1946
2017
Thomas Edward Kosin passed away September 8, 2017 after complications from his second open heart surgery. Tom was born October 15, 1946 in Phoenix, Arizona. He passed away peacefully at the hospital surrounded by family and friends. He grew up in Phoenix and became a Phoenix police officer badge #1528, a job that fit his skills and personality perfectly. He married his true love Frances Maria Ales, his high school sweetheart. They had two children, Teresa and Nich who became the center of their lives. Tom adjusted his work schedule and social life to make it to every track, cross country, and swim meet that his kids participated in. He loved the outdoors with his family, taking his wife and kids to Payson to help build cabins with his brothers. He enjoyed family vacations traveling to Hong Kong, Scotland, and Israel. His career with the Phoenix Police Department began July 23, 1967. He started as a street officer and worked his way up to Sergeant and then Detective Sergeant. His career included heading the Repeat Offender Program or ROP, and he also received many awards including the Medal of Life Saving, for rescuing children from a burning building. He retired July 30, 1999 from Phoenix PD and began his own businesses in woodworking and stained glass, winning many awards and making his customers very happy with his beautiful pieces. Tom is survived by his wife Frances, daughter Teresa (Scott) Betzer, son Nich Kosin, grandson Tyler Dahmen, granddaughter Abigail Betzer, and his brother Clifford (Beverly) Kosin. Services will be at Surprise Funeral Care on Friday September 15, at 11 a.m. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the 100 club. To sign the guestbook online, and to share memories, send your condolences and well-wishes to the family, please visit, www.surprisefuneralcare.com.
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September 30, 2017
Mike Cervantez
My condolences to Tom's family. I met Tom at Banner Thunderbird Cardiac Rehabilitation Gym about seven years ago. We both liked firearms and our friendship began. We usually would sit at rehab a few minutes each visit chat about guns, family, hunting. He will be missed by me and all the patients that knew him at Cardio Rehab. I will miss giving him vegetables and citrus from my garden. We never made it on a dove hunt perhaps in our next life we can do a big game hunt. Take care my soft spoken friend until we meet again. To Tom's family all I have to say is Tom was a great person, soft spoken type of guy that made friends with his personality. He's in a better place and I will keep him in my prayers.
September 22, 2017
Sue Gaff
`Tom and I were in the process of solving world problems. We did not have enough time. RIP Tom
September 14, 2017
Dee Clinton
RIP Sarge.
September 14, 2017
David Carlson
Tom was a great mentor. Both knight and poet, warrior and artist. He was a gentle giant among mortal men. It was a pleasure having known him and being able to call him friend.
September 13, 2017
Matthew Weisensee
Fran,
You and Tom welcomed me into your house and family when I married Erin Davidson and again when we brought our 4 children to Phoenix, Arizona. You have a wonderful family who a will miss Tom and appreciate what a good husband, father, grand father and friend he has been.
September 12, 2017
Cheryl Riggle (Myers)
September 12, 2017
Cheryl Riggle (Myers)
Uncle Tom was one of my favorite uncles and a big supporter of my music and orchestra. I know he is on the Other Side partying with the rest of our family!! Save me a good seat at the card table, okay??
September 12, 2017
Cleo Lewis
I always enjoyed your stories whether about something early in your career or over getting a wood project finished. Thank you for always have time to chat and you will be missed. Condolences to your beloved family.
September 12, 2017
Ed Cunningham
Tom was one of the good guys, Rest in Peace my Brother in Blue. May God hold you in th palm of his hand until we meet again.
September 12, 2017
John Lewis
My deepest condolences on your loss.
September 11, 2017
Ben Bacchi
Remember Tom as a fun guy and good cop. RIP and say hi to the guys at the heavenly briefing
September 11, 2017
David Elbert
My Condolences to the Kosin Family....Rest in Peace My Brother in Blue....
September 11, 2017
Ruthie Cooper
Sincere condolences to Tom's Family & close friends, I know he will be missed. Those of us on the Retired Police Facebook page will miss him also. May your beautiful memories of him give you some comfort.
September 11, 2017
George Stinson
Great guy and fun to be around. Good family man. Enjoyed working with him. RIP my blur brother.
September 11, 2017
Scott Thompson
I remember Tom as a kind and compassionate man, quick with a smile, and a great police officer. My condolences to all who loved him. Rest in peace Tom.
September 11, 2017
Bud Trower
My condolences to the Kosin family. I remember Tom as being kind and always respectful. He will be missed by me and many others.
September 11, 2017
Ron and Lydia Denne
To Fran and family our deepest sympathy. He was a great boss, neighbor and friend, a special man! The world lost a good soul. Our love and prayers to you and yours.
September 11, 2017
Joyce Hubler
On behalf of the Foundation of Retired Police Officers, please accept our condolences on the loss of a great police officer, a great man, and a great friend. Tom will be missed by so many retirees. He was deeply respected and loved.
Joyce Hubler #2949 retired
September 11, 2017
Julie Burch
Forever family and friend. Though I saw Tom only a handful of times after I moved away from Phoenix, he was always welcoming, kind and fun to share time with. And I was deeply touched when he and Fran came to Charlotte for my wedding. A man of deep thought and intelligence, a man with a big heart. You will be missed. Much love to Fran, Teresa, Nich and extended family.
September 11, 2017
Lindi Horn
My deepest condolences to the family . May he rip
September 10, 2017
Jim Walls
To the Kosin family my deepest sympathy. Tom was a unique person. He truely cared for his family and the officers he worked with. He taught me patience on the job. He treated everyone with respect. I will remember the times I worked for him always.
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