Ivica Kosta

Ivica "John" Kosta, born on May 3, 1974, passed away unexpectedly on January 27, 2025, in Eastlake, Ohio.

A proud native of the Cleveland area, Ivica embraced his Croatian heritage with deep affection and pride. His life was marked by a passion for exploration and creativity, which he expressed through his love of working on cars, attending car races, and traveling to new places. These pursuits brought him joy and reflected his hands-on approach to life and his adventurous and goofy spirit.

Ivica is lovingly remembered by his parents, Mirko and Divna (Grzunov) Kosta; his sisters, Katica “Kathy” (Aaron) Kurth and Erica (Michael) Port; as well as his beloved nieces and nephews: Kailey and Andrew Kurth and Barrett and Leighton Port. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ante and Marija (Masina) Kosta and Eduard and Marija (Fatovic) Grzunov.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Ivica's memory to Camp Ho Mita Kota in Newbury, Ohio—a cause close to Ivica. https://camphomitakoda.org/donate/

A celebration of Ivica’s life will be held at the Environmental Learning Center at Jordan Creek Park, 7250 Alexander Road, Concord Township on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 from 5 to 8 pm. Light appetizers will be provided.

May Ivica’s memory bring comfort to all who knew him and may he rest peacefully in eternal grace.