John Arthur Roskosky
8/10/1945 - 9/30/2025
John Roskosky was born to Anthony and Vivian Roskosky on August 10, 1945 in Manhattan NY. He went to be with the Lord on September 30, 2025 in Angleton TX, at the age of 80.
John was preceded in death by his wife Judy, mother Vivian of Austin TX, brother David Roskosky Upland CA, Uncle David Perkins, and Aunt Gloria Perkins of Cameron TX.
John is survived by daughter Nicole Mouhout of Sulphur LA, step-daughter Darlene McBride and son-in-law Dan McBride of Marble Falls TX. Grandchildren include Mason Aaron of Cedar Park, TX, Ashley Austin Boyette of Sulphur LA, Megan Austin of Sulphur LA, Tyler Austin of Big Stone Gap VA, and Sterling McBride of Georgetown. John celebrated the addition of great-grandchildren Caroline Austin, Paxton Boyette, Hollyn Austin, Ivy Boyette, Madilynn Austin, Graham Austin, and Jamie Austin. Additional loved ones included Paula Perkins of Denison TX, and Linda Greeson of Pearland TX.
In 1953, John was left in the care of the Methodist Children's Home in Waco TX where he was raised until 1961. John remained in contact with Methodist Children's throughout his life, making annual contributions to support the program that had once supported him.
After his mother's passing in 1962, John was welcomed into the home of David and Gloria Perkins where he completed high school in Cameron TX. John went on to attend Blinn Junior College and North Texas State as both a student and an athlete earning a degree in Banking and Finance. John later returned to the football field making a career as a high school football coach until his retirement.
It was the enlistment into the Marine Corps in 1969 that brought John the greatest sense of brotherhood, family, and pride. While an active Marine John attended flight training, officer basic school, and saw combat overseas earning a National Defense Service Medal. John was honorably discharged in late 1972 as a First Lieutenant. He went on to serve with the Texas National Guard for many years.
While the Marine Corps was his family, Judy became his home. John met and later married Judy Wickey in 1985. Her quiet strength provided John with unconditional love and support until her death in April of 2024. Judy's absence in his life was deeply felt until his passing on Tuesday, September 30th. His final words were for her.
Service will be held at 11:00am, Second Baptist Church Angleton TX. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Methodist Children's Home. 1111 Herring Avenue, Waco, Tx 76708 or online at www.MCH.ORG/Donate
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