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David Roskam Obituary
October 6, 1947 - February 9, 2025
Wichita, Kansas - David L. Roskam, 77, born October 6, 1947, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2025, in Wichita, KS. He was the son of Frances (Cooper) and Delbert Roskam. He was a retired CPA and United States Navy veteran.
David graduated from Southeast High School in 1965. He attended WSU where he received a Bachelor Degree in Business and became a CPA.
He is survived by his dear wife of 53 years, Rosemary; his loving son, Joseph; brother, Alan (Nancy Gividen) Roskam of Wichita; nephew, Austen (Colleen) Roskam of Wichita; great-nephews, Nicholas and Jonathan Roskam of Wichita; niece, Emily Roskam of Vancouver, WA.
A Navy veteran, David was stationed in Pearl Harbor, HI on a Navy Guided Missile Destroyer USS Joseph Strauss. He spent considerable time off the coast of Vietnam. He did 3 tours overseas. Honolulu proved to be a fortunate post for him because he met his future wife, Rosemary, originally from Buffalo, NY. They were married August 14, 1971 in Buffalo, NY. Their son Joey was born in 1979.
After graduation he worked for Elmer Fox & Co. He formed Roskam Investment Co. with his father in 1980. His brother joined in 1982. Eventually he went out on his own and started David L. Roskam, CPA.
He was an Eagle Scout and volunteered as a Scout Master, eventually his son became an Eagle Scout. He went on many camping trips with the scouts and helped train other boys for Eagle Scouts. He volunteered with little league baseball at Magdalen where Joey attended, and also coached YMCA youth basketball.
He loved golf and enjoyed playing for many years.
Rosemary and David made many trips to Buffalo, NY throughout the years to visit her family. He enjoyed visiting there and being with her family. They all loved him dearly.
Services were held on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at Church of the Magdalen Catholic Church with committal at Ascension Cemetery.
Memorials have been established with Church of the Magdalen Catholic Church, 12626 E. 21st St. N., Wichita, KS 67206; Pheonix Hospice, 3450 N. Rock Rd., Bldg. 200, Ste. 213, Wichita, KS 67226.
Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com
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Mike Moriarty
March 25, 2025
Just learned of David's passing. I am so sorry to hear this, and add my sincere condolences to Rosemary and the family. Rest in peace Dave.
Jim Hand
February 20, 2025
I am saddened to learn of Dave´s passing. I have lots of good memories from Scouting with Dave, Joey and our son, Jeff.
Harry Simpson
February 18, 2025
Fair winds and following seas sailor. "Boatswain... Standby to pipe the side... Shipmate's going Ashore..." Thank you David for your service to this nation. U.S. Navy. Vietnam War Era.
TIm & Doreen Cotter
February 18, 2025
Alan & Family,
Our condolences for David's life well lived and his service to our country.
Sorry we didn't know David personally but know what a special family the Roskams are as David was.
With sympathy,
Tim & Doreen Cotter
Plano, Texas
Roger and Becky Turner
February 18, 2025
I knew David for over 40 years from a gathering of men who invested and also played golf together. My wife Becky was very instrumental in helping the son find a suitable house several years ago and David was very active in that selection. Where ever He went He was a contributor to good conversation and story telling. God will give him the Grace He deserves for this Love of others. Roger and Becky Turner
Charlie Reeves
February 18, 2025
Rosemary and Joey I am sorry to hear about the passing of Dave. Although I have not lived in Wichita for over 25 years I still think about my old schoolmates and fellow golf team players. Dave and I discussed stocks from time to time and I always was thankful for his thoughts. May he rest in peace.
Charlie Reeves
Karla Fulk
February 18, 2025
Rosemary - we are so very saddened to read of David's passing. He was a great man and I enjoyed our time together at the office. We are praying for you and Joey for strength and comfort.
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