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John Brose Obituary
11/01/1932 - 09/23/2025
John Brose, age 92, passed away in his sleep on September 23 at Sage Springs assisted-living in San Marcos, Texas. He had been battling pancreatic cancer since February.
John was born in Kansas City, Kansas, but was raised from the age of two in Wichita. He attended the University of Kansas where he earned a degree in Petroleum Engineering. At KU he met the love of his life, Sharon Parker.
After college graduation, he served in the US Air Force. He completed his pilot training flying F-86's, a highlight of his life.
John went on to build a successful career with Shell Oil and Wiliams. As he advanced through the ranks he and his family were transferred to cities in Texas, California, Louisiana, and Oklahoma.
John loved all sports especially baseball. He pitched and played first base in high school and at KU. His homes in Park City and later Midway,Utah, gave him ample opportunity to ski and golf his heart out. He skied until 86 and golfed until his cancer diagnosis.
John is survived by his devoted wife Sharon, his daughter, Susan (Jon) McKeon of Tucson and his two sons, Tom (Cheryl) of San Marcos and Greg (Lucy) of Evanston, Wyoming. Grandchildren: Mike (Nikki) Mckeon, Katie McKeon, KatieBeth (Mark) Squyres, Sarah (Reagen) Squyres, Dan Brose, John Brose, and Margot (Brian) Maxwell.
Ellie McKeon is his beloved great granddaughter.
A Celebration of Life will bevheld at a later date.
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Harry Simpson
October 4, 2025
Rest John, until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God. Thank you for your service to this nation. U.S. Air Force, jet pilot.
Kara
September 25, 2025
I´m so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort give you some peace at this time.
Grateful Nation
September 24, 2025
In memory of and in gratitude for your honorable military service. May God bless you and welcome you home
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