James Harold Botsko

James Harold Botsko obituary, Gallatin, TN

James Harold Botsko

James Botsko Obituary

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James Harold Botsko, age 91 of Gallatin, TN, passed away August 17, 2021. Mr. Botsko was born October 12, 1929 in Struthers, OH. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary Botsko; siblings, Joe, John, Andy, Bill, Charlie, Mary, Sue, Helen and Steve. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Mary Jane Botsko; sons, Dr. James Botsko (Teri) and Mark Botsko (Jennifer); grandchildren, Maria Botsko Brennan (Tom), Gina Botsko, James Michael Botsko, Mark A. Botsko and Christopher Botsko.
Mr. Botsko grew up in Struthers, Ohio. He served in the U. S. Army and was general manger for Iron City Sash & Door in North Lima, OH. He was a member of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Hendersonville, TN. He enjoyed traveling and his favorite hobbies were fishing and golf. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:30 a.m. Monday, August 23rd at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church with Father Thomas Kalam as celebrant. Visitation will be 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will follow in Hendersonville Memory Gardens.
Alexander Funeral Home & Cremation Center in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be submitted at alexandergallatin.com. (615) 502-0011 Obit Line (615) 502-0555
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