John Cossu
John Cossu, DO – A Rock Star in the Music Business
John Cossu, DO is a family medicine specialist with over 41 years of experience. He is affiliated with Cape Coral Hospital and Lee Memorial Hospital.
He is a graduate of Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, class of 1981. He is board certified in Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine.
Early Life and Education
If you grew up in a family where children attended preschool, you may have fond memories of playing and learning through various activities. You might remember taking turns in games, singing songs, getting dirty outside, and making friends.
You might also remember sitting quietly and learning through different exercises. These activities can seem like a waste of time, but they’re actually key for brain development and early learning.
According to UNESCO, the period from birth to eight years is one of remarkable brain development. This is why they believe it’s crucial to focus on early childhood care and education as a social determinant of health.
Professional Career
Besides being an excellent electrician, John Cossu is also a great businessman. In the professional world, it’s a rare thing to find a truly well-rounded person with the necessary skills to manage and grow a business from the ground up.
Having a solid work ethic and some serious dedication to excellence, John is a self-starter who takes pride in his achievements and accomplishments.
One of his many skills is identifying and capitalizing on the opportunities presented to him by the commercial real estate industry. He is a licensed commercial real estate associate specializing in professional office and medical space sales, leasing and investments. The best part about this is that he gets to spend time with his family and friends while helping his clients make the most of their commercial real estate assets.
Achievements and Honors
The best way to sum it all up is that he is a bona fide rock star when it comes to the music business. Having been in the industry for over 30 years, John Cossu is a seasoned performer and has amassed a large number of accolades and awards along the way. In the musical sphere, he has been featured on countless albums and has earned the respect of his peers and a legion of fans worldwide. He was one of the earliest artists to be signed to the Windham Hill record label.
He has been named a member of the Hall of Fame, and is a recipient of the prestigious Omicron Pi Epsilon Honorary Society for his contributions to the world of music. In addition, he has racked up a number of other accolades that are difficult to quantify, but worthy of note nonetheless.
Personal Life
John Cossu’s family was very important to him. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was also a good friend to many.
In his spare time, he loved to play music. He was a world-class pianist, composer and recording artist. He has toured internationally since 1980 and has received stellar reviews for his 10 albums.
He was one of the first artists to sign with Windham Hill Records. He was on the label for 19 years before it was sold to Sony. He also hosted a radio show and composed music for film. Besides being an active musician, John was an avid sports fan, especially his beloved NFL team, the Washington Redskins. He is survived by his wife, Charline; sons Dan (Yolanda), Sharon Montis, Pat (Roger) Maher and Lisa Cossu; stepsons Roger Periandri, Gino (Angela), Yolanda Cossu, Mitchel Periandri, Dante Periandri and Marco Periandri; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.