1920
Mildred
2011
Mildred Kosene
August 11, 1920 — December 6, 2011
The Kosene Family mourns the passing of Mildred (Mimi) Kosene (nee Bluestein) 91 years of age.
She was born on August 11, 1920 to Fannie and Harry Bluestein. She was a loving and extraordinary daughter, sister, wife, mother, mother in law, and grandmother, was widely admired, for her devotion to her family and their well being. Her ladylike poise, character and trustful demeanor made her a valued friend to many people, always to be counted upon for advice and her ability to respect their confidences. Her gift of artistic talent brought her great personal pleasure. She possessed a sense of style in an understated way, always believing that "less is more". Mimi was an advocate of tolerance and an acceptance of all people regardless of their race or faith.
Conservative by nature, she was a great balance to her entrepreneurial husband J. Jack Kosene. She met Jack while he was stationed at Fort Benjamin Harrison during World War ll. They were married in 1942 and celebrated 55 years of marriage. He preceded her in death in 1999. They had 3 sons Gerald, David and Mark. Indianapolis was not only her place of birth but her primary residence her entire life. She and Jack spent their winter months in retirement in Boca Raton, Florida.
Mimi was a graduate of Shortridge High School's class of 1938. She was a charter board member of the Indianapolis Art League, now known as the Indianapolis Art Center. She was a supporter of Miracle Place, a life long member of Beth El Zedeck Synagogue, a past member of the Beth El Zedeck Sisterhood and the Indianapolis Chapter of Hadassah, the Jewish Community Center Association, and Broadmoor Country Club.
In addition to her husband, Jack, she was predeceased by her sister, Ida, and is survived by her children, Gerald, David, (Rossie), and Mark Kosene; grandchildren, Alex, Michael, Georgia, Kali, Clark, Jake, and Iris Kosene; and her niece, nephews, and many cousins.
A funeral service will be held Friday, December 9, 2011 at 11 AM at Congregation Beth-El Zedeck, 600 W. 70th St. Burial will follow in Congregation Beth-El Zedeck's North Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Miracle Place, Beth El Zedeck Synagogue Beautification Fund, and the Indianapolis Art Center Phyllis Cohen Fund.
Arrangements entrusted to Aaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary.
She was born on August 11, 1920 to Fannie and Harry Bluestein. She was a loving and extraordinary daughter, sister, wife, mother, mother in law, and grandmother, was widely admired, for her devotion to her family and their well being. Her ladylike poise, character and trustful demeanor made her a valued friend to many people, always to be counted upon for advice and her ability to respect their confidences. Her gift of artistic talent brought her great personal pleasure. She possessed a sense of style in an understated way, always believing that "less is more". Mimi was an advocate of tolerance and an acceptance of all people regardless of their race or faith.
Conservative by nature, she was a great balance to her entrepreneurial husband J. Jack Kosene. She met Jack while he was stationed at Fort Benjamin Harrison during World War ll. They were married in 1942 and celebrated 55 years of marriage. He preceded her in death in 1999. They had 3 sons Gerald, David and Mark. Indianapolis was not only her place of birth but her primary residence her entire life. She and Jack spent their winter months in retirement in Boca Raton, Florida.
Mimi was a graduate of Shortridge High School's class of 1938. She was a charter board member of the Indianapolis Art League, now known as the Indianapolis Art Center. She was a supporter of Miracle Place, a life long member of Beth El Zedeck Synagogue, a past member of the Beth El Zedeck Sisterhood and the Indianapolis Chapter of Hadassah, the Jewish Community Center Association, and Broadmoor Country Club.
In addition to her husband, Jack, she was predeceased by her sister, Ida, and is survived by her children, Gerald, David, (Rossie), and Mark Kosene; grandchildren, Alex, Michael, Georgia, Kali, Clark, Jake, and Iris Kosene; and her niece, nephews, and many cousins.
A funeral service will be held Friday, December 9, 2011 at 11 AM at Congregation Beth-El Zedeck, 600 W. 70th St. Burial will follow in Congregation Beth-El Zedeck's North Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Miracle Place, Beth El Zedeck Synagogue Beautification Fund, and the Indianapolis Art Center Phyllis Cohen Fund.
Arrangements entrusted to Aaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary.
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