Michael R. Cosio

Michael R. Cosio, a longtime resident of Watsonville, died on July 8, 2023. He was 92.

Michael was born on September 30, 1930, in Cochran, CA to his proud parents, Angel and Eluteria R. Cosio. The family eventually settled in Watsonville, where he lived for most of his life.

Michael attended Notre Dame, then he proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1951 to 1953 and then went to work for the Kaiser Refractories, from which he retired after 44 years. In 1955, Michael married the love of his life, Margaret, whom he lovingly called "Dolly", and together they raised their four children. They were married for 33 years until her passing in 1988.

Michael was a devout Catholic; he was an altar boy in his youth and would attend Mass almost every morning. He truly enjoyed spending time with his family, but above all he really loved being around his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Michael is survived by his children, Roseanne Ganse, Cathy Barrera, Michael J. Cosio, and David A. Cosio; his siblings, Angie Helfrich, Mary Fox, and Frank Cosio. He also leaves behind ten grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret "Dolly" Cosio; his parents Angel and Eluteria; his daughter Gloria Ann Cosio; sister Margaret "Maggie" Cosio; and grandson Zachary Ganse.

Viewing will be held at Mehl's Colonial Chapel on Monday, July 24, 2023 from 4pm to 9pm, with rosary starting at 7pm. Funeral Mass will be at Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church on Tuesday, July 25 at 10am with burial to follow immediately after.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Michael's honor to: Meals on Wheels, 519 Main Street, Watsonville, CA 95076, (831) 688-8840.

Published in The Pajaronian · July 20, 2023