FRANCISCO JOSE COSIO's Obituary
Francisco J. Cosio, age, 83, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, surrounded by his wife and
daughters. Frank grew up in Havana Cuba, moved his family to Madrid, Spain before settling in Miami,
FL. Aviation was a true passion in his life which became a lifelong career.
Frank had a thirst for life and adventure with an unquenchable desire throughout his life to continue to
learn new things. He was an Olympic equestrian jumper and pilot. He was an avid fisherman, diver,
race car driver and hunter.
He considered his family his greatest treasure and love. The family’s backbone and anchor.
He was a mentor and teacher to friends and family, one of his many joys was sharing stories and
experiences from his life to others.
Frank will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years, Lillian; his two daughters Jackie and Ralph
Arias of Miami, FL, and Frances and Arthur Jongsma of Hudsonville, MI; Grandchildren Alex Arias, Ryan
Jongsma, and Rachel Jongsma; Sister Lourdes Alverez; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at Van Orsdel Funeral Home 4600 SW 8 th Street Coral Gables, FL.
Monday, December 19th from 5pm – 8pm.
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