular basis and frequented the pool in Glenwood Springs at least once a year. Charles tediously packed the car for vacations to Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, Mt. Rushmore, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Houston, and Utah. These trips were an absolute testament to Charles's love for adventure. Vacations weren't the only times the family engaged in fun and games. Charles was up for a card challenge anytime, but spared no mercy to his contenders. Charles had a passion for helping others and could be counted on to volunteer his time and talents whenever there was a need. He assisted the United Methodist Women with so many projects they made him an honorary member! Charles looked forward to celebrating Christmas Eve and other holidays with his extended family. Given that his dad was the firstborn of 20 children, Chuck kept track of numerous aunts and uncles. Charles was especially skilled in wood working, making beautiful gifts for family, friends and charities. Most notably, Charles was proud of his garden and lawn--and rightly so! The Kosley garden was an annual undertaking, but it was also a genuine hobby. Charles lived a life of faith demonstrating his love for the Lord at every turn. Even in his last days, as chronic renal disease ravaged his frail stature, Charles made his way to the family dinner table to offer prayer and gratitude for the blessings in his life. Charles was preceded in death by his parents John Kosley and Margery Engle, his brother Jerry Kosley, sister Victoria Smith/Hal, brother-in-law Jim McDonald, and daughter-in-law Betty Kosley. He is survived by his beloved wife, Patsy. He is also survived by his sisters; Sylvia Eichstedt/Gerald, and Virginia McDonald, brother-in-laws; Frank Hertneky/Helen and Bobby Hertneky, children; Karen Massey/Dale, Alan Kosley/Nery, Kathy Hook/Rob, Kim Means/Bill, grandchildren; Sarah McLain/Matt, Scott Massey, Katelyn Hook, Ben Hook/Landreigh, Will Hook, Alex Kosley/Amy, Austin Kosley, Grace Kosley, Amanda Oliver/Garret, Abe Means, Mary Means, Fiorella Pulido, Jose Montilla, Sam Montilla, and great grand-daughter Molly McLain, plus countless friends and family who loved him dearly.

John Jerald Kosley of Colorado Springs, Colorado United States was born on November 21, 1909 in Boulder, and died at age 77 years old on July 28, 1987 in Colorado Springs.

Andrew Kosley was born on August 17, 1889 in Streator, Illinois United States, and died at age 81 years old on June 3, 1971 in Colorado Springs, CO. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Andrew Kosley.

Loretta (Kosley) Molner of Ramah, El Paso County, CO was born on August 23, 1918, and died at age 88 years old on July 9, 2007.

Anna K Ashcroft (born Kosley) was born on month day 1913, at birth place , Colorado, to Andrew Kosley and Anna Kosley (born Lemesany) . Andrew was born on August 17 1889, in Streator, La Salle, Illinois. Anna was born on September 14 1891, in Spring Valley, Putnam, Illinois, United States. Anna had 16 siblings: John Jerald Kosley , Dorothy Juanita Pylypczuk (born Kosley) and 14 other siblings . Anna married James Earl Ashcroft on month day 1934, at age 20 at marriage place , Colorado. James was born on July 4 1916, in Nucla, Montrose, Colorado, United States. Anna passed away on month day 1997, at age 83 at death place , Colorado.

Ann (Zaleha) Kosley of Calhan, Colorado United States was born in 1847, and died at age 74 years old in 1921 in Calhan.

John M Kosley of Calhan, Colorado United States was born in 1845, and died at age 83 years old in 1928 in Calhan.

Tammy Sue (Davis) Kosley of Colorado Springs, Colorado United States was born on May 8, 1964 in HI to Ronald Lee Davis and Carolyn Elizabeth Davis. She has a brother Kenneth Paul Davis. She married Curtis Allen Kosley Jr and they later divorced. Tammy Kosley has children Dustin Glen Kosley and Steven Lee Kosley. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Tammy Sue Kosley.

Curtis Allen Kosley Jr of Colorado Springs, Colorado United States was born on October 20, 1960 to Larry Glen Kosley. He married Tammy Sue Kosley and they later divorced. Curtis Kosley has children Dustin Glen Kosley and Steven Lee Kosley. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Curtis Allen Kosley Jr.

Steven Lee Kosley of Colorado Springs, Colorado United States was born on August 20, 1992 in Colorado Springs. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Steven Lee Kosley.

Dustin Glen Kosley of Colorado Springs, Colorado United States was born on November 9, 1990 in Colorado Springs to Curtis Allen Kosley Jr and Tammy Sue Kosley. Dustin Kosley has a brother Steven Lee Kosley. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Dustin Glen Kosley.

Larry departed this life on July 10, 2018 in Twin Lakes Colorado while on a family fishing trip. He was born in Ramah, Colorado to Andrew and Anna (Lemesany) Kosley and was very proud to be the youngest of 20 children born into this family. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Edna Mae (Dzuris) Kosley along with his two sons Curtis and Jeff (Dana), four grandchildren, Dustin, Steven, Jena and Casey. He has two remaining brothers, Ray (Chris) of Colorado Springs and Jim from Longmont, and 2 sisters in law Ruth (Dick) Harriett (Andy) He leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Proceeding in his passing were his parents Andrew and Anna, brothers John, Tom (Waunita), Andy, Robert (Grace), Leo (Helen), Ernie (Brooke) and Dick. His sisters were Mary Nice (Oscar), Anna Ashcroft (Jim), Emma Fuller(Ike), Dorothy Philips (John), Loretta Molner(Frank), Elsie Kochis (Albert), Agnes Gotch( George),Betty, Roxine and Barbara Watts(Al) Larry Graduated from Ramah High School as Class President in 1953 and was the last class to graduate from that school. He was drafted in to the Army in 1954 and served his required time and was honorably discharged in 1956. He married Edna Mae Dzuris on June 10, 1956 and spent the next 62 years with her. He was a guitar player in the Molner Band, which played all over eastern Colorado for many years playing for dances, weddings and other occasions. In 1962 he accepted a job from the Colorado Springs Department of Public Utilities where he would eventually become a Substation Maintenance Supervisor and retired in 1989 after 28 years of service. Sports were always apart of his life growing up as he played baseball and basketball with his brothers and those in the surrounding area. He became a fan of the Broncos and Rockies but really enjoyed watching the Avalanche and all NHL hockey. He was a season ticket holder for Colorado College Hockey. As a Parent and Grandparent he rarely ever missed any games that were played to include football, softball, baseball and inline and ice hockey. He made several trips across the country to watch Jena play ice hockey including Green Bay, San Jose, Sante Fe, and Duluth and even braving Fargo in the deepest part of winter. He would go anywhere to see the grandkids participate in sports. Larry had several hobbies and interests to occupy his time. He was always ready to take a trip up to Cripple Creek to try his luck on the machines. He kept busy working in the basement on his ever-changing model train layouts He had bowled for about 50 years and for many years bowled in 2 leagues a week including one with all his brothers at Peak Bowl. He took up golf late in life and enjoyed it when the grandkids got to go out with him. It gave him a new appreciation for the sport while watching it on TV. 1989 to 1993 He was the President of the Colorado Hill Climb Association and also one of the lead characters that supported bingo night to help fund the hill climb club. He was one of the self proclaimed Bingo Czars along with good friends Bob Gillis and Dave Strohm. Monthly Board meetings were held in his basement and once adjourned it would take hours before everyone would make it home

Laurie B Kosley of TX was born circa 1966. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Laurie B. (Yaffie) Kosley.

Brad R Kosley of Harris County, TX was born circa 1968. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Brad R. Kosley.

Alvin Peter Kosley of Dallas County, TX was born circa 1939. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Alvin Peter Kosley.

Anne Kosley of TX was born circa 1944. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Anne (Finkelstein) Kosley.

Brian D Kosley of Dallas County, TX was born circa 1971. Brian Kosley was married to Gabriela Y. (Garcia) Kosley on June 3, 2006 in Dallas County, TX. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Brian D. Kosley.

Gabriela Y Kosley of TX was born circa 1969. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Gabriela Y. (Garcia) Kosley.