This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: KOSKI, SUUPPI, BROWN, RASLER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22300/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KOSKI, Wesley "Wes" Age 90 Of Kalamazoo Wes went to his heavenly home to be with his son, Randy, on February 15, 2008. Wes was born on June 4, 1917 in Baltic, MI, the son of Ilmari and Fanny (Suuppi) Koski. He is survived by his beloved wife Frieda (Brown) and his daughter Beverly Rasler. He is also survived by Brothers Wallace (Wilma) and George Koski and Sister Eva Avis; by a loving grandchild Joshua Rasler, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, six brothers and sisters and his only son Randy. Wes was a proud veteran of World War II and bravely fought for his country in Europe and later also served in the Korean War. Wes' family invite you to his visitation Monday, February 18 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the PARCHMENT - REDMOND Funeral Home His funeral service will be held at St. James Lutheran Church, 2381 Romence Rd Portage, MI, Tuesday at 1:00PM. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to: St. James Lutheran Church or Kairos Dwelling Hospice Home. c/o Kairos Dwelling 2945 Gull Rd Kalamazoo, MI 49048. REDMOND Funeral Home, Parchment 2300 E G Ave. Parchment, MI 349-7735 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/17/2008. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.