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John Foster Cosler

April 23, 1958 — March 20, 2024

Duluth

John Foster Cosler, age 65 of Duluth died on March 20, 2024. He was born in Waukegan, IL to parents, Albert & Jo Ann (Kopp) on April 23, 1958. John grew up in Duluth and graduated from East High School in 1976. After serving in the Army and Reserves, he started working for the US Postal Service as a mail carrier in Two Harbors, MN. John loved planting his spring flowers and was an avid Minnesota sports fan. He had a vivacious personality. John loved and was loyal to his lifelong friends. He adored his furbuddies, Tuxie & Charlie. 

John is preceded in death by his loving wife, Julie (Zimski) Cosler; parents; and stepfather, Al Weinberg. 

He is survived by his son, Vincent; siblings, Jim (Kellie) Cosler, Melissa (Dan) Gaylord, and Dana (Sharon) Cosler; and many extended family members and friends. 

A Celebration of John's life will be held on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at the Lester Park Pavilion, 61 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN 55804.

Donations in John’s memory may be made to Animal Allies. 

To send flowers to the family in memory of John Foster Cosler, please visit our flower store.

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