Arthur Fred Cogswell Obituary (1932 - 2012)

Passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 5, 2012 at the age of 80. Arthur was born on April 28, 1932 to Fred H. and Mary (Pontek) Cogswell in St. Johns, Michigan. Arthur was a founding member of the Mid-Michigan Model A Club, and a member of the Capitol City Old Car Club. He is a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and served during the Korean War. He worked for the Board of Water and Light, and retired as a State of Michigan Electrical Inspector. Arthur is preceded in death by his parents, sisters Bea and Julia, brother Halbert, and his beloved sister Marian. Arthur is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Joyce; sons, John (Elizabeth), William (Kelly); daughter, Cynthia; brother, Howard; sister, Leona (Larry); 8 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; and special friends Art and Barb Kowalk. Funeral procession, along with classic cars and motorcycles, will leave the Chapel in the Pines at 10:30am for a graveside service at 11:00am. Graveside service will be held on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at Evergreen Cemetery in Lansing The family will receive friends at Chapel in the Pines on Monday, July 9 from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. Arthur treasured his beautiful bride, his family, friends, and his cars. He will be greatly missed by all