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Christopher Cozzens Obituary

Christopher David Cozzens, 30, died Friday, November 13, 2009 at St. Mary's Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado. He was born May 19, 1979, in Wray, CO to Harvey and Priscilla Cozzens. He and his family moved to Pagosa Springs in 1984. In 1989, Chris and family moved to Colorado Springs where he attended Liberty High School through his junior year and graduated from Evangelical Christian Academy in 1998. He attended Radiant Church of Colorado Springs. Chris participated in three Youth With A Mission schools and mission outreaches to Pakistan, Thailand, Korea, Nepal and Mexico. He was a 1999 graduate of the Colorado Outdoor Adventure Guide School and Pikes Peak Outfitters Guide and Outfitter School of Woodland Park. He worked as a hunting guide, in construction and was a 2003 Hot Shot fire fighter and dispatcher for the US Forest Service in Durango. In 2008 Chris moved to Montrose, CO. Chris is survived by his parents, Harvey and Priscilla Cozzens of Montrose, a brother Nathan Cozzens, sister-in-law Jennifer Cozzens, and nieces Emily and Julia Cozzens all of Pueblo, grandparents Fred and Pearl Cozzens of Colorado Springs, and numerous family members, all who loved him dearly. A memorial service will be Thursday, November 19 at 11:00 at Crossroads Victory in Montrose, with burial in Grand View Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be sent to Crossroads Victory, 515 S. Hillcrest Drive, Montrose, CO 81401, designated for Chris Cozzens Memorial Fund.

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Published by The Gazette on Nov. 18, 2009.

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December 2, 2009

Harvey & Priscilla

I was so sad when I heard the news about Chris. I love you both very much and I will be praying for you and Nathan & his family and Fred & Pearl.

Teletha Bumpus

December 2, 2009

Harvey & Priscilla

I was so sad when I heard the news about Chris. I love you both very much and I will be praying for you and Nathan & his family and Fred & Pearl.

Teletha Bumpus

Arthur & Reine Duell

November 30, 2009

Reine and I never knew Chris but we knew his parents and grandparents and great grandparents. We are always saddened when one of the "clan" is taken unexpectedly. Presence of the Holy Spirit will comfort you

Timothy Dover

November 30, 2009

We are praying for you and your family Dean, Chris is in Heaven in His rest.
Tim and Cassie Dover

Jerry Lomax

November 30, 2009

May God grant your family deep peace during this time of loss. I didn't know Chris, but your tributes to him demonstrate that he was a very special young man. What a blessing to know we will all see him again in God's perfect time.

Elmer Dean Cozzens

November 25, 2009

There are few if any people who have blessed me as much as your son and my nephew Christopher. He had such strength in his life, such beauty in a manly way, such good passion and such courage, and such energy and love for life, and yet he carried it all so gracefully and quietly--a real testament to his good parents.

Uncle Elmer Dean

November 22, 2009

Harvey and Priscilla,

We are so saddened to hear about Chris. Our love and prayers are with you.

Rob and Joy Cowles

Michael McCandless

November 22, 2009

Dear Cozzens family, I am deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Chris. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Jon and Patrice Lawson

November 22, 2009

Harvey and Priscilla, Fred and Pearl,
Our hearts are aching as we share your grief. May God hold you in the palm of His hand as He walks you through the days before you.
Thank God for Chris.

November 20, 2009

Harvey, Priscilla, Nathan & family, Fred & Pearl,
We were stunned to read of Christopher's death in the Greeley Tribune this week. We can only imagine the pain you must be feeling. We know you have a deep faith in our Saviour Jesus and trust he will provide the comfort you need now and in the days to come. Our prayers are with you.

In Jesus,
Bill and Beverly Alles

November 19, 2009

Harvey and Priscilla,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Chris' passing. I don't know if you were aware, but Dan passed away the day before Chris, in his sleep. I know Dan and Chris are in Heaven, talking about their dogs they loved so much, and telling stories.
Love,
Tami Meadows, your former Contrails neighbor

Jan Schmidt

November 19, 2009

Harv, Priscilla and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Ed and Jan Schmidt

November 19, 2009

Dear Harv, Priscilla and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in out thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sincerely, Ed and Jan Schmidt

Vicki Keller-Zweygardt

November 18, 2009

Harvey & Priscilla & family-You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this time. I pray that the Holy Spirit will comfort you now and in the days ahead. God bless you all as you draw your strength from Him.

November 18, 2009

Harvey and Priscilla,
We are saddened by the loss of your son, Chris. Your entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Carl & Geri Willis

David and Marianne, Cade and Christe Christensen

November 18, 2009

Harvey and Priscilla,
We were very shocked and grieved to hear of Chris' passing. We have many warm memories of him from church, and piano lesson visits. We always enjoyed hearing about all his many adventures, either from him or his very proud mom and dad. We want to express our sympathy for your loss and for you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

November 18, 2009

Harvey and Priscilla,
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you both are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Larry and Bonnie Roberts

Randy Miller

November 18, 2009

Harvey and Priscilla

I seldom read the obits but saw this this morning. Laurie and I immediately prayed for you both and will continue to do so. Much Love, Randy and Laurie Miller

Joe & Karen Mitchell

November 18, 2009

Harvey and Priscilla-Chris was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. May you find strength and comfort in these difficult days. You are in our prayers.

John Shumaker

November 18, 2009

Harvy and Priscilla, I can't imagine the pain of losing a child. What a shock to read of Christopher's passing. You and your family are in my prayers.

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