Service Information
James “Jim” A. Kossack, age 82, of Hutchinson, formerly of Hector, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Hutchinson Health in Hutchinson.
Private Family Graveside Service will be held.
Obituary
James “Jim” Allen Kossack was born on March 26, 1944, in Hutchinson, Minnesota, the son of Harry and Alice (Skucius) Kossack. He was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in his faith as a youth, both at the United Methodist Church in Hector, Minnesota.
Jim graduated from Hector High School in 1962 and continued his education at St. Cloud State University, where he earned a master’s degree in mathematics.
Jim grew up in Hector and later made his home in Hutchinson. He was employed as a teacher in Madelia, Minnesota. Jim remained a member of the United Methodist Church in Hector.
Jim enjoyed the outdoors—especially fishing (and more fishing…)—as well as ice skating and traveling. He also enjoyed exercising and was an avid sports fan.
Blessed be his memory.
Jim is survived by his:
Cousins: MaryJo (Leroy) Winkel of International Falls, MN; Mike (Joy) Skucius of Hector, MN; Jack (Vickie) Precht of Crestview, FL; and Vicki (John) Kiland of Henderson, NV:
Many other relatives and friends.
Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Alice Kossack; his sister, Janet Kossack; and his grandparents, Clara and Albert Kossack, and Joseph and Mary Skucius.
Betty Brandt says
We appreciated you for your help with our South Skyview Estates. Betty Brandt
David Anderson says
Jim was my best friend in high school. We played on the basketball team together and before each game my dad would drop off steaks at his house and Jim’s mom Alice would cook dinner for us. We kept in touch periodically but, after settling in our careers, the most fun was when Jim would travel to Indianapolis in May to attend the Indy 500 with our family. Jim was the most frugal person I have ever known. When we went out for lunch, during visits in Hutchinson, he would always have coupons for us to use! I will remember my good friend with very fond memories.
Mike Skucius says
Jim did like those Indy trips. You will also be happy to know he maintained his frugality. Joy and I had lunch with him monthly. He brought the Arby’s or Burger King coupons (occasionally Joy would go off script and order something without a coupon…)
Karen Greve says
Rest in Peace my lunch time ice skating friend.
Karen