William J. Cosgrove, Sr. DDS-MS

William Joseph Cosgrove, Sr., D.D.S.M.S., born on September 19, 1934, left suddenly to meet his Lord on December 5, 2018. He was known to his family and friends as Dad, Bill, and Cos. Bill was the eldest son of Joseph and Virginia (nee Hake); brother of Robert (Donna), sisters Marie Liposky (Don) and Anne Henning (Vic). He is survived by Patricia, his wife of 57 years, his children; Elizabeth Cosgrove (Cameron Smith), sons, William J. Jr., (Kate) and Patrick (Colleen Burke) and his beloved grandchildren; Isabella, Dillon, Kieran and Liam Smith; Michaela and Eryn Cosgrove. Bill proudly attended Gesu Grade School, University of Detroit High School, University of Detroit College and Northwestern University. Before setting up his practice Bill joined the army and served as a Captain at The Aberdeen Proving Grounds in Maryland. After returning home he practiced on the east side, encouraged by many dental acquaintances. Bill joined Lochmoor Club in 1970 as a golfing member and remained one until his death. The friends he made, he kept for a lifetime. In past years Bill skied, bowled, played tennis, roller bladed, was a jogging fanatic, supported Detroit Teams and traveled the world. His true passion, golf! Members would see him practicing his putting in rain, snow, or sleet. Pat and the children decided to plant a tree near the putting green in honor if his 70th birthday where it stands today. If not golfing, Bill watched every sport on TV with his companion, Olivia, the cat. He also analyzed the stock market and would call his broker daily, at least once, maybe more, to check his investments. In 2000, Bill became a member of the Detroit Athletic Club where he hosted family and friends, enjoyed the tailgating before the Detroit Tigers games, took day trips and made more friends. Most of these friends retired long before he did. His career spanned many decades and often he was greeted by past patients from three generations. That made him smile! Bill was so proud of his family, love them, and, his family was proud of him and loved him. He will be missed R.I.P. The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 20, 2018, from 2:00 to 9:00 pm with a scripture service, a 7:00 pm at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods, 48236. In state Friday, December 21, at 10:00 am, until time of service, 10:30 am, Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 467 Fairford Road, Grosse Pointe Woods, 48236.

Funeral Home:

A. H. Peters Funeral Home of Grosse Pointe

20705 Mack Avenue

Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

US 48236