Orel Cossette

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Orel J. Cossette, 68, Fargo passed away Monday, December 22, 2014 at Sanford Health surrounded by his family.

Orel was born July 21, 1946 in Fargo, ND to Joseph and Priscilla (LaPointe) Cossette. He lived in the St. Benedict area until grade 5 when he moved to Fargo. He attended St. Mary’s grade school, Ben Franklin and Fargo Central. He married Gail K. Endersbe on September 4, 1964.

He worked his entire life at Hornbacher’s, retiring as the Bakery Manager in 2008.

Throughout his life, he loved to spend time with family and friends at the lake and watching his children and grandchildren grow into special people.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Gail, Fargo, children; Cindy (Matt) Quibell, Hickson, ND, James (Jena) Cossette, Detroit Lakes, MN, grandchildren; Brandon Cossette, Hickson, ND, Kendra Cossette, Detroit Lakes, MN, brothers; Leon Cossette, Fargo, ND, Joseph Cossette, Fargo, ND and sister, Isabelle (Allan) Sturm, Woodbury, MN, several nieces and nephews and a loving aunt and uncle whom he shared many wonderful memories with.oo

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Dennis, Reynold and Lucille.

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  1. Bella Vista ARWe love you all. We share the heart ache.
    It still doesn’t seem real. We lost a very special man in our life. I can see him and our Angels catching up on all the earthly happenings.
    I know you already know…but I will say it again…whenever….whatever you need you can call and we will be there for you.
    Gail …your my Angel and always have been, from the first time I got to hold you as a baby.
    With Love, Aunt Judy and Uncle Fred

  2. Canon City, Co.81212 ColoradoGail & Family sorry to of hear of your lose he was a great person and will be greatlly missedtake care and the best2

  3. West Fargo ND
    So sorry to hear about the passing of Orel. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.

  4. Sabin MN
    Words can not express how I feel right now! Orel was definitely the voice of reason just a few weeks ago and I could see though that awful experience how much he loved each of you. Wishing I was closer to give you all hugs and a few of you kisses! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers! Please know you can count on us for anything. Brandon if you don’t recognize the name “I’m the good one!” Gail and Cindy margaritas on me when I get back!

    Always remember there is a “new” ANGEL AMONG US!

    Love you guys

    Thoughts and prayers sent your way!

    Matt, Jeana, Garrett, Griffin and Gabi
    Krabbenhoft

  5. Gail and family Orel was a very special man. I considered him a friend. He always treated me with courtesy and respect. I have some great memories of our times together at Hornbachers . I will not be able to make either service as I am out of town. Gail you and your family are in my prayers. Orel rest in Peace my friend.f

  6. Elko MN
    Not sure where to start. Please know that we are all thinking of you guys. So sorry for your loss. Orel will be deeply missed by many. In time, we hope your fond memories replace your sadness with some smiles. You have an extra special angel watching over each one of you! We are always there to listen when you need it. Love and hugs to all of you.

    ~Brian, Michelle, Corey & Cameron

  7. Parker COWe are so sorry for your loss you are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Love from Colorado,
    Tania, Taylor, Kayla, Marin, and Jack Leevers

  8. Lima OHThose we love don’t go away,
    they walk beside us every day…
    unseen, unheard, but always near,
    still loved, still missed and very dear.

  9. I am very sorry for your loss. Although I did not know your loved one personally, I hope knowing that they are in our loving heavenly Father’s memory will bring your family comfort during this difficult time. Very soon now we can look forward to God’s promise at a Revelation 21:4: “… Death will be no more, neither will mourning, nor outcry, nor pain be anymore, the former thing have passed away.”

  10. Fargo ND
    – North Dakota
    I am very sad to hear this. I am thinking of your family at this time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Jamie your parents were always so kind to everyone growing up. I always remember them at events in high school. I hope your memories of your father help you through this time.
    Thinking of you –
    Sandra Barker Jaeger

  11. Lima OHThose we love don’t go away,
    they walk beside us every day…
    unseen, unheard, but always near,
    still loved, still missed and very dear.

  12. Fargo ND
    – North Dakota
    I am very sad to hear this. I am thinking of your family at this time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Jamie your parents were always so kind to everyone growing up. I always remember them at events in high school. I hope your memories of your father help you through this time.
    Thinking of you –
    Sandra Barker Jaeger

  13. Lima OHThose we love don’t go away,
    they walk beside us every day…
    unseen, unheard, but always near,
    still loved, still missed and very dear.

  14. Fargo ND
    How does one say goodbye to the worlds best daddy, husband, grandpa, father-in-law, brother, uncle and friend around? Words cannot describe how much you will be missed by all around. You are loved and will be missed by all that had the pleasure to know you.
    RIP daddy I love you!
    Your loving daughter,
    Cindy

  15. Fargo My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Orel was a special man and I enjoyed him and Joe coming to the law firm. He loved his family so. God bless.

  16. Lima OHThose we love don’t go away,
    they walk beside us every day…
    unseen, unheard, but always near,
    still loved, still missed and very dear.

    We love you all dearly……..

  17. Bella Vista ARWe love you all. We share the heart ache.
    It still doesn’t seem real. We lost a very special man in our life. I can see him and our Angels catching up on all the earthly happenings.
    I know you already know…but I will say it again…whenever….whatever you need you can call and we will be there for you.
    Gail …your my Angel and always have been, from the first time I got to hold you as a baby.
    With Love, Aunt Judy and Uncle Fred;

  18. Canon City, Co.81212 ColoradoGail & Family sorry to of hear of your lose he was a great person and will be greatlly missedtake care and the best2;

  19. West Fargo ND

    So sorry to hear about the passing of Orel. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. ;

  20. Sabin MNWords can not express how I feel right now! Orel was definitely the voice of reason just a few weeks ago and I could see though that awful experience how much he loved each of you. Wishing I was closer to give you all hugs and a few of you kisses! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers! Please know you can count on us for anything. Brandon if you don’t recognize the name \”I’m the good one!\” Gail and Cindy margaritas on me when I get back!

    Always remember there is a \”new\” ANGEL AMONG US!

    Love you guys

    Thoughts and prayers sent your way!

    Matt, Jeana, Garrett, Griffin and Gabi
    Krabbenhoft ;

  21. Gail and family Orel was a very special man. I considered him a friend. He always treated me with courtesy and respect. I have some great memories of our times together at Hornbachers . I will not be able to make either service as I am out of town. Gail you and your family are in my prayers. Orel rest in Peace my friend.f;

  22. Elko MNNot sure where to start. Please know that we are all thinking of you guys. So sorry for your loss. Orel will be deeply missed by many. In time, we hope your fond memories replace your sadness with some smiles. You have an extra special angel watching over each one of you! We are always there to listen when you need it. Love and hugs to all of you.

    ~Brian, Michelle, Corey & Cameron;

  23. Parker COWe are so sorry for your loss you are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Love from Colorado,
    Tania, Taylor, Kayla, Marin, and Jack Leevers;

  24. Lima OHThose we love don’t go away,
    they walk beside us every day…
    unseen, unheard, but always near,
    still loved, still missed and very dear.;

  25. I am very sorry for your loss. Although I did not know your loved one personally, I hope knowing that they are in our loving heavenly Father’s memory will bring your family comfort during this difficult time. Very soon now we can look forward to God’s promise at a Revelation 21:4: \”… Death will be no more, neither will mourning, nor outcry, nor pain be anymore, the former thing have passed away.\”;

  26. Fargo ND

    – North DakotaI am very sad to hear this. I am thinking of your family at this time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Jamie your parents were always so kind to everyone growing up. I always remember them at events in high school. I hope your memories of your father help you through this time.
    Thinking of you –
    Sandra Barker Jaeger;

  27. Lima OHThose we love don’t go away,
    they walk beside us every day…
    unseen, unheard, but always near,
    still loved, still missed and very dear.;

  28. Fargo ND

    – North DakotaI am very sad to hear this. I am thinking of your family at this time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Jamie your parents were always so kind to everyone growing up. I always remember them at events in high school. I hope your memories of your father help you through this time.
    Thinking of you –
    Sandra Barker Jaeger;

  29. Lima OHThose we love don’t go away,
    they walk beside us every day…
    unseen, unheard, but always near,
    still loved, still missed and very dear.;

  30. Fargo ND

    How does one say goodbye to the worlds best daddy, husband, grandpa, father-in-law, brother, uncle and friend around? Words cannot describe how much you will be missed by all around. You are loved and will be missed by all that had the pleasure to know you.
    RIP daddy I love you!
    Your loving daughter,
    Cindy;

  31. Fargo My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Orel was a special man and I enjoyed him and Joe coming to the law firm. He loved his family so. God bless.;

  32. Lima OHThose we love don’t go away,
    they walk beside us every day…
    unseen, unheard, but always near,
    still loved, still missed and very dear.

    We love you all dearly……..;


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