Jerry Lee “Bix” Kosinski, 74, of Westmont, Il, passed away on August 18, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove after a lengthy illness.

Jerry was born on April 23, 1950 and adopted by Anne and Joseph Kosinski who preceded him in death. 

He is survived by his loving brother Gregory (Kathleen Casey) Kosinski, his niece Anne Marie Katsoolias, his nephew Adam (Aimee) Kosinski, his niece Courtney Krupa and great nieces and nephews Everett Katsoolias, Ellliana Katsoolias, Sophia Kosinski and Jacob Kosinski. 

Jerry was quite the conversationalist and very knowledgeable in many subjects and truly gifted with an amazing reading comprehension. One of his true loves was knowing and understanding all about trains, the railroad systems and electric street cars. He had a personal passion for the Rail World. 

He was also a Dixieland fan, he was friends with many past and current musicians,  

who went on to nickname him “Bix” in honor of his favorite jazz coronet player from the 1920’s, Bix Beiderbecke.

The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to Richard Blossfield and Joyce Rosenfeld for their friendship and kindness to Jerry over many years and during difficult times. 

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation in Jerry’s memory www.bearnecessities.org

A Celebration of Life luncheon will be held on September 23rd, 12:00-2:30 p.m. Jen’s Guest House, 8989 Archer Ave. Willow Springs, IL 60480

Please come and share your memories of Jerry with family and friends.