Thaddeus (Ted) P. Koson

Thaddeus (Ted) P. Koson, 81 of Sioux City passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2011 at a Sioux City Hospital. Funeral services for Ted will be on Monday, April 25, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. with Father Michael Erpelding officiating at Meyer Brothers Colonial Chapel. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. till service time on Monday at the funeral home. Military graveside rites by the US Army Reserves will be in the Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Meyer Brothers Colonial Chapel. Online condolences may be sent to www.meyerbroschapels.com

Ted was born February 20, 1930 in Sioux City the son of Frank and Emma (Sikorski) Koson. He grew up in Sioux City and attended Sioux City Schools, graduating from Central High School. He served his country in the US Army stationed in Anchorage, Alaska during the Korean War.

Ted was married to Evelyn Nagel on February 14, 1970 in Doon, IA. Ted worked at a couple of packing plants for several years and later was employed by the Sioux City School System for over 20 years. He enjoyed dog racing for many years and he loved to walk until arthritis forced him to stop. He also enjoyed gardening.

He is survived by his wife Evelyn Koson of Sioux City; two brothers Stephen and John (Bev) Koson of Sioux City; several brothers and sisters-in-laws; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, several aunts and uncles, and two sisters-in-laws.