Esther E. Kosmatka passed away August 31, 2013 at her home just 15 days before her 95th birthday. She was born to Anthony and Ida Heiden (Cousino) Coine on September 15, 1918. She retired from Borg Warner Automotive. Esther was a life time member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW 2984, Northwood, OH.
Esther was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Harry Coine; husband, Danny; great grandson, Justin Baker. She is survived by her daughter, Pat
(Sonny) Kennedy; grandchildren, James 'œJimbo' (Kelly) Baker, James Edward (Veronica) Dickens, Debbie (Noah) Rodriguez, Jimmy, Sue and Mike Yingling, Bobby (Donna) Dickens, Diane and Bob Chizmar; 17 great grandchildren; 5 great great grandchildren; and nephew, William Coine.
Memorial services will be held at the Northwood VFW Post #2984, 302 W. Andrus Road on Sunday, September 15, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. followed by a luncheon after the service. At her 'œwishes', she wants you to 'œparty'. Memorial donations can be made to the family. Many thanks to Hospice for all their help, and to Dr. Hejeebu for staying by her side throughout her short journey.