Fred L. Cosler
October 24, 2016
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Fred L. Cosler, 68, passed away Monday, October 24, 2016 at University Park Nursing and Rehab in Des Moines.
Fred was born September 14, 1948 in Sioux City, Iowa to Mr. and Mrs. Fred A. Cosler. He graduated from Ankeny High School in Ankeny, Iowa and married Connie K. Kanes. He served in the Navy during the Vietnam War and continued his military career in the Army Reserves, active duty, until retirement. Fred was Commander & Judge Advocate of Amvets Post 2 in Des Moines. He was also a member of VFW Post 9962, where he served as Quartermaster.
Fred will be laid to rest at Iowa Veterans Cemetery, 34034 Veterans Memorial Dr, Adel, IA 50003 at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 2. Lunch will follow at Amvets Post 2, 2818 5th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313.
Fred is survived by his wife, Connie, daughter, Melissa Cosler, son, Stacey Kanes, and his sisters, Pat Grice and Debbie From.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved BearDog.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Amvets Post 2.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Ken Ruona
02/01/2020
I just learned of Freds passing. We both served on the USS Greenlet from 1967 to1970. Both of us 19 and 20 years old. I have wonderful memories of my shipmate and friend. My God bless him and hold him in His loving arms. Ken Ruona Chaplain American Legion Post 172.
Jean Schroeder
11/02/2016
A soldier goes home. You are now at peace. May this thought comfort those left behind.
Andrea and Jerry Meyers and family
10/31/2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! We lost touch through the years, but we know Fred will be geatly missed. We lost Colleen last December. Peace and comfort to you and may God be with you!
Lynn Breese
10/27/2016
You will be missed and remembered, Fred, by all those that knew you including class of 1967 Ankeny. Thanks for your service.
Eric Ander
10/26/2016
Rest in Peace my Brother.